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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.

Whoa—Walmart’s baby department is getting a huge makeover

We got a sneak peek at what to expect from the Parent’s Choice reboot!

What’s the cure for children whining?

A sense of connection can mend that awful out-of-sorts feeling that’s bothering them.

mother and child embracing a lack of control

I don’t control my child

I am their first guide through life—but I don’t control my children. 

13 Eco-Friendly Bath Time Essentials

Bathtime must-haves that are gentle to baby and the earth.

My husband took over bedtime—and we ALL became happier

Watching you guys together (I can’t help but peek in to see the girls roar with laughter every time they tackle you in their mismatched PJs) makes me fall more in love with you every night.

little boy crying

12 books to help calm your child’s anxiety

Sitting down together and reading a book can help your little one identify, cope, and work through her worries

When life gets overwhelming, I remind myself—I’m raising an amazing kid

Even though mom life can be busy and overwhelming... it’s also so awesome because of you.

Your toddler is a bundle of joy, too—if you see him that way

Seeing your toddler’s behavior through the lens of positive intent can help them develop a positive self-concept.

a person lying down with their hand on their head

When my ‘good sleeper’ suddenly couldn’t fall asleep—I was the answer

Even as a certified sleep specialist, this realization took me by surprise.

10 under $10: The best baby product bargains on Amazon

You can buy EVERYTHING on the list for less than $60. ?

little girl posing in a tutu

Her clothes, her choice, her confidence—Why my daughter picks her own outfits

My daughter is growing right before my eyes, and I don’t want to be teaching her that matching clothes is what life is about.

5 ways to help your toddler manage change—minus the tantrum

Verbals skills + mastering their universe = turmoil, tears and opportunity.

17 kind ways to say no to your child

Because we can’t always say yes, even if we want to.

When my toddler tests my patience—I learn to love even deeper

Toys were strewn. A tantrum was thrown. And nap time was resisted. I wondered—how much patience can a person have? 

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