Family

Family

Doing This 1 Thing Can Build Kids' Confidence and Self-Worth, According to a Child Psychiatrist

"These moments can inspire the child to persevere through challenges."

Family

Family

What Is Positive Parenting? The 4 Principles Parents Should Know

“We problem-solve together, rather than wait for a meltdown to punish reactively.”
Happy young Asian family having fun playing with building blocks together over the window sill against urban city skyline. Enjoying family bonding time at home. Family love and togetherness concept
Happy young Asian family having fun playing with building blocks together over the window sill against urban city skyline. Enjoying family bonding time at home. Family love and togetherness concept

Drowning Really Is Silent: What Parents Need to Know This Summer

I used to read stories about near drownings every summer and think, "I'm so glad that didn't happen to me." Then it did.

Family

Family

I’m a parenting educator: Here are 5 things I never do with my own kids

These are the well-meaning but unhelpful parenting strategies I’ve worked hard to avoid.
Parenting educator Amy McCready with her family
Parenting educator Amy McCready with her family

How to talk to children about shootings: An age-by-age guide

When a horrific event happens, again and again, what do we tell our children?
Police car
Police car

The latest expert parenting advice? 'Do nothing.' Really!

“I just had the smoothest, best morning with my kids ... and I want to tell you exactly what I did.”
Dr. Becky Kennedy.
Dr. Becky Kennedy.

How old is too old to trick or treat?

An etiquette expert weighs in on trick-or-treat age limits.

Like Colin Farrell, I have a son with Angelman syndrome. What I wish I'd known

"A doctor told us our son would never walk, never talk, never love and would never know we were his parents. We knew that she was wrong."
Christina Poletto and her son Theo
Christina Poletto and her son Theo

16 clever and cute Thanksgiving pregnancy announcements

Yes, this is the time to use ALL the "bun in the oven" puns
Pregnant Woman Standing Amidst Trees Against Sky During Autumn
Pregnant Woman Standing Amidst Trees Against Sky During Autumn