parenting advice

Don’t make your child say ‘I’m sorry’—what to do instead

While manners are important and apologies are necessary, saying sorry often doesn't teach compassion.

Khloe Kardashian on the difficult decision to stop breastfeeding: ‘I tried every trick in the book’

Like her sister Kim, Khloe has embraced formula feeding because that's what works for her.

What would your kid do if they found a gun? IKEA incident proves parents can’t make assumptions

Why every parent needs to have the gun safety conversation.

5 Things this dad wants you to know about parenting with a disability

You might just change your perspective.

I travel with my young kids to build their hearts, not memories

Even if they are nervous to try something outside of their comfort zones, I know they are getting bolder and braver.

An age-by-age guide to teaching your kids about the value of money

Teaching your kids about money early in life can help them to learn healthy financial habits that'll last a lifetime.

The old-school way we spend time together as a family–and cut down on screen time

Say hello to your new summer boredom buster.

Kristin Cavallari says she’s done having kids—here’s how she knew

The Laguna Beach star says three children is perfect.

How to raise resilient kids—the Finnish way

It seems that part of the key to the Finnish school system's success is the nurturing daycare and preschool system.

Half of today’s young adults want fewer kids than their parents

Finances are a factor in the shrinking of ideal family sizes.

Partners who do this one (simple) thing can improve moms’ breastfeeding rates

When the co-parent does chores and cooking, mama has time to focus on feeding the baby and getting the rest she needs to keep her milk supply up.

How to make your child feel powerful and heard

Our kids don't really need just one more of this or that. What they do need is their sense of power and attention.

17 must-know tips to survive your first 4th of July with a baby

A 4th of July survival guide by moms, for moms.

Rachel Bilson says co-parenting with ex Hayden Christensen is a ‘work in progress’

"I don't know that there is any right way, necessarily," Bilson says. "She has that love that is unconditional so I think we're doing okay."

Tammy Duckworth believes #familiesbelongtogether—and brought her baby to the protest, too

"I'm lucky to be the mom of 2 incredible little girls & I can't even begin to imagine being torn away from them or the pain and fear they would feel if they were ripped from my arms," says Duckworth.

Attachment parenting in the 4th-trimester: An easy guide for new parents

Everything you need to know, mama.

Serena Williams on pumping in the locker room

She opens up and shares some truths.

One mama’s viral post highlights a surprisingly common slide hazard

Going down on an adult's lap increases a child's risk of leg fractures.

What the kid’s big age gap means for Chip and Jo’s new baby

When there's eight years between kids, the youngest can actually be more like the oldest.

Tia Mowry’s honest post about her post-baby body is what every new mama needs to see ????

"Ladies, it's okay that our bodies are not PERFECT after our babies are born. Give yourself time. Go at your own pace. Don't allow people to put a time limit on YOUR body," shemwrote.