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My Kid Had a Beautiful Relationship With My Parents. Then an Accident Happened That Changed Our Entire Lives.

Consider moving closer to grandparents can benefit a child's emotional development and family ties, despite the challenges of leaving friends behind.

My Mother-in-Law Thinks Excluding Her Racist Boyfriend From Thanksgiving Is "Cruel." But It's Time for a Reckoning.

Navigating family dynamics with a racist family member presents challenges, especially when children are involved. Consider prioritizing child safety and well-being.

I'm Boycotting the Holidays Because My Stepfather Won't Pay for My Destination Wedding

Discrepancies in family support for weddings can create deep emotional rifts.

Ask Allison: My family dismiss my son's ADHD diagnosis, blaming my gentle parenting for his behaviour

Navigating parenting judgments is challenging, particularly when adhering to gentle parenting principles while facing criticism from family.

My Sister Just Accused Me of "Bullying" Her Obnoxious Kids. Excuse Me?

It's crucial for children to learn responsibilities like chores, especially during difficult family transitions.

My Sister-in-Law's Son Barely Knew My Parents. She's Demanding He Get a Portion of Their Estate. Excuse Me?

The complexities of family relationships can complicate inheritance issues and create unexpected conflicts among relatives.

My Kid Had a Beautiful Relationship With My Parents. Then an Accident Happened That Changed Our Entire Lives.

Consider moving closer to grandparents can benefit a child's emotional development and family ties, despite the challenges of leaving friends behind.

My Mother-in-Law Thinks Excluding Her Racist Boyfriend From Thanksgiving Is "Cruel." But It's Time for a Reckoning.

Navigating family dynamics with a racist family member presents challenges, especially when children are involved. Consider prioritizing child safety and well-being.

I'm Boycotting the Holidays Because My Stepfather Won't Pay for My Destination Wedding

Discrepancies in family support for weddings can create deep emotional rifts.

Ask Allison: My family dismiss my son's ADHD diagnosis, blaming my gentle parenting for his behaviour

Navigating parenting judgments is challenging, particularly when adhering to gentle parenting principles while facing criticism from family.

My Sister Just Accused Me of "Bullying" Her Obnoxious Kids. Excuse Me?

It's crucial for children to learn responsibilities like chores, especially during difficult family transitions.

My Sister-in-Law's Son Barely Knew My Parents. She's Demanding He Get a Portion of Their Estate. Excuse Me?

The complexities of family relationships can complicate inheritance issues and create unexpected conflicts among relatives.
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#child-development

How To Talk to Your Teen About Pornography

Parents should address adolescent pornography exposure calmly and openly, fostering safe discussions about values and reactions.
Blocking apps may delay access to porn, but discussions on the topic are essential as encounters are almost inevitable.

Relax with the extracurricular activities - downtime is equally important for kids

Extracurricular activities should be a source of joy, not pressure; parents must allow children to choose their interests and prioritize downtime.

What everyone gets wrong about 'hurried child syndrome'

Rushing children doesn’t cause lasting trauma or anxiety; understanding the origins of 'hurried child syndrome' is crucial for parents.

Why buying your children too many toys is actually bad for them: study

Having fewer toys enhances children's cognitive development and play quality, fostering creativity and mindfulness.

I Found Out What My Son Has Been Watching at His Friend's House. Uh Oh.

Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries in children's friendships is crucial for emotional well-being, especially when faced with inappropriate influences.

Ask Allison: My daughter feels forced to be friends with a girl in school that she doesn't relate to. How do I help her?

Encouraging empathy and inclusivity is key for children navigating friendships and social interactions during transitions.

How To Talk to Your Teen About Pornography

Parents should address adolescent pornography exposure calmly and openly, fostering safe discussions about values and reactions.
Blocking apps may delay access to porn, but discussions on the topic are essential as encounters are almost inevitable.

Relax with the extracurricular activities - downtime is equally important for kids

Extracurricular activities should be a source of joy, not pressure; parents must allow children to choose their interests and prioritize downtime.

What everyone gets wrong about 'hurried child syndrome'

Rushing children doesn’t cause lasting trauma or anxiety; understanding the origins of 'hurried child syndrome' is crucial for parents.

Why buying your children too many toys is actually bad for them: study

Having fewer toys enhances children's cognitive development and play quality, fostering creativity and mindfulness.

I Found Out What My Son Has Been Watching at His Friend's House. Uh Oh.

Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries in children's friendships is crucial for emotional well-being, especially when faced with inappropriate influences.

Ask Allison: My daughter feels forced to be friends with a girl in school that she doesn't relate to. How do I help her?

Encouraging empathy and inclusivity is key for children navigating friendships and social interactions during transitions.
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This Mom Says You Should "Buy All The Gifts" For Your Kids This Holiday Season

Cherish children's holiday wonder by indulging their gift requests, as it creates lasting memories before they outgrow the magic of Christmas.

