TikTok Before we actually welcome our little ones into our lives, a lot of us have very lofty ideas about how we’re going to raise them. No screens until they’re 18! No high-fructose corn syrup ever! Wooden toys only! French lessons at 3! Truly, no one is a better parent than someone who doesn’t have...
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My Husband's ADHD Makes Me The Default Parent, & It Doesn't Feel Fair
StudioKreativa/Getty Images My husband and I have been together for over a decade, and married for more than half of that. While no marriage is perfect, he is about as supportive and loving a partner as one could have. Whether it’s pursuing a job, dealing with pregnancy, or helping parent our daughter, I couldn’t ask...
An Early Childhood Therapist Cautions Parents Against YouTube Kids
Instagram / @earlyemotions Screens are not great — duh. We’re well aware at this point that the time we spend scrolling and accepting blue light into our eyeballs is not the best for us, or our kids. But, an entirely screen-free life feels kind of impossible to imagine in this day and age (although, hats...
Mom Gives A Casual Masterclass On Empathy During Morning Routine
TikTok As parents, we’re in a unique position to guide our children through just about everything. One of the most important aspects of life we can help them understand is their emotional world. It’s a privilege, but it’s not always easy. Some parents, however, make it look really easy — like TikTok creator Carmen Veal...