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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.

I pledge to raise a peaceful child

I pledge to read books and listen to music and admire art from all different cultures with my son.

Montessori at home: 12 ways to learn in your own backyard

Hint: It might end up being the most relaxing part of your day!

FDA issues firm warning against the use of infant sleep positioners

The FDA says use of sleep “wedges or nests” can pose serious suffocation risks.

The one thing parents can do to make mornings smoother, according to science

Snuggle with your kiddo for five minutes as they wake up as a way to “fill your child’s cup” before the day starts.

couple watching tv on the couch

Don’t feel guilty: 82% of parents sent kids to bed early for their own TV time

A little screen time counts as self-care—but here’s how to set boundaries for yourself too.

The building blocks babies need for language development

Before language and communication can emerge, there are a few building blocks that need to be established.

How to stop a toddler tantrum: 6 expert secrets

Do you ignore? Distract? Talk it out? There may be appropriate times and places for all of those responses.

little girl sitting on bed with ipad

From one mama of an anxious child to another—here’s how we cope

Communicate when there’s a change in routine—and leave enough time to process

The 10 best habits of peaceful parents

When it comes to disciplining your child, self-discipline is the goal.

mom lying on her back, holding her infant on her stomach, learning how to stimulate baby brain development

What are the best ways to stimulate baby brain development?

What babies need most is to interact with their parents in a loving, warm, joyful way.

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