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I became a more peaceful parent using these 4 strategies

I'm slowly, imperfectly getting there.

10 powerful phrases to tell your child instead of ‘good job’

Describing what you see rather than praising is essential for our children to grow.

Preschools aren’t doing enough to support bilingual kids, study finds

Nearly 1 in 3 kids in the United States speaks a language other than English at home.

6 signs your child might have anxiety—and how to help

3. Perfectionism

True life: Our bedtime routine is the same every. single. night

It is the perfect way to end even our most imperfect days.

Montessori at home: 5 ways to make daily transitions easy

Because change is hard.

The bittersweet magic of having a 4-year-old ✨

You’re no longer a baby, and becoming more ‘you’ everyday.

6 simple ways to raise healthy eaters

PS. You can still have ice cream ?

6 ways to help ease your child’s transition to daycare

You’ll both be okay, mama.

10 toddler TV shows that inspire learning, friendship + kindness

Use the shows’ subjects as starting points for pretend games and conversation.

3 ways to avoid a power struggle with your kids

You can get what you want without making him feel like he’s lost a battle.

A whole new ‘Blue’s Clues’ is coming back to Nickelodeon

It’s coming back on the air in 2019.

It’s science: Having a routine helps your family be happier

We’re all in.

How empathy (even during meltdowns!) can actually teach your kids to do the right thing

Kids are human beings, messy and beautiful, wild and compassionate.

5 pain-free ways to switch off screen time for your kids

Yes, it’s possible to minimize conflict and find the balance we’re all seeking.

8 phrases kids say that are code for ‘I’m anxious’

Children with anxiety may make statements that are code for something else.

I used these 10 positive parenting phrases in real life–here’s how it went

I hear you. How can I help?

To be a more patient mama, try this simple mind game

It drives me to become a better mom every day.

15 positive ways to help your child learn to manage their anger

Hint: It doesn't involve calming down.

10 phrases sleep coaches use to help keep kids in bed

1. I'll check on you in 10 minutes.