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How to Show Love to Your Kids When Angry

It’s normal to feel angry sometimes. Here are simple, loving ways to connect with your child even in tough moments.

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A young child in a white shirt looks through a microscope. Around them are various models of planets and a rocket, indicating a space-themed setting. The background is blurred, focusing attention on the child and the objects in the foreground, showcasing some of the best STEM toys for budding scientists.

19 STEAM Toys for Your Curious, Creative Child

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Best Toys for 5-Year-Olds

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The Best First-Grade Books, According to Educators

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A man and a young child sit on a gray couch reading a book. The man, wearing a denim shirt, smiles and points at the pages of one of their favorite kindergarten books, while the child, in a pink shirt, laughs and rests her hand on his arm. A bookshelf and a plant are in the background.

20 Kindergarten Books Kids Will Love for Learning and Fun

 School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)
A young girl with curly hair is lying on a bed with a geometric patterned comforter, wearing headphones and a pink long-sleeved shirt. Her eyes are closed, and she appears to be relaxed, enjoying one of her favorite quiet time activities.

20 Quiet Activities for Kids When They Stop Napping

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Best Subscription Boxes For Kids

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A woman dressed in black holds a toy next to a young child with blonde hair. They are looking at a colorful board with visual supports on the wall in a bright room, featuring a wooden ladder shelf and large windows in the background.

10 Visual Supports To Help Your Child Learn at Home

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Games for Kids That Help With Development

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A children's educational toy set is displayed against a pink background with star patterns. The set, perfect for literacy development, includes a wooden alphabet fishing game on the left and a variety of colorful plastic alphabet magnets spilling out of a jar on the right.

Best Toys to Support Literacy Development

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A baby wearing a yellow outfit lies on a soft surface, holding and examining a colorful sensory toy with rings and shapes. A fish-shaped toy with blue and orange sections is visible in the background. The baby appears focused on the sensory toy for toddlers.

Sensory Toys for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids: A Therapist’s Top Picks

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A young child with blonde hair is sitting on the floor, using a tablet device. Dressed in casual clothing, the child seems engrossed in one of the best reading apps for kids. The setting appears to be a softly lit bedroom with a bed in the background.

Best Reading Apps for Kids

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An adult and a child are lying on the floor inside a cozy room, leaning on a yellow blanket and looking at a tablet together. The adult is wearing a gray sweater, and the child is wearing a pink top with hair styled in multiple ponytails as they explore popular bedtime stories.

Most Popular Bedtime Stories To Read to Your Kids

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An elderly woman with gray hair and glasses sits on a chair holding a book about gratitude for kids, while a young girl with long brown hair and a blue dress sits on her lap, covering her nose and mouth with her right hand. They appear to be reading together.

20 Books About Gratitude for Kids

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Two young girls sit on a white couch by a window, each holding diverse dolls. Both are wearing matching beige dresses and have curly hair. One girl smiles at the camera, while the other looks down at her doll. Patterned curtains provide a charming backdrop.

Diversity in the Playroom: Our Favorite Diverse Toys

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30 Classic Books to Read Aloud to Your Child

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A young child with curly hair, wearing a yellow sweater, is playing with multicolored magnetic tiles on a carpeted floor. The child is focused on assembling the educational toys, forming various shapes and structures. A bed is partially visible in the background.

Best Educational Toys for Infants, Toddlers, and Young Children

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A man and a young child holding hands and walking outdoors on a paved surface. The child, who is sporting a colorful striped backpack filled with back to school must-haves, walks beside the man dressed in casual clothing. The area has trees and greenery in the background.

Top Picks for Back-to-School Must-Haves

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A young girl wearing a backpack hugs a smiling woman with long blonde hair in a cozy living room. The room, designed to help stay organized, features a grey couch with colorful cushions, a wooden coffee table with art supplies, and various decorative items.

How Parents Can Stay Organized in the New School Year

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Best Books for Teaching Children About Diversity

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A woman kisses a smiling child on the cheek. They are seated at a table in a festive restaurant with holiday decorations, including garlands and lights, in the background. The table has papers and a candy wrapper on it, adding to the warm atmosphere often found with kids at restaurants during celebrations.

15 Toys To Keep Kids Busy at Restaurants

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40+ of the Best Children’s Books by Age

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An adult and four children walk on a paved pathway, all holding hands. The children, with backpacks in tow, are dressed in casual clothing. This heartwarming scene takes place outdoors during daylight, capturing the essence of the back-to-school season.

The Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist for Moms

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A young child with curly hair and glasses smiles, showing a gap where a tooth is missing—clearly thrilled with the successful implementation of one of those imaginative tooth fairy ideas. The child is holding a one-dollar bill in both hands, set against a plain and neutral background.

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Mother arguing with son about misbehavior in living room. Ep 194
School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)

Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Supporting Emotional Growth in Our Children and Ourselves

Angry child and tantrum discipline conflict for attitude problem in home with stressed mother. Young girl frustrated, unhappy and moody at disappointed adult punishment for negative behaviour. Ep 186
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Strong-Willed or Something More? Understanding Your Child Beneath the Behavior

An adult and a child practice yoga together indoors, both in a downward dog pose with one leg raised. The room is decorated with plants, wall art, and a green sofa. Ep 177
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Yoga for Kids: Simple Ways to Teach Mindfulness & Emotional Resilience

A man, woman, and child sit closely huddled on a blue couch, empathy evident in their warm embrace. The man wears a gray t-shirt, the woman a striped shirt, while the child sits on her lap in a white shirt with dark pants. Ep 171
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How to Talk to Your Children About Empathy

