parenting advice

The 4-word phrase that changed the way I talk to my children

Any time you find the need to validate someone’s perspective while communicating your own, this is the phrase for you.

An A-Z of the things we should teach our daughters

Independence–while having a support network around you is fantastic...

To the mama wondering if there’s enough space in her heart for another baby…

“It’s true,” you might think as you revel in knowing your heart holds more love than you can possibly ever fathom.

Introducing your dog to your new baby

Tips to prep your pooch for baby.

Fewer tasks + more acceptance: How I helped my child’s spirit flourish

Children respond better to loving encouragement than rigid tasks.

2nd Time Mom Advice

A primer on Baby #2 from moms who know best.

10 things my mom told me as a kid that continue to give me confidence

I grew up believing that I could be proud of myself. And I am.

What if your toddler doesn’t drink milk?

8 ways for your little one to bone up on calcium, without milk.

How to help little kids deal with big feelings

Giving little kids the tools to express how they are feeling is key to avoiding meltdowns.

How to get to the bottom of whining—and give your kids the tools to avoid it later

Whining is the emotion of frustration and in order to help draw it out, we will need to come alongside it.

‘The Sweet Life’ founder spills on how to add magic + sweetness to your everyday with kids

There's always room for a bit more fun—and cake.

Don’t let me forget their littleness

Let us remember not just how they look, but also how we feel. 

49 phrases to calm an anxious child

Love and compassion are key to helping your child overcome anxious thoughts.

To the overwhelmed mothers: It’s going to be okay

They love you at your worst and your best. That’s what matters.

Empowering our girls: Why it’s more important now than ever

Little changes amount to huge gains for women around the world.

Rest easy: Research shows co-sleeping won’t ruin your marriage

Here's what we found out.

Toddlers are unpredictable—5 ways to be a more proactive parent

2. Consider your child’s temperament

5 European approaches to raising babies we need to adopt ASAP

Thinking outside the box—although the baby box is brilliant, too.

When your toddler defies you, love is the answer

It’s the moments when they push you away the most that you need to hug them the hardest.

Dear husband: Let’s not wait until the kids are grown to make time for us

We're here now, in the crazy-wonderful stage of parenting young children...and I want you to know, I see you.