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Finding hope amidst despair: Mr. Rogers’ wisdom for talking to children about conflict

When it comes to navigating conversations with our children about the Israel-Hamas conflict, here’s how Mr. Rogers got it right.

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What to do if your teenager starts pulling away

I needed to adapt, to give her space when she needed it and to be there with open arms when she was ready to let me in.

Doctor examining a pregnant woman - switching ob-gyns

Your gut may be telling you to switch OB-GYNs. Here’s why you should listen

Before I started trying for my second baby, I knew I had to make a switch.

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Parents share why they choose to fight in front of their kids in viral TikTok

Kids need to learn to navigate "healthy conflict," and seeing their parents fight can help

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Raising financially savvy kids: 15 money rules every parent should teach their kids

Empower your children to make informed and responsible financial decisions for the rest of their lives.

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I’m a pediatric nurse and this is the child care checklist I gave my in-laws

Explain to your child’s caretakers that this list is meant to serve as a cheat sheet.

family in the kitchen- well-being tips for parents

Empowering well-being: Practical tips for parents and organizational leaders

Whether you’re a parent and/or leader, you have the opportunity to influence and impact not only your own well-being, but that of many.

bluey family - parenting lessons from Bluey

5 parenting lessons we learned from ‘Bluey’

We’ve gleaned so much parenting wisdom from Bandit and Chilli.

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5 parenting lessons inspired by Kate Middleton

Here’s what we can all learn from the Princess of Wales.

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There’s no such thing as a perfect parent

What if, instead of striving for perfection, we began striving for wholeness? A postpartum doula shares that there’s no such thing as a perfect parent—no matter what those shiny Instagram posts would have you believe.

group of children at table in daycare - questions to ask a daycare provider

5 questions I’m asking daycare centers as an antiracist mama

As a working mom, I rely on my village of family, friends and daycare to help shape my child and their view of the world around them.

closeup mother comforting young son - raising highly sensitive children

6 tips for raising highly sensitive children—from a therapist and mom

My own journey has shown me that this sensitivity might be overwhelming at times, but it’s also an incredible gift.

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