Feb 12, 20193 minWhen Does Puberty Actually Start?Just the word “puberty” is enough to strike fear into the heart of most parents. Not only does it bring on mood swings and irrational beh...
Feb 12, 20195 minSticky Situations on Valentine’s DayWhen you think back on the Valentine’s Days of your childhood, you probably remember the candy hearts and character cards – and hoping th...
Feb 6, 20194 minThe Best Things in Life Are (Not Always) FreeHelping you build a rock-solid parenting foundation with reliable facts, scientific insights, and vetted information straight from top ex...
Jan 29, 20193 minIs Skype Safe for My Baby?If you live far away from your friends or family, video chat programs – like Skype or FaceTime – probably feel like a godsend. For the f...
Jan 18, 20195 minAt What Age Can Kids Start Cooking?If you have happy childhood memories of helping your dad flip pancakes or baking cookies with grandma, you probably can’t wait to get you...
Jan 10, 20194 minOnce Upon a Time: Why Stories MatterIn 1748, the British politician John Montagu, also known as the 4th Earl of Sandwich, had a dilemma. He loved to play cards, but he also ...
Jan 9, 20192 minA Creative DIY Activity to Help Your Child Overcome FearGot a Nervous Nellie on your hands? Or a child who tends to latch on and not let go of irrational fears? Writing your child’s story and s...
Jan 8, 20194 minDo I Need to Make Everything Gender Neutral for My Child?It seems like everyone is talking about gender these days, and the topic can be tricky – especially for parents. Many of us are still try...
Dec 19, 20184 minHow to Handle Holiday Eating with Your KidsThe holidays are supposed to be “merry and bright,” but for many parents, they also bring new meaning to the phrase “food fight.” Whether...
Dec 18, 20185 minPreschool Homework: What Does Research Say About It?So you want to make sure your child is getting the most out of preschool or that they are simply ready for school in general. Homework se...
Dec 17, 20185 min9 Calming Activities for Children of Different AgesAnxiety, fear, and worry – unpleasant as they feel – are part and parcel with being human. Those feelings are so connected with our survi...
Dec 5, 20184 minHow Do I Keep My Tween Safe Online?Any parent of a preteen knows these years come with a lot of challenges – from growing bodies and surging hormones, to attitudes, eye rol...
Nov 28, 20184 minHow Can I Make Homework Time Less Stressful?It’s no secret that many kids hate homework – and that can make parents hate it, too. Whether you’re dealing with nightly battles just to...
Nov 20, 20184 minWhen Can I Start Sleep Training My Baby?Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, the sleepless nights that come with newborns can take their toll on the entire family. Waking...
Nov 14, 20184 minSensory Play Activities for All AgesChildren are very different in how they all develop, but no matter the differences, the act of playing has a very important role in help...
Nov 2, 20184 minWhat Do I Do if My Child Wants to be a Vegetarian? If you have a tween, you probably thought the days of picky eating were (thankfully) long over. Then, your child comes home chanting "Mea...
Oct 31, 20184 minThings That Make You Go Hmm: Tools for Useful Insights Sometimes simply being aware is the first step toward making positive change. That’s why we’re big fans of any tool that sheds light on i...
Oct 25, 20183 minWhy Does My Kid Have an Imaginary Friend? Remember Snuffleupagus? A Sesame Street favorite, “Snuffy” was Big Bird’s stalwart imaginary friend for years before he was finally revea...
Oct 12, 20183 min10 Ways to Create 10 Minutes“There aren’t enough hours in the day.” If those words are frequently slipping from your tongue between rushing your kids to school, atte...
Oct 10, 20183 minManaging Meltdowns With a Time-Out Mind JarHost, parent educator, and mom of twins Kris Geering shares one of her favorite DIY tools to help soothe a frustrated mind: a mind jar. I...