parenting advice

It’s science: Breast milk can provide surprising health benefits for life, mama

Scientists now believe that maternal exposure to pathogens prior to pregnancy can influence infant health and permanently alter offspring immunity by programming their immune system.

The benefits of outdoor play for kids are pretty incredible

From promoting curiosity to supporting impulse control, playing outside comes with major rewards.

You *can* go on vacation with kids and actually relax—here’s how

Was your last vacation relaxing, mama?

The (very good) reason why so many people insist on telling pregnant women how hard parenting is

Giving unsolicited advice is just one parent's attempt to help another parent avoid the challenges they went through.

Jessica Alba on having 3 kids: ‘You’re outnumbered, but I really like it’

It's never easy, but always worth it.

Psychologist Angela Duckworth on the art of teaching perseverance to your kids

Angela Duckworth is a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania…

Top 50 breastfeeding tips, according to lactation experts

It's a challenge, but it's so worth it.

Flying with baby? 11 tips to make air travel with kids a breeze

You've got this, mama.

‘The Hills: New Beginnings’ is about to air—and most of the cast are now moms

The Hills: New Beginnings premiers Monday night!

A simple note for a brand new mama

Oh mama, tonight is a very special night.

Why kids who do chores become more successful adults

Do your kids do chores around the house? If so, what are they?

To the mama stressing about her baby hitting milestones—I see you

We enjoy the moments with our little ones and let them develop on their own time.

How to use screen time to raise empathetic and kind kids

When we control technology—and not the other way around—the potential is enormous.

How Montessori teachers get kids to clean up their toys

They tried it. And it works.

An age-by-age guide to talking to kids about sex, written by a psychologist

"Today, if parents don't take the lead on this, then friends, romantic partners and Google will be there their informants—and Google does not know your child."

10 ways to be a positive parent when your child doesn’t want to eat

2. Take off the pressure

My child isn’t giving me a hard time—he’s *having* a hard time

Once I could see his struggles from a lens of empathy, I was able to respond in love.

Melissa Hartwig Urban on being a single mom and why we should re-frame our thinking around self-care

Melissa Hartwig Urban is the co-founder and CEO of the Whole30—an intensive…

Letting kids get dirty has lifelong health benefits

Healthy immune systems, here we come.

Why is my toddler suddenly a picky eater?

Plus, helpful tips to keep in mind when expanding your child's palate.