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Small kids are spending 10x more time in front of small screens

The good news: TV time is down for the littlest of kiddos versus 2011. ?

LEGO’s new Women of NASA collection is a fun step forward for all girls

LEGO announced today the new collection is launching (no pun intended) on November 1.

Why timeouts don’t work for toddlers

When we get a young child on our side, it can prevent dealing with big reactions and upset in the moment.

Our weekends as a family changed when we made time for unscheduled, unregulated FUN

That day of fun made me feel so recharged, so refreshed, so ready to take on the week.

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The ‘discipline’ approach that *prevents* kid problems

It is called soliciting good intentions, and the aim is to work ahead of challenging problems instead of when emotions are really stirred up.

How to find the right balance between helpful and helicopter parenting

Ultimately, our children’s strives towards independence are signs that we parents are doing something right.

The Boy Scouts is opening to girls

The Boy Scouts will soon allow girls to join Cub Scouts and is creating a fast-track to becoming an Eagle Scout for older girls.

I pledge to raise a peaceful child

I pledge to read books and listen to music and admire art from all different cultures with my son.

Why we should all care about bullying, even if our kid isn’t a ‘victim’

A new study shows just how big of a ripple effect bullying has in schools.

What’s trending: The top 10 kid’s Halloween costumes on Pinterest

What’s trending: The top 10 kid’s Halloween costumes on Pinterest

This is what all the cool kids will be dressed up as this Halloween...and it doesn’t get any cuter.  

The building blocks babies need for language development

Before language and communication can emerge, there are a few building blocks that need to be established.

From one mama of a high-energy toddler to another: I’m exhausted too

What we can’t see in this moment is that this too shall pass.

It’s Science: Fall babies are better athletes

Mamas due in the fall: Hope you’re up for a future as a soccer mom. ⚽️

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Why I’m not rescuing my kids from failure

I wouldn’t be teaching them anything by trying to protect them from failures at every turn.

When less is more: 4 misbehaviors parents can ignore

If parents want to curb bad behavior, they need to adopt the less is more philosophy.

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