One of the biggest frustrations in parenting a young child is that moment when it’s time to turn off the screens and transition to doing something else. We have good news: it doesn’t have to be so hard! Read on for a few tips and tricks to help you successfully transition your little one when screen time is over.
Self-care looks different as a mom — something Mandy Moore is all too familiar with. The This is Us star recently opened up about how motherhood has changed her life in a new cover story with Health, on sale Feb. 11. The actress and singer shares August, who turns 1 on Feb. 23, with husband Taylor Goldsmith. In the interview, she talked about how her wellness routine has…
During Black History Month, communities across the country commemorate the history of people of African descent in America and pay tribute the many achievements of Black men and women. But perhaps the most important community members to get involved in this annual celebration? Our children. Today’s need for greater racial equity and inclusion requires kids to be exposed to diversity…
Ready or not, tax season is coming, and we can help with some advice for parents filing them in 2022. The typical due date is back: the IRS has released its plans to have 2021 individual tax returns due on April 18, 2022, for most filers. Although things feel far from normal for the rest of us, this marks the…
Especially in the era of screen-heavy days and Zoom school, a consistent mindfulness practice can benefit both parents and children. So, if you’re ready to take on mindfulness together with your little one(s) as a time to rest and relax, here’s a simple guide to help get started.
Read on to discover 7 natural ways new mothers can honor the sacred work of child birth and celebrate their postpartum bodies.
For more than 35 years, American Girl has been creating dolls that reflect the lives of real girls and this year, the company’s “Girl of the Year” gives representation to Asian-American girls. The new American Girl doll is Corinne Tan, a Chinese-American girl that comes from a blended family. As with all American Girl characters, Corinne comes with a book series. But…
Your Guide to Age-Appropriate Responsibilities for Toddlers & Teens Kids need opportunities to contribute to the common good. They need this for their self-esteem and for their lives to have meaning. Children don’t want just to be doted on. They need, like the rest of us, to feel like they matter to the world—like their lives make a positive contribution. All…
Pregnant women who have contracted Covid are at higher risk for severe disease than people who aren’t pregnant, and a new study is shedding light on how the body’s immune response may differ depending on whether you’re carrying a boy or a girl baby. According to a recent study released in Science Translational Medicine, researchers discovered that if you’re carrying a male baby,…
Experiencing FOMO while pregnant is real and can feel inevitable. As your body changes, so too does your social life. One writer shares her tips on how to manage FOMO while pregnant.
