Parenting

Adoptive parents: How to level up in 2024

Search for birth parent voices to better understand and honor your child’s origins.

25 positive phrases to say to your kids at bedtime

“You have such a kind heart.”

Navigating parenthood when you feel like an outlier

My lack of a physical pregnancy experience meant that connecting with other mothers could be difficult.

Dr. Becky expertly explains why you shouldn’t force kids to say ‘thank you’ after receiving gifts

Her viral video demonstrates a more effective way to teach children about gratitude.

Irritated and fuzzy brained? Cognitive overload might be the issue–and here’s what can help

What’s more overstimulating than motherhood?

Child therapist shares a simple tip on how to better connect with your child, and it’s a game-changer

It’s all in the way we talk to our kids.

The emotional side of tongue-tie revisions

Confronted with the same situation again, I’m not sure what I’d do.

What to do if your baby isn’t interested in solids

Remember, every baby is different.

Dear formula mom—I see you

Don’t let anyone make you feel less than because you have chosen (or like many of us, life chose for you) the formula route.

Parenting styles are a myth

Here’s how you create your own personal parenting style that works for your family, your lifestyle and your values.

How to travel for the holidays when your child has autism or a disability, according to an occupational therapist

There's so much potential for challenges, but so much potential for fun, too.

Viral TikTok shows how Danish babies sleep outside year-round—and I’m jealous we can’t do it here

The cultural tradition promotes babies napping outside, rain or shine.

Here’s how to actually buy fewer toys this year, according to a sustainability expert

In her new book, “Mothering Earth: The Busy Family’s Guide to Saving the Planet,” author Julia Rockwell shares how cutting back on toys helps both kids and the Earth.

I’m a single mother by choice and my son has half-siblings across the globe

In a world that often values traditional family structures, my son's story serves as a reminder that family comes in all shapes and sizes.

Mom reveals ‘weird’ thing she brings on plane trips, and it’s beyond brilliant

Add this to your list of travel must-haves.

Elmo asks what kids everywhere want to know about addiction

Sesame Workshop has never shied away from tough topics.

Dr. Becky’s tips for setting screen time boundaries during the holidays are a lifesaver

Putting an end to screen time can and will lead to conflict and meltdowns—accept it now.

Did you know going down a slide with your toddler on your lap is actually unsafe?

Confession: We didn't either.

Neurologist shares 4 things she would never let her kids do in viral TikTok

Some of these might surprise you.

7 daily habits to foster sustainable parenting

Many parents are setting out to raise their little ones with a side of sustainability. These daily habits can wield a super-sized impact on shrinking your family's footprint.