My husband’s brush with the law is a chance to teach our kids about rehabilitation
One day, my eldest daughter came home from kindergarten and, bouncing up and down with excitement, said to…
We’re teaching kids skills that will be outdated in 10 years—how I’m raising kids AI can’t replace
Everyone talks about AI and soft skills, yet companies still hire for elite degrees, and schools still teach…
How parents shape kids’ fruit and vegetable habits
From what’s on the plate to how it’s served, this new research reveals how everyday parenting choices can…
You were born with a playlist already in your soul: Why science says musicality is hardwired
Music, community and joy drive real change In a small village in Pwani, a district on Tanzania’s coast,…
Man Excited to Be New Dad—Then He Looks at His Smartwatch: ‘Strap In’
A man who was excited to be a new dad saw one of the most common hardships experienced…
5 Signs You Were Raised by Narcissist Parents, According to Psychologists
It’s one thing to grow up with strict parents—or even emotionally immature ones who made you the de…
Helping Parents May Protect Children From Obesity
In recent years, rates of childhood obesity have been rising, with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimating…
I used to love my therapist. Then she sent me a deranged email about my daughter.
This is part of Breakup Week. We just can’t do this anymore. I first saw my therapist, we’ll…
What If My Baby Inherits My Medical Condition?
oh, baby A series exploring how we made the choice — and whether we regret it. Photo-Illustration: The…
How Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes’ daughters are already following in famous parents’ footsteps
Ryan Gosling is already seeing the starry Hollywood lights for his daughters with Eva Mendes…at least, behind the…
One parenting trend is to blame for picky eating. I have a fix.
The following essay is excerpted from Picky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History by Helen…
The four stages of the mental load explained
If you’re responsible for the mental load in your home and feel that burden isn’t understood, supported or…