Elementary Years

Boostagrammer Luke Bateman shares his feelings on why more boys should read.
read more books!!!
By Katie Garrity

Only 12% Of Gen Z Boys Are Reading Regularly — Here's Why That Stat Is So Alarming

And here’s what to do to encourage your boys to read.

A new poll shows just how much parents are not letting their kids be independent.
yikes!

A New Poll Shows Just How How Much We're Sheltering Our Kids & It's Really Bad

For example, 71% of 8 to 12-year-olds have never used a sharp knife.

no skips, literally

This Dad Has An Easy Way To Help Kids Become More Adaptable & Patient

It's as easy as putting the songs on shuffle.

Parenting

Did You Know Dads Can Accidentally Promote People-Pleasing Behavior In Their Kids?

Here's how it happens and how to stop it.

Mother and daughter bonding and having fun at home,getting ready for school,putting luncbox in the b...
questions are not connections!

This Mom's Back-To-School Reminder Will Actually Help Your Kid Open Up About Their Day

We know it's hard, but don't ask a million questions!

stop crying and start acting

A Mom Cried Over Her Son's Bare Classroom. A Teacher Responded.

"There's no like fun rug on the ground for him..."

read more books!!!
By Katie Garrity

Only 12% Of Gen Z Boys Are Reading Regularly — Here's Why That Stat Is So Alarming

And here’s what to do to encourage your boys to read.

yikes!
By Sarah Aswell

A New Poll Shows Just How How Much We're Sheltering Our Kids & It's Really Bad

For example, 71% of 8 to 12-year-olds have never used a sharp knife.

no skips, literally
By Katie Garrity

This Dad Has An Easy Way To Help Kids Become More Adaptable & Patient

It's as easy as putting the songs on shuffle.

Parenting
By Katie Garrity

Did You Know Dads Can Accidentally Promote People-Pleasing Behavior In Their Kids?

Here's how it happens and how to stop it.

questions are not connections!
By Katie Garrity

This Mom's Back-To-School Reminder Will Actually Help Your Kid Open Up About Their Day

We know it's hard, but don't ask a million questions!

stop crying and start acting
By Sarah Aswell

A Mom Cried Over Her Son's Bare Classroom. A Teacher Responded.

"There's no like fun rug on the ground for him..."

we need to talk
By Sarah Aswell

What Should I Do When My Kid Uses "Autistic" As An Insult?

You need to have a talk. Here's what to say.

check yes or no
By Sarah Aswell

Ask Scary Mommy: How Much Control Should Kids Have Over Their Birthday Invite List?

I want to invite my friend's son. My kid doesn't want to.

Eight's Not Great 🫤
By Megan LaCreta

Here's Why Many Children Start Therapy At Age 8

Is there a hardest age to parent? A therapist says 8-year-olds experience a developmental shift that creates new challenges.

Do Not Disturb
By Megan LaCreta

What Is 'Technoference?' How Parents' Screen Use Impacts Their Kids

While kids' screen time gets a lot of attention, it turns out that how parents use technology has a major effect on young children's development.

The Parenting Advice You’ll Actually Use (Maybe)
Honest tips, hilarious fails, and solidarity for moms who are doing their best—and definitely winging it.
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