You don’t need a script for every situation. But having a few in your back pocket builds your confidence and your child’s brain.

Will your toddler still throw things? Probably.
Will you feel calmer and more in control? Definitely.

And when you’re staring down another toy tornado and need help figuring out what to say?

As a sleep coach, you might expect me to say the most important thing for your baby’s sleep is a routine, or the right wake windows, or sticking to a sleep plan like your life depends on it.

Wondering if time-outs help or harm your child? Discover when they work, when they don't, and how to use discipline strategies that build connection.

Ah, boredom. That dreaded, whiny wail of "I’m boooooored!" is enough to make any parent consider moving to a Wi-Fi-less cabin in the woods. Alone. With no children. Ever.

Many parents believe a happy child means everything is going right—but that’s not always true. Learn why emotional resilience matters more than constant happiness.

Traveling with young kids can feel overwhelming—but with the right tools and prep, it can be fun and memorable (in a good way!). Whether you’re flying, road-tripping, or staying somewhere new, here are tried-and-true travel tips broken down by age group—from newborns to preschoolers. Plus, I’ve included product suggestions that make traveling smoother for everyone

Redfin asked parenting coaches, child safety experts, and pediatric professionals for their renter friendly, best baby-proofing advice—covering everything from anchoring furniture and securing outlets to creating safe spaces for emotional development and independent play. Here’s what they had to say.

Let’s be honest—parenting is hard. Like, “why is there Play-Doh in my shoe and why won’t my toddler sleep past 5am?” hard.

Add in the pressure to do it all right, and it can feel overwhelming. You probably don’t have time for another parenting book, and Zoom workshops? Not exactly your idea of a relaxing night.

That’s where Pot Luck Parenting comes in.

It’s a parenting support session, disguised as a low-key hangout. You bring the friends. I bring the expertise. Together, we turn chaos into calm—with snacks.

Can my toddler do chores?

Let’s be honest. Toddlers aren’t exactly known for their helpfulness. More often, they’re known for pulling all the Tupperware out of the drawer, finger painting with yogurt, and screaming because their banana broke in half. But here’s the plot twist you didn’t see coming: your little chaos machine is actually the perfect candidate for household chores.

In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere—phones, tablets, TVs, and laptops are often just a touch away. For many parents, screens become part of everyday parenting, from video calls with grandparents to baby-friendly shows during mealtimes.

But what does the research say about screen time for children under the age of 2?

Ah, the joys of modern parenting! You brought home a baby, not a covert government experiment. But somewhere between the smart crib that rocks your infant to sleep and the pacifier that reports temperature, you now have a nursery that looks like NASA’s command center. And at the heart of it all? The Nanit. The baby monitor that knows more about your child than you do… and possibly more than it should.

The Evolution of Parenting: From “Go Play Outside” to “Let’s Talk About Your Feelings (While You Pee on Me)”

It’s a fun read for anyone raising littles in today’s world. Let me know which era you relate to most!

I’ve been working with parents for years and over those years, the age that you should test out the higher allergen foods has changed. More recently, it has come back around to adding in the allergens early, where as for a while, it was not to add in higher allergies such as tree nuts, until the age of 2.

First things first, toddlers are prone to having overwhelming feelings that result in a big release that ‘we’ call a tantrum. How a tantrum is handled can also result in how long it will last, how many more will follow and allow you to feel more empowered in the moment, instead of overwhelmed too.

So many parents have confessed to me that they CAN NOT imagine how they will cope adding another baby to the family. Having just one baby can be very overwhelming, so the thought of adding to the madness is enough to send you into a tizzy.

I used to think that self-care meant spending an entire day lounging around the spa and fancy nights out on the town with girlfriends. Don't get me wrong; days like that are still amazing! But, these days they're few and far between.

Postpartum depression is a type of depression that a woman can develop after giving birth.

With my second child, had a bout of postpartum depression that was trigger by my environment: lack of support.

You've heard it many times, probably all day long, your little darling saying "NO" to you, over and over and over again. Although this can be very frustrating for you as a parent, this its actually a good thing.

Overchoice or choice overload is a cognitive process in which people have a difficult time making a decision when faced with many options.