We've all done it...that argument with our spouse/partner just exploded in front of our kids. It may not have even been a big argument. …
Parenting Research
Holiday Help: Finding Developmentally Appropriate Toys
The holiday season is upon us! Many of us are spending time shuffling through store shelves looking for the perfect gift for the little ones …
Does Having Children Make You Happier?
This may seem like a controversial question to some people. Of course, you love your children and cannot imagine your life without …
Black Friday and Holiday Weekend Deals for Parents
Instead of filling up social media posts with deals, I decided to compose a list of all the Black Friday and Holiday Weekend Deals for …
5 Parenting Lessons Research Taught Us This Year
Well, the year 2017 is officially in the history books. Along with it, shelves full of parenting research become part of history too. …
Parent-Child Relationship and the Link to Self-Control
In my latest post on Notes on Parenting, I discuss research that illustrates the important link between a close, mutually responsive …
4 Parenting Lessons Research Taught Us in 2016
The beginning of a new year is upon us and as usual, social media is full of "best of" and "top 10" posts. In an attempt to be a little more …
Want Your Child to Have an Amazing School Year? Start Here
{This time of year, back to school tips and tricks abound. If you really want an amazing school year for your child, these experts help set …
Are More Babies Born During the Summer? (Plus Baby Gift Ideas)
{We often think of summer as baby season but are more babies really born during the summer? A little science (and fun) about summer …