{I have learned a lot about kids through earning an advanced degree in Human Development, however, some of my best lessons have come from my …
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Foster Empathy in Kids with These Simple But Powerful Acts of Kindness
{Sneak peek: Acts of kindness for kids to help them grow in empathy and emotional intelligence. Research-backed but easy ideas to bring into …
Why is it Important for Parents to Understand Child Development?
{Why is it important for parents to understand child development? Learn how it can open our eyes to wonderful insights about our children …
The Rewards and Struggles of Working at Home with Kids
Since the pandemic hit several months ago many of us have been working from home with kids more than we ever thought possible. The …
One Research-Backed Way to Handle Toddler Tantrums
Sneak peek: Toddler tantrums are normal but very frustrating. Research helps guide us in a slightly unconventional way on how to deal with …
The Parenting Hack We All Know (but here’s how to use it more effectively)
We often hear that giving kids choices empowers them and helps our parenting lives go smoother. While true, offering kids choices also …
Finding Meaning in the Mayhem: How to Spot (and Survive) a Toddler Growth Spurt
Sneak peek: Toddler growth spurts can influence children's behavior in challenging ways. Find out what to look for and when to expect growth …
Seeing Your Child’s Behavior as Communication and Why This Matters for Parenting
Sneak peek: Parents are often baffled by child behavior, even in their own children. Learning a bit more about the reasons for behavior can …
Research Reveals the Real Reason Why You’re Losing Your Temper with Your Toddler
Sneak peek: Losing patience with your toddler is not something most of us would hold up as our best parenting moment, but it happens. …