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Parenting’s exhilarating, intimidating and — sometimes — lonely. And everybody has an opinion. Our pediatricians, psychologists and children’s health experts cut through the noise with research-based advice on parenting styles, self-care, special needs and more.

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September 3, 2024/Parenting

What Is ‘Sad Beige Parenting’ and Is It Harmful to Babies?

Don’t lose sleep over color palettes — your ‘sad beige baby’ couldn’t care less

Couple sitting couch looking sad
August 16, 2024/Mental Health

How To Cope With Empty Nest Syndrome

Communicating with your family, setting expectations and finding healthy distractions can make life easier once your kiddo flies the coop

Caregiver talking to pouting, upset child with arms crossed
July 24, 2024/Parenting

How To Discipline a Child Who Won’t Listen

Setting specific expectations and praising good behavior are crucial to cultivating discipline

Child talking with caregiver on couch
July 12, 2024/Mental Health

Talking To Your Child About School Shooting Drills

‘Active shooter’ exercises may raise both awareness and anxiety

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Child watching caregiver posting on phone and laptop
May 29, 2024/Parenting

Sharing Isn’t Always Caring: The Risks and Dangers of ‘Sharenting’

Posting intimate details of your child’s life on social media, like their birth date and school name, can have serious consequences

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May 21, 2024/Parenting

10 Ways to Practice Self-Care as a Parent

Move your body, spend time with other adults and practice gratitude to help regain your sense of self

Two caregivers, with one holding a child on shoulders, walking happily outside
May 1, 2024/Parenting

Our Safe and Responsible Guide To Co-Parenting

Keeping open lines of communication and working together as a team for your children are key to co-parenting

Group of mixed individuals bullies another who is cringing on the ground.
August 14, 2023/Parenting

How Not To Raise a Bully

It starts with teaching your child how to use emotional language and to respect others

3 kids playing pirates
May 17, 2023/Parenting

A Pirate’s Guide To Parenting Styles

Sailing between parenting styles in specific situations is key

Busy mom helps children with homework while holding baby, working on computer and talking on phone.
April 28, 2023/Mental Health

Got Mom Guilt? Here’s How To Navigate It

Caring for your own well-being and setting manageable expectations can dispel that feeling

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