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A parent’s guide to nurturing high achievers

It's essential to continually remind them that their worth is not solely tied to their achievements or accolades.

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Letter to a harried mom—it gets better

When I suggested you would miss this time of your life someday, you didn’t seem convinced.

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Dear mama: You’re not doing it wrong, it’s just that hard

We can try as hard as we possibly can, but sometimes things are just messy.

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My husband and I chose a legal guardian for our daughter—here’s how we did it

Even though it’s hard to discuss, especially as new parents, it is a critical decision in keeping your child protected.

books for new moms

These are the 6 books I’d gift to new moms

To empower them to tackle the anxiety and stress that comes with motherhood.

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Deciphering the telenovela parenting dilemma: ¿Si o No?

Is there a way to pass down this bonding technique the right way?

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How to raise a healthy gamer, according to an expert

There is room for video games in a well-rounded kid’s life—if you’re smart about it.

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Housework is never ending—but that doesn’t mean your work is

My daughter and I have so much to learn from the strong, hardworking women who came before us, but we also have things to unlearn.

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What to do when people call your son a ‘future heartbreaker’

As a mother raising a son, I am teaching him to use his heart for good.

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Loving unconditionally: embracing LGBTQ+ identities

Don't allow your own experiences with your parents dictate how you engage with your own children.

Cool parenting rule

This “no questions asked” parenting rule is truly top-tier

"What was the coolest rule your parents had growing up?"

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Here’s how practicing kindness can help your whole family

It seems simple, but studies show the mental health benefits are big.

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Using this simple phrase can show your kids you love them unconditionally

A mom went viral for sharing the words her mother said to her as a kid—and now we’re crying.

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My toddler said getting stitches was ‘fun’—here’s how I prepared him

Preparing our children for what is to come is an important part of setting them up for success.

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