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What do children’s drawings tell us about life at home?

Children's drawings can function as a fascinating window into how kids perceive and represent their world. They are also helpful tools for therapists, because children sometimes find it easier to communicate with imagery rather than words. But can children's drawings...

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Screen Time Guidelines – Screen Overload?

In today’s digital age, screens have become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones and tablets to computers and televisions, screens are virtually … Screen Time Guidelines – Screen Overload? Read More » The post Screen Time Guidelines – Screen Overload?...

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Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress?

Parenthood is an extraordinary journey filled with love, joy, and endless learning opportunities. Every parent wants what is best for their children and strives to … Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress? Read More » The post Parental Anxiety – Parenting...

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Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress?

Parenthood is an extraordinary journey filled with love, joy, and endless learning opportunities. Every parent wants what is best for their children and strives to … Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress? Read More » The post Parental Anxiety – Parenting...

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Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress?

Parenthood is an extraordinary journey filled with love, joy, and endless learning opportunities. Every parent wants what is best for their children and strives to … Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress? Read More » The post Parental Anxiety – Parenting...

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Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress?

Parenthood is an extraordinary journey filled with love, joy, and endless learning opportunities. Every parent wants what is best for their children and strives to … Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress? Read More » The post Parental Anxiety – Parenting...

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Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress?

Parenthood is an extraordinary journey filled with love, joy, and endless learning opportunities. Every parent wants what is best for their children and strives to … Parental Anxiety – Parenting Perfection or Progress? Read More » The post Parental Anxiety – Parenting...

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When a Child Comes Out, Whose Story Is It to Tell?

Social media can be an incredible tool for finding connection and understanding, which is why so many of us share our lives, stories, and struggles on various platforms. But it gets complicated when adult parents decide to share the highs and lows of their children's...

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The Back-to-School Countdown — Are You Ready?

Helping Your Child Transition from Summer Vacation to Back-to-School As summer vacation draws to a close, parents and children alike begin to feel a mix … The Back-to-School Countdown — Are You Ready? Read More » The post The Back-to-School Countdown — Are You Ready?...

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Even Lindsay Lohan Can't Resist the Latest Must-Have Crib

Lindsay Lohan, who just gave birth to her first child, recently gave Architectural Digest a sneak peek of her little one's nursery. We'd already been loving Lohan's pregnancy style, and now her nursery decor is also giving us major inspiration. According to AD, Lohan...

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Why Are More Families Embracing Koala Parenting?

It seems like very few months, parenting circles begin to buzz about some "new" parenting philosophy, leaving us to surreptitiously research the term to figure out if (1) it's a "good" or "bad" approach, and (2) if we've been parenting that way without even knowing...

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Do babies feel empathy?

Yes, babies feel empathy. They can "catch" other people's emotions. They show sympathy, and even offer to help. But their behavior depends on how we treat them. The post Do babies feel empathy? appeared first on PARENTING SCIENCE.

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Is Your Toddler Musical? 5 Tests for Clues

If you’re trying to detect your toddler’s natural gifts, that could be tricky at this stage. But artistic traits, like musicality, can sometimes be picked … Is Your Toddler Musical? 5 Tests for Clues Read More » The post Is Your Toddler Musical? 5 Tests for Clues...

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How to prevent summer learning loss (and still have fun)

During summer break, kids can forget what they've learned at school, falling months behind. But studies suggest we can prevent summer learning loss. Here's how. The post How to prevent summer learning loss (and still have fun) appeared first on PARENTING SCIENCE.

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The Best Baby Monitors of 2023, According to Parents

It's one of the paradoxes of parenting young children. No matter how exhausted you are and how much you look forward to nap time or bedtime, once they're sleeping, you often miss your baby or toddler and want to see their sweet little face again. Thank goodness for...

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Should There Be Child-Free Zones on Planes?

Traveling with a baby or young kids can be a daunting experience for parents, and it often leads to heightened stress levels for parents and fellow travelers. The thought of potentially having to share an airplane with a baby who can't be calmed down or a toddler who...

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So, How Do Other Parents Get Their Toddler to Stay in Bed?

If you were to ask parents which times of their days they find to be the most stressful with a toddler at home, chances are bedtime would be one of them. Trying to get a little one to settle in at bedtime can be a real struggle, especially for families with toddlers...

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