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solutions for challenging behavior- mom talking to little girl

4 ways to support challenging behavior in kids, from a Speech Language Pathologist

These skills help our children (and us) manage thoughts, emotions, and actions, paving the way for success in life, school, relationships and beyond.

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My 7-year-old watched ‘The Sandlot’—and now we’re a baseball family

One of the deepest joys was watching my husband and our son connect over the game.

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Navigating pregnancy loss after the loss of my mother 

I worked through the emotions of that miscarriage by telling myself that whoever that little baby was, he or she is up there baking cookies and gardening while my mom is telling them all about me.

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Relocating for ‘better’: This Bluey episode reminds me of my own complicated feelings about starting over 

Watching Bandit tell Bluey that their move would mean a better life for them all has made me question whether our own move truly has been better for all of us. 

PSA: You are allowed to feel sexy postpartum

There’s a power, a love, a strength emanating from me—even with a stye, leaky breasts and a colicky baby.

climate anxiety- mom and child holding hands on the beach

Climate anxiety disproportionately burdens moms: Here’s why 

Women are expected to continue mothering and caregiving, requiring them to navigate obvious risks associated with rising temperatures, shifting landscapes and extreme weather events.

how to foster empathy through charity- little girl helping with donations

Teaching my children to be good citizens: How to foster empathy through philanthropic giving

As parents, we can empower our children to shape the future by instilling habits of generosity. Data shows that being generous also improves well-being and mental health—benefiting everyone.

my son wants to hang out with me- teenage boy hugging mom

Right before he sets off for college, my teen wants to hang out with me—be still my heart

This wouldn’t be remarkable for any reason other than he’s 17. And given that he’s now a driving, almost adult, I see the mailman more predictably than I see my son. Since he wasn’t feverish, I claimed it as the only thing it could be: A Sunday miracle.

how to store breast milk while traveling

How to pump and not dump while traveling without your baby

Investing in a TSA-friendly 20-hour portable breast milk cooler, like the MilKeeper by Mila’s Keeper, is essential for protecting your milk against spoilage and spills.

mom talking to daughter by window- how to teach kids about cancer

How to teach kids about cancer—from a Certified Child Life Specialist

There’s nothing normal about talking to kids about cancer, but unfortunately, it’s rather common. In fact, talking about it can provide them with a sense of relief that they don’t have to make sense of things on their own.

couple talking and sitting on couch - how to listen

Effective communication requires good listening: Here’s the key to improving ALL your relationships

Life revolves around relationships. Listening well is key to fostering good relationships with others, which also translates into overall happiness. 

toddles playing- daycares prohibit breast milk

Many daycares don’t allow breast milk after 1 year of age

There’s a disconnect between medical guidance around extended breastfeeding and many mothers’ lived experience.

moms and kids in circle - how to create your village

If you don’t live near your village, here’s how to create one 

Do whatever it takes to get the support you need because raising children is not easy and you shouldn’t have to do it on your own.

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