The Power of Silence and How to Help Kids Find More of It
Science indicates that silence can be beneficial to us in so many ways, as it impacts our physical, mental, and emotional health. Here's how to find some.
This Is What Pregnancy After an Eating Disorder Looks Like
The active part of my eating disorder was many moons ago, but my recovery is ongoing. Especially when I'm faced with gaining 30 to 50 pounds in nine months.
As A Dad, How I Work to Unplug
Is it me or does life seem to be speeding up? Every year, month, week, day, hours – even minutes – feel as though they are just flying by.
Kid Made Recipe: Pumpkin Fudge
Pumpkin spice season is in full swing! These treats are full of fall flavor, have only five ingredients, and are super easy for kiddos to make.
5 Ways To Share Día De Los Muertos With Your Kids
Orange marigold petals spatter like drops of sunshine on the pavement. The smell of empanadas and fresh citrus fills homes. Dia de Los Muertos is easy to love.
A Mindful Family Plan for a Happy, Healthy Winter
The change in the quality of daylight causes seasonal depressive symptoms that go beyond typical “winter blues.” Here are some ways to help.
4 Upsides of Having a Partner Who Travels for Work
Work puts food on the table and travel is often inevitable, so, in that spirit, I give you some of the upsides, if, like me, you need a little help spinning it.
These 7 Books Can Inspire Kids to Get Up and Move
Here are seven books that will make your child want to put down the controller and move their feet.
5 Ways to Get Outside in Autumn and Why Science Says You Should
All those hours kids spend climbing trees and following bugs really do soothe their psyches. Fall may require another layer, but it's well worth it.
To the Heartbroken Mom at Her First Daycare Drop-Off
It may feel like the most difficult morning of your life. But trust me, mama, your baby is in good hands and daycare drop-off won't always break your heart.
10 Reasons to Consider Preschool if You're on the Fence
Preschool infuses your little one's day with a whole new world of interesting activities, plus new people to connect with and enjoy. Plus, more great reasons!
7 Things You Need to Know About Back-to-School Shopping
My daughter started kindergarten last year. I practiced easing my daughter's anxieties, but I didn't suspect shopping would become its own source of anxiety.
Books To Help Children (And Adults) Understand What It Means To Be Transgender
These five books will take away the cloud of fear or confusion and empower you to make gender an everyday discussion.
20 Family Traditions That Will Teach Your Kids To Love Nature
Combining family traditions and the outdoors is a fun and exciting way to create memories and a love of nature at the same time. Here are 20 ideas to get you started.
7 Reasons Why Being in Nature is Essential for Kids
There is much that nature can do for us all. The following are seven significant reasons to convince you to make more time for it with your whole family.
An Honest Review of Baby Led Weaning
Baby feeding is not about sticking a certain amount of rice cereal down my baby's throat to fill him up; it’s about introducing him to a world of new flavors and textures.
7 Signs You're Parenting Right According to a Clinical Psychologist
In my work as a clinical psychologist, there are seven signs I see that tell me a child has an awesome parent.
How to Cope When Your Baby Totally Hates the Car
The following tricks can help you to find a solution for the pain and trauma of car rides.
6 Incredible Superpowers You Didn't Know Your Baby Has
Newborn babies might look like the most helpless things on the planet but they can do some things you’d never believe.
What Everyone Should Know About Early STEM Learning
Take a look at these four facts everyone should know about early STEM learning, and consider what you can do about them.
12 Kid's Books That Model True Friendship
Friends help each other, remember each other, and share life together. And kids love reading all about it. These books celebrate the magic of friendship.
On Teaching Tolerance and Inclusivity in Early Education
As a teacher, you can be the advocate for kids who challenge the ideas of what boys and girls "should" do. Challenge others to think differently.
5 Things You Shouldn't Expect From Your Two-Year-Old
Some of the things we struggle with are normal behavior for toddlers. Here are five things not to expect of your two-year-old, plus what you can expect instead.
Minimalism: A Key to Mental Health as a New Parent
Parenting is hard for all of us. Practicing minimalism as much as possible in other aspects of your life is a great way to maintain mental health as a new parent.