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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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An honest look at why I work from home

Some families simply need a second income to make ends meet.

Please, if my kid’s out of line, tell him what to do

We’re failing our kids if they think we’re the only ones who will ever correct them in life.

Why I’m raising my child with faith—even though it’s not always easy

I’m doing it, even though sometimes people question my faith or suggest it’s unimportant. 

Being your mother is the hardest, best thing I’ll ever do

This isn’t easy. But it sure is generously rewarded by love.

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How my strong-willed child is changing me—for the better

They say that parenting is all about picking your battles, but most days I feel as though the battles are picking me.

Raising kids with a dog: He is teaching our family selflessness and patience

They are making memories with our pup and learning some pretty great character traits along the way.

Retro Baby Gear

8 baby gear picks that your mom would approve of.

My 3-year-old does these 7 tasks for himself—because they empower him

And because it’s teaching him self-sufficiency and responsibility. (Plus, it’s helpful to mama!) 

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Dinner, bath, bedtime: I WILL SURVIVE

Some days, the clock strikes 4:00, and I’m not sure where I’m going to get the energy to make it to my bedtime.

My child, when I see a mess—you see a masterpiece

I see a mess. You see a masterpiece. I see trash. You see independence.

Why I’m raising my child wild

You can't teach the fun of “getting down and dirty." It must be experienced.

5 ways to make playtime good for your child’s brain, too

Some of the best brain-boosting activities are more old-fashioned than Pinterest-worthy—and we’re good with that!

How to stop a toddler tantrum? You don’t.

But there are a few ways to help them ride it out + cope next time.

You’ll never be 3 again…

Your fourth birthday is coming and we will celebrate another year—but I will mourn the passing of the days, too.

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