Raising Kids
The Discipline Method That Actually Works, According to Child Psychologists
Discipline works best when it teaches—not when it frightens. Here is a calmer, more useful way through the hard moments.
By Mara Bell · 8 min read
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Why Your Toddler’s Tantrums Aren’t a Parenting Failure
What looks like defiance is often a small nervous system doing exactly what small nervous systems do.
By Mara Bell · 7 min read
Raising Kids
Screen Time Guilt Is Real — Here’s How Much Is Actually Fine
A more honest way to think about screens: look at the whole day, the child in front of you, and what the screen is doing.
By Theo Grant · 8 min read
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Raising Siblings Who Actually Like Each Other
Closeness cannot be commanded. It can, however, be given very good conditions in which to grow.
By Mara Bell · 7 min read