10 Signs Your Child May Be Getting Bullied That Parents Often Miss
A child sitting alone on a playground bench, representing signs a child may be experiencing bullying
17 Family Rituals That Make Kids Feel Close to You
One day, your child will grow up. I know. Slightly terrifying. One day, they’ll drive their own car, buy their own groceries, close their own bedroom door, and probably stop asking you where their shoes are. You’ll remember the little feet running through the house. The footsteps coming down the stairs. The mornings when everyone…
How to Parent a Strong-Willed Child Without Turning Every Day Into a Battle
“Put your jacket on, please.” “No!” “It’s cold outside. Come on, put it on.” “I DON’T WANT TO!” “But we have to leave.” “NO! I’M NOT WEARING IT!” You look at the clock. Your child looks at you. The jacket sits between you, completely innocent, as if it has no idea it just became the…
Why Is My Toddler Waking Up at 5 AM? 7 Possible Reasons and What to Try
5:07 AM. You hear a tiny voice outside the bedroom door. “Mommy…” You pull the blanket a little higher. Silence. Then: “Mommy. I’m awake.” You look at the clock. 5:07. No. Absolutely not. You close your eyes and hope this is one of those dreams where you wake up and discover it’s actually 7:30. Then…
15 Ways to Help Your Toddler Listen Without Yelling or Power Struggles
There comes a stage of motherhood when you may start questioning your own ears. You say: “Honey, put your toys away.” Nothing. You say a little louder: “Did you hear Mommy?” Still nothing. You walk over. “I said, put your toys away.” Your child looks at you. Then… picks up one little car and runs…
10 Little Things That Can Make Childhood Feel Magical
There is something bittersweet about childhood: It goes by so quickly. Today, those little feet are still running across the living room. Tomorrow, the shirt that fit perfectly yesterday is suddenly too short. And one day, your child won’t call you from the bedroom because they’re afraid of the dark. They’ll close the door themselves….
