Parenting

Looking for Black Talking Dolls? This Line Is Perfect for You

Niya Dorsey’s Brains & Beauty Dolls say 20+ empowering affirmations.

Kind kids have parents who follow these 9 habits

Looking for ways to cultivate kindness in a world that puts you to the test? These habits can help.

Extended Breastfeeding: 13 Black Women On Why They Breastfed Beyond 1 Year

Extended breastfeeding happens in our community, too!

These are the best Trader Joe’s snacks for kids — tested and approved by actual kids

Overwhelmed by all the choices? Start here!

What parents need to know about the support for child care and universal preschool in the Build Back Better bill

Breaking down the potential benefits to child care for families.

After going back to work, I now cherish ‘boring’ days with my baby

These days, Sunday nights include packing many tiny containers full of toddler-friendly finger…

Paid leave has been added back into major social spending bill

Speaker Pelosi added four weeks of paid family leave back into the social spending bill.

What to do when your child is diagnosed with autism—from a mother who’s been there, too

After both of her sons were diagnosed with ASD, Tracey Hawkins' world was upended. Then she righted it.

Mothers don’t want more ‘self-care.’ They want society to care.

American mothers are not well. And self-care is not the answer.

12-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

If you want to see proof of just how well you've done with feedings this year, mama, take a look at your baby. They aren't so little anymore!

The ParentPal App Is Taking The Guesswork Out Of Your Baby’s Development

12 powerful parenting phrases that make talking to kids easier

7. "How can I help…"

20 phrases to use when your child isn’t listening

9. "Stop, breathe, now ask for what you want."

These 7 Montessori phrases are perfect for school AND home

Montessori teachers use language that is intentional and chosen to foster independence.

9 things I wish my husband had known before we brought baby home

There's so much to navigate in new parenthood. Proud new papas of the world, this one's for you.

An alternative technique to get your baby to sleep: The responsive method

So we can all get some rest. ?

Car seat safety isn’t a gray area: Why one mom’s story went viral

She texted her husband to remind him to tighten the straps. Minutes later, he was in a car crash.

To the mama preparing her heart for baby #2: You are ready

Your heart is about to grow so much more full with love.

10 true things about the first year of motherhood

Sure, there’s a lot of parenting books out there–but here’s 10 things you really need to know about that first year.

To the working mamas who feel like they’re failing every. single. day

Mama, it's not your fault.