Parenting

10 ways to support your baby’s early literacy skills

Here’s how to foster a love of reading from a young age.

No, you don’t have to have dinner together every night to connect as a family

Dinnertime didn’t feel like a time of connection; it felt like a time of tension.

Study shows fathers are key in supporting breastfeeding and safe sleep

But most dads surveyed weren’t up to date on best practices.

6 ways we’re creating a gender-inclusive home for our children

Our children will grow up in a world of pronoun inclusivity and they will expect you to respect their own identity and those of their peers. 

To the mom whose child doesn’t sleep—there’s an upside to the downsides

It’s helped me see the glass (and formula bottle) half-full.

Can wake windows help your baby sleep better?

Dr. Harvey Karp shares his best tips for making wake windows work.

Ready to teach your baby sign language? Here’s where to start

Baby sign language encourages infant communication and independence—and it's easier than you think.

Is 8 the hardest age to parent? Here’s what the experts say

Your pre-tween may be sweet one minute and giving an epic eye-roll the next. What gives?

New research shows that anyone is capable of accidentally leaving a baby in a hot car

Forgetting children is a common memory failure that can lead to tragic consequences, according to new research.

Pumping at work is work

Breastfeeding rates plummet when parents return to work. From setting a schedule to talking to colleagues, here’s how to make pumping at work easier.

The joys and frustrations of non-native bilingual parenting

Bilingual parenting as a non-native speaker can also be a complicated and difficult journey at times, as many other bilingual families and experts can attest.

Growing up without a father affected my parenting style

The only way for me to fix it was to heal and find a healthy balance.

 A letter to the mom dealing with a public tantrum

The next time you think a parent has it all together, this is a refreshing reminder that no one does. 

I’m drowning in childcare logistics—and I know I’m not alone

I was officially harried, hurried and ungrounded.

This affordable manual breast pump helped me extend my breastfeeding journey

An ode to the pump I text all my breastfeeding friends about.

We found the best wearable breast pumps so you can pump hands-free (and most are on sale this week!)

Moms and experts weigh in on their faves.

How do babies learn? A primer for parents

You are your baby’s first (and favorite!) teacher, mama.

Activities for a 5-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

From cooking to volunteering to fort building, your 5-year-old is eager to learn and help and play.

Is everyone else a better parent than me?

The comparison trap in motherhood can make you feel like you’re failing. But experts say with the right guidelines, a little social comparison can be a good thing.

Stop apologizing for your kids

Kids will act out and exhibit age-appropriate behavior and this is nothing to apologize for.