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As working moms, we carry a lot, emails to answer, groceries to pick up, bedtime battles to fight, deadlines, dishes, and sometimes, just trying to find two matching socks. In the middle of all this chaos, it’s easy to forget that our children are always watching. Not just what we say, but what […]

If you’re expecting a little one or already navigating the whirlwind of newborn life, a well-organized baby changing station can be a total game-changer. Diaper duty isn’t exactly the most glamorous part of parenting, but with a solid setup, it can be faster, cleaner, and maybe even a little […]

One of the most important duties we have as a parent is to teach our kids how to be responsible adults. This is where the practice of daily chores for kids comes into play. So why are household chores important for kids? The earlier our kids learn skills that can help them grow into well-rounded […]

How to Plan Your Child’s Summer Schedule Efficiently… and Playfully By Karen Thurm Safran, author of Parenting—Let’s Make a Game of It   While children look forward to the summer, we parents have a nagging thought in the forefront of our brain… Yeeks! What am I going to do with my kids […]

Being a child is great. Everything revolves around play, and play is a form of learning.  I’m a huge fan of all the baby development toys available these days, and browsing the baby toy aisle is quite enjoyable. I love seeing how educational and interactive many toys are, with buttons, colors, […]

Every child picks up habits as they grow, and while some are harmless, others can interfere with their development and daily life. Addressing these habits early is essential for nurturing their social, emotional, and cognitive skills. Here, we’re taking a closer look at a few habits your kids […]

Wildfire season may increase your stress, especially considering what happened in late 2024. Future extreme weather events will require even more preparation, but Southern California moms are getting ahead of the curve with cooling centers and other strategies. Here’s a guide for parenting […]

Choosing the right car seat for your baby is one of the most important safety decisions you’ll make as a parent. With so many options, features, and regulations, learning how to choose the right car seat can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re a new parent. But don’t worry, we’re here […]

Moving into a house can feel like an organized mess, boxes everywhere, tape stuck in your hair, and a never-ending to-do list getting longer each hour. If you have children, it could be tempting to hide them away and do it faster, but what if you instead included them? Children love to feel like […]

Is your little one starting kindergarten? While you’re working on your kindergarten readiness skills, it is also important to get our sweet child mentally prepared for the changes that kindergarten brings. Here are some great books to read together about the first days of school (to keep those […]

Breastfeeding is a beautiful experience, but many mothers experience roadblocks in their journeys. A common one is mastitis. If you’re dealing with mastitis, you might be wondering if it’s okay to keep breastfeeding. The short answer is yes, but there’s more to the story. Let’s break it […]

As a working mom, you likely have many things to juggle on a day-to-day basis. The reality for working moms and working parents is that life is inherently busy, and scraping time together for rest and rejuvenation isn’t always feasible. That’s before you take into account the mom guilt you’re […]