The Secret to Raising Happy Kids: Don’t Focus on Happiness
Sneak peek: The key for how to raise a happy child is, ironically, to focus less on happiness. As I explored this topic …
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The Science-Based Reason Why Experience Gifts are Great for Kids
{plus 25+ awesome experience gift ideas} Sneak peek: Looking for some “outside the box” gift ideas that kids …
Childhood Independence: Finding the Balance of Holding Tight and Letting go
Sneak peek: Do you struggle with childhood independence? Does it feel scary to let your child or teen do things on their …
How to Parent Toddlers with Respect and Empathy
Toddlerhood is such an interesting, challenging, emotion-provoking, fascinating phase of development. It emerges just …
Surprisingly Helpful Calming Activities for Super-active Kids
A list of slightly unconventional calming activities for kids when the usual suggestions don’t work. Helpful …
Parenting Books to Get You Through Each Phase of the Early Years
Sneak peek: Some of the best parenting books that I’ve found to provide real, useful research-based …
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 …
The Art and Science of Raising a Sensitive Boy (Without Crushing his Spirit)
Sneak peek: Raising a sensitive boy in a culture that does not value boys’ emotions can be challenging. However, …
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, …