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Are Chinese Mothers Superior? Nope. Balance is Key!

Guest blogger, Dr. David Walsh responds to the emerging debate surrounding Amy Chua’s new book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother…

Separation Anxiety: How Are You and Your Child Coping?

I remember very well when both of my kids entered the separation anxiety stage. One clung to me like a life raft. The other screamed any time I got near.

10 Tips for Surviving Cold and Flu Season

It’s that time of year. It’s cold and flu season. In the first two years of life, most young children get eight to ten colds a year—and even more if the child attends child care.

With Parenting, There’s Always Something!

What has surprised you lately about parenting?
The other evening, my son said, “I need a cape for social studies tomorrow!”

Ten Tangible Tips for Connecting With Kids

By: Dr. Peter Benson

Parenting is a rewarding challenge, but discovering opportunities and making time to build relationships with young people in our communities can be challenging as well.

Why All Parents Need Mentors

By: Jolene Roehlkepartain

Every parent needs mentors. Each one of us needs wise, helpful parents as we journey through parenthood. We’ll be more successful if we have other parents who mentor and support us.

How I Discovered Mentoring

Will You Ring in—or Drink in—the New Year?

5 Essential Skills for Resilient Kids

As much as we try to protect our kids from the harsh realities of life, hard stuff happens anyway. Do you know what it takes to be resilient?

Sharing the Joy of Reading

Reading aloud together is a great way to spend time with your kids. Study after study reveals that the more kids read for pleasure, the more likely they are to spend more time doing homework, reading at higher reading levels, and getting higher grades.