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When do babies understand words? What the science says

Earlier than expected, according to recent research.

Updated Jan. 19, 2023

Why meditating with your baby is a good idea

mindbodygreen’s founder lets us in for a soothing session.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021

Let your kids have regrets: New study shows that makes them wiser

Little regrets today can help children side-step bigger mistakes later.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Attentive parents—more than a ‘gifted’ label—are the key to your child’s future success

Unremarkable kids may actually be more likely to grow up to be high-performance adults—if they are supported by family.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
Why I Travel The World With My Kid

Why I Travel The World With My Kid

This mama decided to take her family on the adventure of a lifetime.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022

Poison control calls about kids ingesting supplements have spiked: What parents need to know

Store supplements up and out of reach of children—just like any other medications.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Report: Average U.S. family pays more than 30% of income on child care—and that hurts us all

See what percentage of income the average family in your state pays for childcare. 

Updated Jan. 12, 2022

My 3-year-old does these 7 tasks for himself—because they empower him

And because it’s teaching him self-sufficiency and responsibility. (Plus, it’s helpful to mama!) 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

My child, when I see a mess—you see a masterpiece

I see a mess. You see a masterpiece. I see trash. You see independence.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Why I’m raising my child wild

You can't teach the fun of “getting down and dirty." It must be experienced.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

5 ways to make playtime good for your child’s brain, too

Some of the best brain-boosting activities are more old-fashioned than Pinterest-worthy—and we’re good with that!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

bugaboo cameleon³ kite

Giveaway!

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

How to stop a toddler tantrum? You don’t.

But there are a few ways to help them ride it out + cope next time.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

You’ll never be 3 again…

Your fourth birthday is coming and we will celebrate another year—but I will mourn the passing of the days, too.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The Best Bedtime Baby Books

No, "Goodnight, Moon" isn't in there.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

How To Keep Baby Safe in the Summer

8 tips to avoid overheating, bug bites and other summer-related ailments.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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The secret to helping your children to sleep is actually all about your mood

Children need to feel secure to fall asleep—but that often doesn’t happen when parents are frustrated and anxious.

Updated Oct. 29, 2024

Our carefree summer: Why I’m not worrying about my kids getting messy

I don’t want them to worry for a second about the pizza sauce on their face or the ice pop stain on their shirt or the dirt on their feet.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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