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peaceful parenting

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The fairytale of independent motherhood

One mom’s journey of turning a failed engagement into her own true love story.

Updated Jan. 10, 2024
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A psychologist mom shares 5 phrases she uses with her kids—and they might surprise you

The language we use with our children is integral to their development.

Updated Oct. 30, 2023
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To the mama whose baby flew the nest

When our kids leave the nest, they aren’t the only ones who have new opportunities and possibilities ahead. As parents, we do too.

Updated Jul. 28, 2023
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3 ways ‘peaceful parenting’ helps us heal alongside our kids

In committing to growth alongside our children, we get to re-parent ourselves.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
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This simple habit solved my son’s after-school restraint collapse

"What was the magical formula that would provide a peaceful afternoon for my son?"

Updated Jul. 26, 2024
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Viral TikTok shows why we HAVE to be more thoughtful in dealing with kids’ emotions

This video perfectly demonstrates why we can't demand emotional maturity from our little ones.

Updated Aug. 15, 2022
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Gentle parenting is the only tool that works with my strong-willed child

We’re the soft cushion below them. When they need to unravel, they choose us.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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I’m trying so hard to ‘gentle parent’—but it’s not easy

Because most days, I am not even gentle with myself.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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To the one who made me a mother—thank you

You defined an entirely new meaning of love for me—a love that makes the oceans tremble. A love that makes the wind sing. A love that fills me with the grit and the glory to be your mother.

Updated May. 16, 2023
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The Sunday Scaries can plague kids, too

Experts give advice on how to help your child cope.

Updated Apr. 11, 2022
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20 phrases to use when your child isn’t listening

9. "Stop, breathe, now ask for what you want."

Updated Jan. 06, 2023
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12 tips for peacefully parenting your strong-willed child

Here's how you can transform the power struggles between you and your strong-willed kiddo.

Updated May. 30, 2023
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It’s Science: Babies know exactly what hugs from mama mean

Babies as young as four months old know what your hug means.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022
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