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Parenting

From feeding to milestones to parenting styles, our expert-guided parenting section dives into tips, tricks and research to support modern mamas.

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Working dads have guilt, too

I feel as though I am often just as compromised as my working wife feels. It's frustrating for the both of us.

Joanna Gaines says her new baby’s age gap has a sweet perk for the siblings

During pregnancy, it seems impossible to ever forget how those baby kicks…

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Thank you for being an ‘aunt’ to my son—I couldn’t do it without you

Thank you for being a constant, positive and loving presence in his life, just like you are in mine.

True life: Watching my son grow up is hitting me harder than my daughters

There's something special about my relationship with my son—my mama's boy.

Positive parenting strategies to use when your child isn’t listening

Here's how to keep things calm and drama-free when your child isn't listening.

10 phrases to start a meaningful conversation with your kids

Remember the last time your child told you, with unending enthusiasm, about…

The power of saying yes

You can’t be all things to all people.

Powerful parenting phrases

I’m just a girl standing in front of a toddler, asking her to put her pants on.

Paul Ryan is retiring to avoid being just a ‘weekend dad’

Research indicates the adolescent years may be the perfect time for dads to commit to being at home more.

Parents go about 2 months on average without a date night out, says study

But what’s good for you as a couple is good for your kids, so don’t feel bad about prioritizing your marriage. 

Confession: I secretly worry that I’m a terrible mom

But then my son said something that surprised me.

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