Posts by Dr. Laura Markham, Author at Motherly
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12 tips for peacefully parenting your strong-willed child

Here's how you can transform the power struggles between you and your strong-willed kiddo.

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Your guide to age-appropriate responsibilities for toddlers to teens

When is your child old enough to choose their own clothes, make their own friends or clean their own messes? You might be surprised.

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Resilient kids have parents who do these 10 things

It's not about letting your child fail, it's all about providing support along the way.

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15 ways to help your toddler become a good sleeper

Is your toddler a light sleeper? Or worse yet, a no-sleeper? Help is on the way.

14 tips for positive parenting out in the real world

Because parenting in public, or under the critical gaze of extended family, can be some of the hardest moments.

10 daily habits to strengthen your connection with your child

These habits don't add time to your day, but do add connection—and could change your life.

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13 realistic ways to transition to peaceful parenting

The secret of making this transition is having compassion for yourself, just as you do for your child.

6 effective + empathetic ways to set limits with your child

If your child doesn’t think you’re on his side, why should he do what you want?

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