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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 talk about bullying with your kids—without being awkward

We've seen what resonates and what doesn't—and want to help parents navigate these conversations, whether your little one is starting preschool or heading into high school.

fish biscuits

6 food recalls parents need to know about

And what the recent frequency of recalls means for food safety.

I blinked, and now…it’s time for kindergarten

This is early-childhood. I wiped away a tear from my eye.

Gail Simmons with her child

Real talk with Gail Simmons: It’s so important to create your own village

"You need hands. You need help," says Simmons. "It is so exhausting, and there's so many pieces to it."

mom and kids in the kitchen

How to design a Montessori-inspired kitchen for your kids

Working in the kitchen is great for developing fine motor skills, independence, and concentration—plus, great bonding time.

two moms kissing their kids on the cheeks

Major long-term study: Kids with lesbian parents grow up to be happy adults

Having two moms or two dads doesn't impact children negatively. Families are families and love is love.

Dad and son cooking in the kitchen

Sexism hurts boys + girls alike

Today's girl can be anything she wants. But what of the little boys playing house, dressing up, cuddling baby dolls?

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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.

Mom pouring milk with 2 children

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.

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