If you asked a room full of parents to name their least favorite part of parenting, discipline is probably near or at the top of the list. And yet making mistakes and acting out are a foundational part of a child’s development. It’s so conflicting, isn’t it? You want your kids to do better - but you don’t want to resort to traditional di.... Read More
Your 8-year old didn’t put away his toys, again. Your 4-year old has a meltdown every night about brushing his teeth. And you know what? You are not alone! All parents find themselves facing challenges on an almost daily basis. Which are exactly what these positive parenting techniques are made for. Think of them as a guiding light that can he.... Read More
You open the front door and there they are, glassy-eyed zombie looking creatures with controllers in their hands that sort of resemble your kids. You find yourself wondering, and not for the first time… Is video game addiction in children really a thing? Should you be worried? Maybe, maybe not. On the one hand, global warming is happening. Whic.... Read More
This story was produced in partnership with Dream Baby Sleep®, a group of certified experts who are successfully teaching families how to create and maintain healthy sleep. “I just love waking up randomly in the middle of the night”... said pretty much no parent, ever. Yet that’s the reality when you’re living with a newborn. .... Read More
Home may be where the heart is, but it's also where accidents happen. Literally millions of Americans wind up in the ER each year due to home accidents, many of which are preventable. The home should be a welcoming environment where family members of all ages feel safe and secure. Children need creative spaces to explore and play, with lots of.... Read More