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To teach children empathy, you need to model it, mama

With a little help from us, our kids' brains can develop with meaningful connections that tune them into the feelings of others.

10 ways to parent like an Austrian—where trust goes a long way, mama

When I moved to Austria, a lot of what I thought to be true about child care was turned on its head.

I wanted to make sure my oldest felt seen when the new baby arrived—so I did these 5 things

It helped my oldest feel seen and validated while we navigated these new waters.

Back to school shopping: 8 expert tips for outfitting little feet

Here's what you need to know, mama.

6 summer must-haves for every city mama 🏙️

Don't leave your apartment without these.

Don’t make your child say ‘I’m sorry’—what to do instead

While manners are important and apologies are necessary, saying sorry often doesn't teach compassion.

How to teach—and model—consent to your kids

The key is listening to their feelings.

I travel with my young kids to build their hearts, not memories

Even if they are nervous to try something outside of their comfort zones, I know they are getting bolder and braver.

What would your kid do if they found a gun? IKEA incident proves parents can’t make assumptions

Why every parent needs to have the gun safety conversation.

The old-school way we spend time together as a family–and cut down on screen time

Say hello to your new summer boredom buster.

How to make your child feel powerful and heard

Our kids don't really need just one more of this or that. What they do need is their sense of power and attention.

How to raise resilient kids—the Finnish way

It seems that part of the key to the Finnish school system's success is the nurturing daycare and preschool system.

One mama’s viral post highlights a surprisingly common slide hazard

Going down on an adult's lap increases a child's risk of leg fractures.

Summer fun & games: 11 ways to enjoy the season with your kids 🏖️

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Why you need to sing your own praises in front of your children, mama

These small changes can make a huge impact.

Rock potty training: 5 important things to know before you start

Potty training is an exciting time, but it's one that takes a lot of work.

Parents are spending time with their kids—and multitasking—more than ever before

But setting boundaries is good for us as well as our children.

This viral video proves why pool safety with kids require layers of protection

His 2-year-old scaled the closed and locked ladder gate very quickly.

16 entertaining podcasts that will reduce your kids’ screen time

Including perfect bedtime stories, science exploration, cool news, and more.

Honey Smacks cereal is being recalled: Here’s what you need to know 🚨

The CDC calls it a 'multistate outbreak'.