Are More Babies Born During the Summer? (Plus Baby Gift Ideas)
Sneak peek: We often think of summer as baby season, but are more babies born in the summer? A little science (and fun) …
Parenting Research
5 Powerful Lessons Being a Mom Taught Me About Child Development
Sneak peek: I have learned a lot about kids through earning an advanced degree in Human Development; however, some of my …
Do Parents Need to Apologize for Their Children Acting Like…Children?
Sneak peek: Do we need to apologize for children’s developmentally appropriate behavior? Thoughts on fostering a …
Screen Time Recommendations for Children {by age}
Screen time recommendations for children are a hot topic for parents. Parents face ridicule, guilt, and pressure from …
Want to be a More Patient Parent? Start Here…
Sneak peek: Most of us have tried the tactic of “counting to ten” to calm down. However, patient parenting …
Learn How to Have Age Appropriate Expectations of Your Kids (and why it matters for parenting)
Sneak peek: Having realistic expectations for age-appropriate behavior in our kids can make a huge difference …
Why Allowing Your Kids to be Bored is a Savvy Parenting Move
Sneak peek: Kids being bored isn’t a bad thing! The benefits of boredom are real if we can help kids through those …
Amazingly Common (but unhelpful) Myths About Strong-Willed Children
Sneak peek: A new look at the research on how to discipline a strong-willed child. Understand your strong-willed …
“Difficult” Temperament ≠ A Child Destined for Problems: Sensitive Parenting is Key
Sneak peek: Babies with a “difficult” temperament can sometimes pose challenges to parents as they …