Millennials are the best parents - here's why

Millennial moms often clash with their mothers-in-law over differing parenting practices influenced by social media.
#safety

Pediatrician Warns Against 5 Common Children's Products

Avoid cough & cold medicines for children under 6, use safer alternatives like Ibuprofen and saline nasal sprays.

Every Time My Son Sees a Particular Fox in the Neighborhood, He Gives a Devious Smile. I Know What He's Up To.

Children's kindness towards animals can lead to risky situations that require parental guidance.
Establishing boundaries with wild animals is crucial for both child and animal safety.

Pediatrician Warns Against 5 Common Children's Products

Avoid cough & cold medicines for children under 6, use safer alternatives like Ibuprofen and saline nasal sprays.

Every Time My Son Sees a Particular Fox in the Neighborhood, He Gives a Devious Smile. I Know What He's Up To.

Children's kindness towards animals can lead to risky situations that require parental guidance.
Establishing boundaries with wild animals is crucial for both child and animal safety.
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#friendship

A Worried Redditor Receives Heartwarming Advice About Having A 'Weird Kid'

Encouraging involvement in clubs or extracurricular activities can alleviate children's school anxieties and help them form meaningful friendships.

My expat parents took me traveling with them when I was young. Now, I'm terrified by the idea of moving around a lot with kids.

Expat life can offer rich experiences, but children may struggle to maintain long-term friendships when returning to a stable home.

We Just Moved to a New Town. My Husband Is Already Sabotaging My Attempts to Make Friends.

You can socialize on your own terms without pressuring your introverted spouse.
It's acceptable to communicate your family's social dynamic simply and directly.
True friends will understand and accept your family's unique social needs.

Mom shares the perfect text to send to a friend who's just had a baby

It's essential to genuinely support friends postpartum, beyond just giving gifts; practical help and company are crucial.

A Worried Redditor Receives Heartwarming Advice About Having A 'Weird Kid'

Encouraging involvement in clubs or extracurricular activities can alleviate children's school anxieties and help them form meaningful friendships.

My expat parents took me traveling with them when I was young. Now, I'm terrified by the idea of moving around a lot with kids.

Expat life can offer rich experiences, but children may struggle to maintain long-term friendships when returning to a stable home.

We Just Moved to a New Town. My Husband Is Already Sabotaging My Attempts to Make Friends.

You can socialize on your own terms without pressuring your introverted spouse.
It's acceptable to communicate your family's social dynamic simply and directly.
True friends will understand and accept your family's unique social needs.

Mom shares the perfect text to send to a friend who's just had a baby

It's essential to genuinely support friends postpartum, beyond just giving gifts; practical help and company are crucial.
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#boundaries

My Kid Treats My Boobs Like They're His Property. This Has to Stop.

It's important for parents to establish boundaries for their bodies and address unwanted behaviors from children consistently, regardless of their intent.

Help! We're Taking Our Kids on a Surprise Trip to Disney World. It's Bound to Anger the Whole Family.

It is okay to prioritize family dynamics that suit your immediate family's needs when planning vacations.

My Kid Treats My Boobs Like They're His Property. This Has to Stop.

It's important for parents to establish boundaries for their bodies and address unwanted behaviors from children consistently, regardless of their intent.

Help! We're Taking Our Kids on a Surprise Trip to Disney World. It's Bound to Anger the Whole Family.

It is okay to prioritize family dynamics that suit your immediate family's needs when planning vacations.
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#mental-health

Gen Z teens feel crushing pressure to be high-achievers. Here are 6 ways parents can help.

Teens face intense pressure to succeed academically and socially, leading to mental health issues.

How strict should parents be with their kids about Halloween candy consumption? An expert weighs in

Micromanaging children's candy intake may harm their mental health more than it helps their physical health.

Gen Z teens feel crushing pressure to be high-achievers. Here are 6 ways parents can help.

Teens face intense pressure to succeed academically and socially, leading to mental health issues.

How strict should parents be with their kids about Halloween candy consumption? An expert weighs in

Micromanaging children's candy intake may harm their mental health more than it helps their physical health.
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Harriette Cole: I'm hurt by what my sister said about my new baby

New mothers often grapple with feelings of isolation and loss of social connections while adjusting to their new roles.

I'm Extremely Worried by What My Wife Does When She's Watching Our Baby

Screen time for infants under two is discouraged, as it can hinder language and social skills.
#co-parenting

My Ex Remarried. Now My Kids Love His "New Family" So Much They Don't Want to Come Home.

The relationship between children and their stesiblings can create emotional complexities that need careful handling.

My Kid Keeps Returning From His Dad's With the Worst Smell

Co-parents must effectively communicate and address household cleanliness issues to protect children's wellbeing.

My Ex Remarried. Now My Kids Love His "New Family" So Much They Don't Want to Come Home.

