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Here’s how to help kids find their ’emotional courage’

The founders of Slumberkins emphasize exploring all feelings with curiosity in this excerpt from their new book, "All Feelings Welcome: Parenting Practices for Raising Caring, Confident, and Resilient Kids".

Finally! This chic, kid-friendly routine builder helped reduce my family’s daily friction

The design-forward Springboard from Charmspring is one I’m actually excited to hang in my home, too. 

Picky eating in kids is mostly due to genetics, study says

Parents, it's not your fault.

Back-to-school can be hard on parents, too

An expert shares what to do to protect your own mental health during this busy time.

Study shows parents who are on their phones too much have kids with lower language aptitude

"We know that when screens are in use—either by a parent or a child—there is less talking, teaching and reading."

Watch how this easy sensory activity takes nature walks to a whole new level

PSA: Always pack a roll of tape.

Hanna Andersson’s new colorable pajamas let kids wear their art to bed

Hold onto your markers, folks! Our favorite purveyor of hand-me-down-worthy kids’ clothes…

The 3 skills your child needs for a successful school year, according to an education expert

How courage, determination and reflection can help in the classroom—and beyond.

10 casual questions to ask when reading books with your kids

Fostering reading comprehension doesn’t have to be formal.

The best name labels for summer camp to ensure their lost stuff gets back to you

Alright, squad, it’s that time of year again. School’s almost out and…

11 best places to buy school uniforms this year

Let’s face it: shopping for school uniforms isn’t exactly at the top…

This mom’s secret to easing separation anxiety is just as heartwarming as it is effective

What a sweet method to help your kid (and yourself) feel better about school drop off.

4 ways to avoid summer camp scaries with a vision board

Before your kids head off to camp this summer, make a vision board with them to get them excited and anticipate positive feelings about their camp experience.

How to create a memorable first day of homeschool

One thing I’ve learned is that the first day of homeschool should feel like an adventure—it’s a chance to redefine how we learn and bond as a family.

Going to Music Together® classes is a bonding experience to cherish forever

There’s nothing like the warm feeling when you and your child sing a favorite song together…

How to talk to kids about politics in an election year

If it feels hard to broach the subject, don’t worry—but don’t avoid it. Talking to kids about politics in an age-appropriate way can strengthen their understanding—and your relationship.

Let them choose the long book

In the grand scheme of life, I know I will never regret it.

5 tips for cultivating positive masculinity in the next generation of men

Challenge the societal expectations and preconceived notions about what it means to be a boy or a man.

I’m the mom who cried after dropping my kid off for their first day of kindergarten

His world has grown and will continue to grow, but I will always be his place to land.  

3 tips for parenting in the AI boom, from a Millennial mom raising a Gen Alpha son

How do we encourage our kids to work hard, do for themselves and use their own creative energy and mental labor to excel when nearly everything in their young lives can be automated, outsourced or generated?