There is at some level a difference between merely telling children to do something as opposed to teaching them why they need to do it. While children do need to learn respect for authority figures and rules, if you rely too much on just obedience, it can leave your kids ill-equipped for situations where you aren’t there or haven’t previously

When Glenis Liz-Decuir and her wife were expecting their third child, they decided together that both of them wanted to share in the experience of nursing the new baby, and began to explore the possibility of co-breastfeeding. Co-breastfeeding required Glenis to induce lactation — a process many doctors aren’t even aware exists — via the Newman-Goldfarb protocol. This required a

When it comes to promoting ease of travel with an infant in tow, it is best to start with the basics. Pack for the journey by including books and toys that will entertain your baby in your carry-on luggage so that they are easily accessible at all times. Once you get there, try to arrive at the gate early so

According to fitness expert and cerified doula Carolina Belmares, there are a variety of reasons why pregnant women might want to use exercise equipments during labor and childbirth. Remaining mobile during labor can be helpful, especially for women who, by design or by accident, give birth at home. Sitting, bouncing, circling with or kneeling forward onto a Swiss ball can

If you are the parent of toddlers, you know it’s challenging to plan fun and appropriate summer activities. The local splash pad is a safe way to cool off and get some time with peers. A water table in the backyard can be a fun way to play and sneak in some science-based concepts like floating and sinking. Play dough

People seem to feel better when they are more like others, than not like others. This feeling lasts for many people beyond high school, but when it comes to parenting, Moms should know that each mom and child experiences different things, and that is what’s normal in being a mom. Moms can feel confused about how to move forward with

While birthing a large baby may be a scary experience, women will find that their larger babies end up performing academically well in comparison to smaller babies. A study that checked in with babies based on birth weight at ages 8, 11, 15, and 26 showed that those who were born at 8.8 pounds or more were more likely to

Being a new parent means making a lot of important decisions for your new baby. Choosing the right car seat is one of them. The three main types of carseats are rear-facing, convertible, and 3-in-1. However, one of the classic flaws of carseats is the instillation of it. Most fire departments offer help with proper instillation. Knowing how the carseat

Roughly three percent of American babies will display some sort of congenital abnormality — meaning a condition present from birth — whether from genetic causes, environmental factors or unknown causes. The risk of congenital abnormalities increases with mothers over 35, exposure to various chemical or pharmaceutical risk factors, use of IVF or related fertility treatments, family history of genetic disorders,

The journey towards peaceful parenting is not always smooth or easy. The first step is to be more aware of your own fight-or-flight reactions towards your kids so you can choose not to act on them. Another critical element is to form a stronger connection with your children. Other parts of the process include teaching your children better ways to