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Woodbridge Suffolk UK February 11 2021: A close up of a naughty Christmas elf sitting outside in the snowy winter landscape enjoying the winter sunshine. Naughty, christmas, mischievous elf concept

16 Savage Elf On The Shelf Tweets From Fed Up Parents

Kathy Morris

It’s the most magical time of year. Unless, of course, you are a parent doing Elf On The Shelf. Suddenly, ...

Portrait of a mother scolding to her son sitting on the grass

Child Psychologist Reveals Secret To Saying No

Steph Bazzle

Unless you actually enjoy it when your kid is crying and sad, you’ve probably experienced a time when you had ...

A child is in a car, leaning out the window and crying

Why You Absolutely Can’t Leave The Baby In The Car, Even For Five Minutes

Steph Bazzle

I’m probably not the only millenial parent who remembers sitting in the vehicle alone, reading a book, while the adult ...

Mother scolding young boy as he plays with toys.

The Psychology Behind 10 Common Parenting Myths (And Why They Need Debunking)

Blair Nicole

Parenting advice is everywhere, but unfortunately, not all of it is rooted in science—or even reality. Myths about raising children ...

Little girl is rubbing her eyes while looking at a phone

ChatGPT Parenting Hack Is Just Lying To Your Kids, Says Clinical Psychologist

Steph Bazzle

Most of us, as parents, have had a moment (or a lot of them) when we just wanted to stop ...

Two girls share a cola in a plastic bottle

Taxing Sugary Beverages Wasn’t The Answer To Child Obesity According To A New Study

Steph Bazzle

Sodas and junk food contribute to America’s problem with physical health and weight. Medical experts and legislators have worked to ...

Stressed parents

These Are The 15 States With The Most Expensive Childcare

Kathy Morris

Forget diapers; Childcare is now the largest expense many young families face. In fact, childcare is now more expensive than ...

family with kids sitting at table with christmas decorations all around

24 Of The Funniest Holiday Parenting Tweets To Get You Through The Season

Rosie Govin

The holidays are a special time for everyone, but they’re an extra special time for parents. Between figuring out the ...

Man connects with his son over smartphone

Disappearing Dads After Divorce: Study Examines How Contact Is Affected Into Adulthood

Steph Bazzle

If you skim any forum where adults talk about their experiences with their parents, you’ll spot the trend of disappearing ...

Parents spending time with smiling teen girl

Psychology Expert Shares 10 Signs Your Teen is Emotionally Intelligent (And How to Encourage More of It)

Blair Nicole

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a superpower—arguably even more valuable than academic intelligence. It’s the ability to understand, manage, and navigate ...

Children sleepover in a tent

11 Reasons For Sleepovers According To Experts And Parents

Kathy Morris

What is the reason for sleepovers? Back in the 1990s, the answer was simple: good old-fashioned fun. Nights spent with ...

two girls kneel in grass with a dog

10 Reasons You Should Raise Your Kids With Pets According To Experts And Parents

Rosie Govin

They say dogs are man’s best friend, but it turns out they’re also babies’ best friend. There are lots of ...

two kids having fun on a bed in a hotel room with parents nearby

10 Hacks For Traveling Solo With Kids, Experiences From My Global Travels

Blair Nicole

Traveling with kids is always a balancing act of patience, planning, and resourcefulness. But traveling with kids on your own ...

Kids get excited for Christmas outside store window with tree and decorations

Misprints And Recalls: How To Safety Check Your Purchases Before Christmas

Steph Bazzle

Santa and his elves may test every talking doll and choo-choo train before filling the sleigh, but parents purchasing toys ...

Toddles investigates Christmas tree excitedly

10 Tricks To Protect Your Christmas Tree From Your Toddler

Steph Bazzle

It’s November, so it’s time for parents to start panicking about how their toddlers will handle having a Christmas tree ...

Couple holding piggy bank

15 Most Expensive States For Raising Kids

Steph Bazzle

Raising a child seems to cost more every year. Daycare expenses, medical care, housing, and food keep going up, and ...

Two young girls compare their smartwatches

Is A Smartwatch On Your Child’s Christmas List? Consider This Before Making Your Purchase

Steph Bazzle

Remember when our technology purchases—portable gaming systems, headphones, and DVD players—focused on getting the maximum fun and entertainment out of ...

Mom-to-be lists baby names

Baby Name Drama: What Do You Do When Family Hates Your Baby’s Name?

Steph Bazzle

Some couples have baby names picked out before buying the first pregnancy test, and others are still debating at the ...

Dr. Chelsey explains how to regulate your yelling.

How Do I Stop Yelling At My Kids So Much? This Parenting Coach Has Answers

Steph Bazzle

Pretty much every parent out there has their bad days when they feel like they’ve really messed up and failed ...

Image compilation of babies crying with text overlays explaining that this is their reaction to hearing moo sounds

Please Skip The Parenting Trend Of Mooing At Your Baby To Make Them Cry

Steph Bazzle

What parent hasn’t frantically Googled at 3 am, searching for ways to make their baby stop crying? Now, parents on ...

Entitlement? This Mom’s “Parenting Hack” Was So Enraging She Deleted The Post

Steph Bazzle

We’re all looking for ways to save money and keep our kids entertained, but the internet has come together to ...

Girl is frustrated at table with notebook and crayon while mom talks in background

How Do You Help A Child Who Is A Perfectionist? An Occupational Therapist’s Advice Flips Everything Upside Down

Steph Bazzle

Kids can be really hypercritical of themselves, particularly at a stage of development when we adults are amazed at everything ...

boy excitedly looks into decorated Christmas shop window

How To Survive ‘Christmas Creep’ With Small Children

Steph Bazzle

I haven’t even bought my preschooler’s Halloween costume yet and they’re already being shuffled down the shelves to make room ...

Kids trick or treat on Halloween night.

Prepping For Toddler Halloween: Top Tips For A Sweet Holiday

Steph Bazzle

Halloween is just three little weeks away, and everyone is so excited! It’s time for spooky fun and sweet treats! ...

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