The relationship between children and their stesiblings can create emotional complexities that need careful handling.

My Kid Keeps Returning From His Dad's With the Worst Smell

Co-parents must effectively communicate and address household cleanliness issues to protect children's wellbeing.
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Earth911 Podcast: Author David Steinman on Raising Healthy Kids In a Toxic World

David Steinman highlights the dangers of chemical toxins in everyday life, particularly their impact on children's health.
#independence

Harriette Cole: I dropped my daughter off at college last week, and she already wants to quit

Encouraging independence in your child can be difficult but essential for their growth.

Harriette Cole: I'm feeling uneasy about how my child is growing up

Teach children values by modeling behavior
Encourage independence while fostering respectful engagement

Harriette Cole: I dropped my daughter off at college last week, and she already wants to quit

Encouraging independence in your child can be difficult but essential for their growth.

Harriette Cole: I'm feeling uneasy about how my child is growing up

Teach children values by modeling behavior
Encourage independence while fostering respectful engagement
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Mom's viral airplane seating hack sparks debate: 'Can't stand when people do this'

A family travel blogger shared a hack to secure an entire row on flights by booking aisle and window seats, leaving the middle open.
#unique-names

Kylie Jenner says she couldn't decide on her son's name for a year because she was struggling with postpartum depression

Kylie Jenner advises expecting parents to choose baby names before childbirth, sharing her struggle with postpartum depression that delayed her decision for her son.

17 Fun, Quirky Middle Names, From Pigeon To Bean

Quirky middle names offer a unique and fun alternative for parents hesitant about unconventional first names.

Kylie Jenner says she couldn't decide on her son's name for a year because she was struggling with postpartum depression

Kylie Jenner advises expecting parents to choose baby names before childbirth, sharing her struggle with postpartum depression that delayed her decision for her son.

17 Fun, Quirky Middle Names, From Pigeon To Bean

Quirky middle names offer a unique and fun alternative for parents hesitant about unconventional first names.
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My Child is Deeply Invested in a Particular Fandom. I'm Worried It Will Take Her Down a Harrowing Path.

Encourage children's interests while ensuring safety and boundaries with open communication and constructive activities.

My 6-Year-Old Has Started Saying a Disturbing Phrase All the Time

Imitating peers is normal in childhood; discussing boundaries should be approached with care and context.
#setting-boundaries

My Husband's Parents Are a Threat to Our Child's Safety. But He Doesn't See the Problem.

Being cautious with grandparents' role in child's life, especially if there's a history of abuse or toxic relationships.

My Sister Betrayed Me in the Worst Way. But Our Parents Keep Trying to Force Us Together.

Setting boundaries with family is crucial for mental well-being.
Communication is key in managing relationships with estranged family members.

My Husband's Parents Are a Threat to Our Child's Safety. But He Doesn't See the Problem.

Being cautious with grandparents' role in child's life, especially if there's a history of abuse or toxic relationships.

My Sister Betrayed Me in the Worst Way. But Our Parents Keep Trying to Force Us Together.

Setting boundaries with family is crucial for mental well-being.
Communication is key in managing relationships with estranged family members.
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Kat Stickler Gets Real About Motherhood

Kat Stickler, a popular TikTok mom, known for her humor, honesty, and candid sharing, participated in a campaign offering advice to other moms.
#motherhood

Mothers In Jazz (86): Meg Okura

Meg Okura toured with jazz greats after switching from classical to jazz.
She emphasizes the importance of following individual parenting instincts.

Spit Happens: PW Talks with Liana Finck

The graphic memoir by Liana Finck chronicles her experiences as a new mother through single-panel comics and essays, offering a narrative with pictures.

Mothers In Jazz (86): Meg Okura

Meg Okura toured with jazz greats after switching from classical to jazz.
She emphasizes the importance of following individual parenting instincts.

Spit Happens: PW Talks with Liana Finck

The graphic memoir by Liana Finck chronicles her experiences as a new mother through single-panel comics and essays, offering a narrative with pictures.
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I'm Shocked by What Parents Are Supposedly Doing With Potty Training Now

Potty training debate in Utah
Support for American parents

I Gave All the Weed Smokers in My Life One Rule for the Sake of My Child. They Think It's Dramatic.

Setting boundaries with family members who drive under the influence of weed can be challenging but necessary to protect your child's safety.
Be firm in your decision to not allow your child to be driven by someone who is under the influence of weed, regardless of how others may react.

EXCLUSIVE: Kathie Lee Gifford is outspoken about everything - except telling her kids how to parent

Kathie Lee Gifford balances family life and career post-surgery, providing support and advice while giving her children and grandchildren autonomy.

My Mother-in-Law Made Us a Promise Ahead of Our Baby's Birth. Then She Stabbed Us in the Back.

Frustrations with family support and parenting expectations.
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