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Big changes happening! From preschool to play dates and homework to household chores, here’s what you need to know to navigate the childhood years.

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How to help kids be resilient through the pandemic

The mental health techniques developed by disaster response experts can help parents right now.

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When this is over, my baby

I'll take you to your favorite playground. We'll stay until the sun sets and I'll push you on your favorite swing. We'll go visit Grandma and Grandpa, too.

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How to set limits during quarantine

The parent-child connection is critical, but there also needs to be rules.

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I miss saying yes

Parenting through a pandemic means So. Much. No.

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Lost your cool with your child? Here are 5 easy steps to reconnect

Parenting during a pandemic means we're going to lose our cool sometimes—it's what happens afterward that really counts.

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How to raise an optimistic child in a pessimistic world

While the news is hard right now, you've got all the tools you need to make the world a better place.

mom holding a sad toddler

8 phrases that help kids deal with disappointment

"I'm sorry this is happening. I wish I could fix it for you."

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This working mom said ‘no’ to virtual learning—and now she’s going viral

We're doing the best we can in a really weird, busy and scary time—parents, teachers and most especially, our kiddos, too.

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18 chores for kids that teach important life skills

The key is to treat your kids' chores as if they are a real job.

The case for ‘unschooling’ during the pandemic

Unschooling parents don't formally try to "teach" children—they let their children follow what brings them joy.

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