Positive Parenting

I love you mom, but I’m ignoring your advice about my kids

While it's true that there is value in home remedies and anecdotal advice, here's the thing: We must also give ourselves the freedom to ignore advice. It's okay not to do something "just because your mom did it."

Police officer adopts child he met on duty

Lieutenant Brian Zach begs families to consider adoption: it's "well worth it."

The one way I’m willing to embarrass myself for my baby

Because no one appreciates my version of Hall and Oates more than he does.

25 random acts of kindness your family can do

4. Send a surprise

The surprising benefits children gain from giving thanks

Science shows that gratitude can help you sleep better, boost your immune system and feel happier.

6 simple ways to teach kids emotional intelligence (that you’re probably already doing)

Bonus: These practices benefit the whole family.

How to set loving limits that actually work

Science shows that kids need healthy boundaries to thrive—here's how to set limits in a loving, effective way.

Sometimes Daddy is her favorite parent

I love my toddler even when she doesn't like me.

How to get your kids to listen—without yelling

Yes, it's possible.

Mama, I see you making Christmas magic while stretching every dollar

Even when we didn't have a home and she didn't have a job, my mom made Christmas magical.

10 phrases to help kids cope with holiday disappointment this year

4. "You know what we can finally do this year?"

How a parent’s influence shapes a child’s social & emotional development for life

Yes, even during the pandemic.

The underestimated power of using screen time for good

Here's how to use it as a positive tool.

Want happier, calmer kids? Simplify their world

When you simplify a child's world, you make space for positive growth, creativity and relaxation.

5 powerful ways we can help 545 immigrant children separated from their parents

"The tragic reality is that hundreds of parents were deported to Central America without their children."

Can parents have separation anxiety, too? (Spoiler: yes)

Anyone else out there struggling with separation while their kids are at school during the pandemic? ✋

True life: I’m the default parent

My number is the one called by the preschool, my name is the one known by nurses at the doctor's office, and when there is a snow day, there is no question about who will rearrange work.

25 phrases to inspire confidence in your child

5. "You can do hard things."

10 important phrases parents can use to empower their daughters

7. "How can you be a light in this situation?"

‘No’ means no and other life lessons I’m teaching my daughters

I’m determined to raise my daughters to be strong, confident, and happy. I want them to grow up to be warriors.