Parenting Issues

By Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

The 'helicopter parent' approach isn't for everyone. This one mom lets her kids engage in controlled, risky play...

By Erica Loop

Having kids before all your friends means your lives are at different stages. How to make mom friends you can relate to.

By Tamyra Hyatt

Nathan Fielder's HBO show The Rehearsal raises hard questions about child actors, single parenting, religious conflict and much more.

By L. Elizabeth Forry

Do you have a bad mother-daughter relationship and always fight? Recognize the signs of toxic moms and daughters and set boundaries.

By Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Why speaking two languages with my kids creates a special cultural connection between our Chinese and English heritages.

By Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Narcissistic mothers or fathers lack empathy and can cause low self-esteem in children. Learn if you may have narcissistic traits.

By Elisa Cinelli

Permissive parenting is a more gentle parenting style than authoritative parenting. Is permissive parenting best for your kids?

By Kristina Cappetta

Is attachment parenting good for kids? The pros and cons of attachment parenting, co-sleeping, and attachment theory for parents and babies.

By Jess Faraday

Dog Moms and Fur Babies: Why Millennials Compare Pets to Kids Meta Desc: Millennials and Gen Z seem to prefer dogs to kids, but what economic and social factors are causing young people to not have kids?

By Erica Loop

If you are nervous about meeting your new baby’s needs or how some types of disabilities could affect your parenting skills, read on for more information on caring for a newborn when you have a disability.

By Candace Nagy

Learn what "gentle parenting" is and the pros and cons of practicing gentle parenting with your kids

By Robin Enan

Our list of the best inspirational parenting quotes will give you positive energy, make you smile and remind you why you started out on the most important journey of life.

By Robin Enan

Whether you're the mom of one baby boy or a whole wolf pack, these boy mom quotes will warm your heart and in some cases make you laugh out loud.

By Elisa Cinelli

Parents of only children face unique challenges during stay-at-home orders. One mom offers her tips and advice on how she keeps her only child social and engaged during quarantine.

By HeHe Stewart

Today, we are seeing more and more parents adopting an authoritative approach to parenting. We breakdown the pros, cons, and different styles of parenting including authoritative parenting.

By Donna Moriarty

Don’t be afraid to say, “I’m sorry.” By expressing remorse and offering to make things right, a parent models the very qualities they hope to instill in their child: empathy, honesty, courage, responsibility.

By Jacqueline Weiss

A new study suggests that a time-intensive, child-centered parenting approach is the right way to raise kids. In this article, we break down the findings of the study, benefits of intensive parenting, and compare it to other parenting approaches.

By Rachel Sokol

Being a parent is all encompassing. It takes every ounce of energy you have, which is why new parents often let their social lives fall to the wayside. But new parenthood can also feel lonely and isolating, so having a sense of community and friendship is more important than ever. Here are our top tips for making parent friends and maintaining a healthy parenthood / social life balance.