Dr. Laura Markham

Chores, teamwork and high expectations: The 15 habits that raise responsible kids

Even when it’s more work for you, let your child help.

We cannot see ourselves as too good, too capable or too valuable.

8. Stay positive and have confidence in your child.

When it comes to disciplining your child, self-discipline is the goal.

What babies need most is to interact with their parents in a loving, warm, joyful way.

Adults have spent years using the toilet, so we forget how hard it is for a child.

Avoid the diaper changing struggle.

When it’s time to transition from crib to toddler bed, these simple tips can make it easy for both Mama and child.

Peaceful parenting means regulating your own emotions so that you can be patient, and emotionally generous.

This may mean learning to just say no—to yourself.

We doubt you need another excuse to love on that baby—but here’s a big one anyway.

Toddlers thrive on routine.