Parenting

As children transition into their teenage years, many rely on their parents for emotional grounding, even when they don’t always show it. The teenage desire for space doesn’t erase the need for security...

I initiated a radical social concept in the 1970s with my friends to support new families in our community. We were feminists and activists, and we believed men and women shared equally in the conception...

Calling all support people! Congratulations: You have helped, in some way, to bring new life into the world, and I am sure you are eager to make this transition as smooth as possible for your significant other.

If you already have children, preparing them for the arrival of their new twin siblings is important. While all children need preparation before a new baby joins the family, when it comes to twins...

Do you ever feel like you're failing as a parent, despite all the effort, care, and love you pour into your children? Like, no matter what you do, it’s never quite enough? And when you hear all...

Many years ago, I was pregnant, single, and alone. I gave birth in a foreign country and never saw my baby. I had no emotional support. Several years later, I was happily married, and we got...

Are you one of those parents who worry intensely about their child’s performance at school? I get you. You want your child to learn fast, to overcome obstacles, and to master her work...

Thank you for sharing this beautiful and insightful introduction to Wiggles McGee – The Magic Within. It sounds like a truly powerful and much-needed resource for families seeking to break generational...

Are you ready to be present, mentally and emotionally, or your child or children? Life is evolving, sometimes faster than we can keep up, and single parents need to move at the speed...

Before having children, I had plenty of time to think about myself. Looking back on that time makes me realize that there was not much actual self-reflection happening, though.

You’ve heard of matrescence, the psychological, emotional, and physical transition into motherhood. But did you know that something just as profound happens to men when they become fathers?

Twins may be best friends, but even best friends fight. Sharing space, toys, and attention 24/7 often leads to conflict, and that’s understandable. While we can’t force twins to get along, we can help them navigate conflicts with productive...

Have you ever been the only parent with your child on your lap at the beginning of a birthday party? Or, even for a good part of the entire party? It can happen, and it feels awkward if your child...

Children live in a natural state of hypnosis until around the age of 8, absorbing everything around them like sponges, without filters or critical thinking. During these formative years, their...

What if the products you trust most, like tampons, diapers, and underwear, are quietly making you sick? In this eye-opening article, Naomi Nye reveals the toxic truth hiding in everyday essentials. Legal chemicals found in these products are contributing to a growing public health crisis.

Have you ever felt guilty for taking time off? Or even just wanting to take time off for yourself? Do you easily take care of everyone...