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Mom Of Autistic Son Thanks Man For His Kindness During Her Son's Meltdown

In the midst of a meltdown, five-year-old Rudy and his mother Natalie Fernando were met with kindness from a stranger. The man's shocking actions helped regulate her child. Fernando shares: When you see a parent and child struggling, offer compassion...

May 24 21

Fifth Grader Creates Kindness Closet For Fellow Students In Need

Ten-year-old Andi Musser created a Kindness Closet, a place students from families with limited incomes or those simply in need...

Apr 21 21

8-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Breaks Girl Scout Cookie Record Selling 32,484 Boxes

8-yeayr-old Lilly Bumpus broke the national record for most Girl Scout boxes sold in one season with 32,484 boxes, including 5,000 donation boxes that will go to fellow childhood cancer warriors in the hospitals, to help feed the homeless, and ...

Apr 15 21

Sesame Street Speaks Up Against Racism

Sesame Street leads the pack on educating children about inclusion, social issues, and kindness, and now, with their newest special, “The Power of We,” they will teach children how to stand up against racism.

Oct 12 20 | 3 - 32 min read

St. Louis Mom’s Alternative To Timeouts Turns Into Multi-Million Dollar Business

Parenting during a pandemic has its challenges, but there’s something that can help those with younger children thanks to a St. Louis mom.

Sep 14 20

School After COVID: What Parents Are Saying

Last March, school districts across the country closed due to COVID, and more than 55 million children were sent home to finish their school year.

Jun 19 20 | 3 - 32 min read

Raising Awake Children in the Age of Black Lives Matter

Our country is standing at a pivoting point. #BlackLivesMatter is the anthem and our nation is singing in the face of injustice. For all lives to matter, black lives must matter.

Jun 4 20

National Nurses Day: Celebrating A Work Of Heart

National Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 6th, providing an opportunity to thank nurses for the contributions they offer daily to serve the health and well-being of others, and to educate the public about the important role nurses play ...

May 5 20

15 Ways To Make This Mother’s Day A Day To Remember

With families staying home due to social distancing, we created a list of 15 unique ways to bring connection to this year's Mother's Day.

May 1 20

Social Distancing Impact on Children

We share parents' top concerns and frustrations about their children’s behaviors during this time of staying home, and tools for navigating regression and other stress responses.

Apr 27 20

Homeless Families In The Age Of The Coronavirus

Read about how the coronavirus is affecting the homeless population and what we can do to help.

Apr 22 20 | 3 - 32 min read

How to Handle Sibling Rivalry During Quarantine

In a time of social distancing, tension can elevate between siblings. These 7 tips can help to tame sibling rivalry during quarantine.

Apr 9 20

To the Single Mamas and Papas During the Coronavirus

Parenthood is hard, especially during these unique times of social distancing, quarantine, forced homeschooling, wiping down our groceries, etc. To our single parent friends, we see you, we celebrate you, and we have g...

Apr 5 20 | 3 - 32 min read

Helping Traumatized Children Learn – Trauma-Informed Schools Act of 2019

The Trauma-Informed Schools Act of 2019 helps to define trauma-informed practices within schools with goals to decrease school-to-prison pipeline and create a safe learning environment.

Jan 7 20

School to Prison Pipeline: New Bill to Diminish Willful Defiance Suspensions

With efforts to keep children in school and out of the school-to-prison pipeline, teachers and administrators within California school districts will no longer be able to suspend elementary and middle school students for wil...

Dec 15 19 | 3 - 32 min read

6 Meaningful Christmas Gifts

Rather than storing unwanted toys in the closet, this year give the children on your list meaningful memories instead. Here are six connection-based gift ideas for ages two and up that we love for the holidays...

Nov 19 19

Two Men and a Tantruming Toddler

Kids can break into full-on tantrums at the drop of a hat, and nearly every parent has been where actor Justin Baldoni found himself on Father's Day. How can we release fear of judgement and be with our tantruming toddler during their time of need?

Oct 30 19 | 3 - 32 min read

Philly Voice: Mindfulness Card Games: Nurturing Compassion and Peace in Our Families

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Amateur Parenting: How a Card Game Transformed My Family in a Matter of Minutes

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