Parenting comes with the best intentions, but sometimes the things you do to help your kids can actually make life tougher ...

Ever catch yourself doing something for your kids just to keep the peace or make life easier? Many parents have been there, and sometimes these habits can unintentionally send the wrong message about ...

What if kids are life's cheat codes? When I finished work this past Wednesday, I was anxious to get outside. The week has been uncharacteristically warm and sunny — a teaser, no doubt, before the next ...

"Wow, she’s a natural at soccer.” "He's like a math prodigy!” “Did you see how well she plays the violin? And she’s only five.” Growing up, I was in awe of kids and adults who displayed raw talent in ...

I often ask my kids to help around the house. Feed our dog. Put clean dishes in cabinets and drawers. Sweep up crumbs after dinner. We are a Montessori family, so a lot of this stuff falls under ...