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little girl pouting; "3 Words Our Kids Can't Say"

Why My Kids Don’t Say “I Hate You”

teen girl ignoring mom; text overlay "How to Stop Tween Attitude"

What Your Tween’s Attitude REALLY Means (and How to Stop it)

little girl picking toys off the floor; text overlay "Why You Shouldn't Clean Your Kid's Room for Them"

Why Making Kids Clean their Own Room Matters

Parents: Please Stop Sending Sick Kids to Class

Parents: Please Stop Sending Sick Kids to Class

Why We Said “NO Homework” After School!

Why We Said “NO Homework” After School!

Sleep Anxiety in Children – How to Help Kids Fall Asleep Better

Sleep Anxiety in Children – How to Help Kids Fall Asleep Better

How to know if your child is ready to transition from crib to toddler bed, plus 5 steps to make the move a breeze!

When to Transition from Crib to Toddler Bed – 4 Signs it’s Time

When you feel like you're failing mama, know that we ALL fail at parenting sometimes. But here's what's really important...

We ALL Fail at Parenting Sometimes

The benefits of family dinner, and why experts say it's one of the most powerful tools parents have to raise healthy, happy, and successful kids.

5 Science-Backed Benefits of Family Dinner

Fact of life: kids ask the same questions over and over. Here's why that's actually a GOOD thing for brain development.

Why Repeating Themselves Over and Over Actually Makes Kids Smarter

Looking for an alternative to time out? Learn how "time to yourself" can change your child's way of thinking and stop negative behavior without punishments!

“Time to Yourself” — an Alternative to Punishments Like Time Out

It's easier than you might think, and both you and your child come out winners.

How to Stop Temper Tantrums in 5 Seconds

If you've caught your kids eating boogers from time to time, you might wonder: are boogers good for you? Here's what the experts have to say...

Is Eating Boogers Good for Kids?

What parents need to know about the Momo Challenge and how to keep their kids safe online.

Do Not – I Repeat – Do NOT Ask Your Kids About “Momo”

n often overlooked solution to toddler sleep issues - and it's one that parenting books won't tell you! With one simple switch, our toddler immediately started sleeping through the night!

Why Your Toddler Might Still Be Waking Up at Night