By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 5 minutes

Loose Parts Play is the Real Brain Booster That Fancy Toys Pretend to Be

Learn the value of loose parts play when you just let your kids go and figure it out on their own. All they need in a few parts to get...
By Katy Anderson

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We Need to Redefine Self-Care for Moms

By redefining self-care for moms, we give them an actual break. Plus, it encourages kids to step up and do more on their own.
By Katy Anderson

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When Should Kids Be Allowed to Stay Home Alone?

How old does a child have to be to stay home alone? Each month, thousands of people google this type of question. Of course, there's no easy answer. The question...
By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 4 minutes

Stop Asking “Where Were the Parents?” When Something Goes Wrong

Just because a kid gets hurt doesn't mean their parents were neglectful. Let's stop asking, "Where were the parents?" as a way to blame others.
By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 4 minutes

Why It’s Important to Resist the Urge to Baby the Baby of the Family

With the baby of the family, how much does birth order come into play? Take a look at what this mom learned after she realized she was babying her youngest.
By Katy Anderson

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How to Encourage Your Kids to Create Strong Sibling Relationships at Any Age

Our family (like others throughout the world) has been spending a lot of time together for the last several weeks. At first, it felt relatively normal—like a long holiday. After...
By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 5 minutes

Once I Started Letting My Kids Figure Out Their Own Schedules, I Finally Got Some Relief

During this time of social distancing, it is not difficult to find loads of articles offering advice on a schedule for kids or how to keep children entertained at home....
By Katy Anderson

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Going Outside Will Keep Us Happier During This Time of Social Distancing

Social distancing is important right now, but it can leave many with feelings of anxiety and depression. One way to help is by going outside.
By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 4 minutes

I Tried to Get My Boys to Stop Roughhousing, but That Was a Mistake

When this mom couldn't get her boys to stop roughhousing and wrestling, she decided to change her approach. All she needed was a few ground rules.