If you are a parent of a young boy you know that, despite the cultural stereotypes, boys feel strong emotions just as much as girls. …
Social-Emotional Development
I’m Just Tired: Children’s Sleep and the Socioeconomic Status Achievement Gap
My 4-year-old son did not get much of a nap yesterday. No big deal, right. He's just turned 4 and many kids are dropping naps anyway around …
The Benefits Of Summer Camp Are Real, But Leave the Phone at Home
{The benefits of summer camp for kids' development are amazing. However, research points to one clear tip when it comes to technology at …
7 Reasons to Ditch Elf on the Shelf {and an alternative tradition we love}
Sneak peek: Looking for an alternative to Elf on the Shelf? A few reasons to consider looking for a more thoughtful holiday …
Super Simple, Research-Backed Ways to Raise a Thankful Child
{Most of us have a goal of raising a thankful child, but the cultural narrative of entitlement is a major challenge. Simple ways to foster …
Want to be a More Patient Parent? Start Here…
{Most of us have tried the tactic of "counting to ten" to calm down. However, learning how to be a patient parent for the long-term needs a …
When You are Unsure What to Say to Your Teen (or Tween), These Books Can Help
{Sneak peek: Teens often have a lot of questions about their health, changing hormones, unruly emotions and more. They might be afraid to …
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 being bored are real if we can help kids through those challenging first …
How Reading Classic Books Can be a Powerful Form of Self-Care {for kids and adults!}
Sneak peek: Many of these best classic books for children cannot only enrich our kids' lives but ours too. Exploring how reading can be a …