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11 Tips for Teaching Kindness to Kids

Teaching kindness is essential for your child's social and emotional skills. Learn why it's important and how to teach kindness to kids.

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There’s No Such Thing as Giving Too Much Love to Your Child

There is no such thing as giving too much love to your child. Here is why and how to form a secure bond with your children.

Validating Your Son’s Emotions Will Not Make Him a Wimp

Your son has a wide range of emotions that deserve to be understood and validated. Here is how can validate your son's emotions.

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7 Little Things Parents Do That Mean the World to Their Kids

In parenting, sometimes it's the simple things that matter most. Here are 7 little things parents do that mean the world to their kids.

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15 Ways to Engage and Play with Your Baby

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