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How becoming a boy mom transformed the way I see men
The thing about becoming a parent is that it truly transforms how you see the world.

29 ways for kids to play, discover and have fun offline
11. Flower necklaces—remember how fun those are?! ?

Screen Time Alternatives
Fun and creative ways to entertain the family that don't require a charger.

Screen time makes me feel guilty—and helps keep me sane
An extra episode here and there isn’t going to break us.

In the battle between sleep vs. pacifier, I choose sleep
The truth is, he needs the sleep and so do I. So why wage a paci war?

In defense of a ‘good enough’ summer
Sometimes the magical summer you plan doesn’t work out. But that’s okay.

35 questions to ask after school—instead of ‘What did you do today?’
We asked the experts and got their best suggestions.

What I wish I could tell you when you see my child having a tantrum
In this moment I don’t know what to do. But I am trying really hard.

7 rules for high-energy children that help our family
I prefer living in a home, not a zoo—thank you very much. ?

Target’s new adaptive clothes empower kids with disabilities
Target is expanding their sensory-friendly line with adaptive options. ?

How to Prep (Yourself) for the First Day of School
Prepping for preschool with Fashion Mamas’ Natalie Alcala.

15 Ways Moms Can Use a Storage Bin
Hint: they’re not all for wrangling toys.

I admit it: I’m not good at playing with my kids
But to be honest with myself, I am really good at many other things.

When you cry, I’ll comfort and cuddle you—as long as I can
Because one day my arms won’t be the ones you turn to for comfort. So right now I will hold you. For as long as I can.

11 Kids’ Subscription Boxes We Love
10 subscription boxes sure to please your little baker, scientist, or web designer.

How to plan a children’s solar eclipse party that’s out of this world
A total solar eclipse calls for a totally awesome party! ☀️

How to talk about what happened in Charlottesville with your kids
As a Black mother, here’s what I want all parents to know.

A letter to my baby—as he starts kindergarten
You were *just* my baby. And I’m stopping to remember what these last few years have meant—to both of us.

Here’s what teachers REALLY need from parents this back-to-school season
More than anything we just want an environment where your children will succeed, both academically and emotionally.