A baby in a blue bib sits in a high chair, looking displeased as an adult hand offers a spoonful of baby food. A bowl of food and a bottle are visible on the table in the background. Ep 170
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Nourishing Challenges: Understanding Pediatric Feeding Disorders

A baby in a pastel pink onesie stands crying in a white crib, gripping the top rail with both hands. The room has soft lighting and a neutral wall in the background. The babys expression shows distress. Ep 169
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Sleep Tips for LiveWires: Highly Sensitive & Intense Kids

A young girl with curly hair sits in a high chair, wearing a bib with strawberry patterns. The child is holding a piece of broccoli in one hand and a carrot in the other, appearing to eat the carrot. A plate with more food is in front of them. Ep 167
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Conquering Picky Eating: Expert Tips to Expand Your Child’s Palate

A young child is placing a coin into one of three labeled glass jars. The jars are labeled Savings, Toys, and Education, and each contains coins. Additional coins are scattered on the wooden table around the jars. Ep 156
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Raising Money-Smart Kids: Financial Literacy Tips for Parents

A woman wearing glasses and a gray sweater sits closely with her daughter, a young girl in a pink sweater on a red couch. The woman is hugging the girl and both appear to be in a solemn moment. Ep 155
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The Great Sleepover Debate: To Allow Sleepovers or Not?

A woman and a child sit on an unmade bed with beige blankets and a wooden headboard. The woman has her arms around the child and they are both smiling. Sunlight streams through a window with sheer curtains on the left. Ep 142
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Teaching Kids the Power of Kindness

A child wearing over-ear headphones is sitting at a wooden desk, facing a computer screen. One hand is on a computer mouse, and the desk has various items including a lamp, globe, and stationery. The room is bright with natural light from a window. Ep 140
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Keeping Our Kids Safe Online with Tim Estes

A black and white photo captures a woman gently kissing the forehead of a baby she is holding close. The baby, possibly a disabled child, rests his head against the woman's cheek, creating a tender and affectionate parenting moment. The background is blurred. Ep 138
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Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child

A woman smiles while watching two children, demonstrating their emotional intelligence, wash dishes in a kitchen. The children, a boy and a girl, are focused on cleaning a mug and a plate in a sink filled with soapy water. The kitchen counter has various items, including a coffee machine. Ep 135
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Raising Good Humans: Teaching Life Skills & Emotional Intelligence to Our Kids with Dr. Jenny Woo

A person wearing headphones is smiling at the camera while holding a microphone. The person has long brown hair and is dressed in a white long-sleeved shirt. In the bright, airy room behind them, where mindfulness activities for kids are often practiced, there is a plant enhancing the serene ambiance. Ep 116
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Mindfulness Activities for Kids for Back to School

Dr. Shefali, with long brown hair, is sitting at a table, smiling. She is wearing a maroon blazer, a black top, and a necklace with a heart-shaped pendant. The background appears to be a well-lit indoor space with a light-colored wall and blurred elements. Ep 109
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Creating the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship With Dr. Shefali

A person with long, wavy hair, wearing gray medical scrubs with a stethoscope around their neck, stands in front of a fountain with arms crossed. Surrounded by lush greenery and enjoying the summer warmth, they exude an aura of dedication to health and wellness. Ep 108
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Common Summer Health Issues and How to Treat Them

A loving child with braided hair is smiling and holding her hands in the shape of a heart over her face. She is wearing a white sleeveless top with a folded piece of paper peeking out from the strap. The background is blurred. Ep 101
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How to Raise a Respectful, Loving Child

A woman with long hair kneels in front of a young boy seated on a couch. They are holding hands and looking into each other's eyes, engaged in tough conversations. The background features a window with a light curtain partially drawn aside. Ep 96
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How to Have Tough Conversations & Prepare Your Child for the Real World

A woman is sitting on a couch next to a young girl with curly hair. The girl looks upset and has her hands clasped in her lap. The woman has her hand gently placed on the girl's shoulder, possibly offering comfort and compassionately discipline. They are indoors with a window in the background. Ep 92
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How to Effectively and Compassionately Discipline Our Children

A young girl with closed eyes smiles in front of a chalkboard. Chalk drawings of a spaceship, planet, stars, and city skyline are behind her, with a chalk-drawn spacesuit outlined around her, giving the illusion she is wearing it. This scene could easily be featured on an episode of the Empower Our Girls podcast. Ep 82
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Tips to Empower Our Girls Through Courage, Confidence, and Self-Love

A child, dealing with childhood constipation, sits on a toilet with their pants around their ankles. They wear a long-sleeve top, and the bathroom has a trash bin to the left and white tiled walls. The image only captures the child from the chest down. Ep 69
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Potty Training, Bedwetting, and Childhood Constipation: What This Doctor Wants Parents to Know

A man in a swimming pool holds up a smiling child who has inflatable arm floaties on, demonstrating excellent water safety. The child stands at the pool's edge, wearing a yellow swimsuit, while the man supports them from the water. The pool's clear blue water is visible in the background. Ep 60
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Water Safety With Kids: What Parents Need to Know

A young boy sits on a carpeted staircase with his face buried in his hands. Wearing a striped long-sleeve shirt, jeans, and mismatched socks, he appears distressed or upset. The staircase and walls are painted white, creating a serene backdrop as efforts to help kids manage stress become essential. Ep 49
School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)

How to Help Our Kids Manage Stress

A baby is sleeping in a gray car seat, secured with safety harnesses. An adult's hands are visible, carefully adjusting the harness to avoid common car seat mistakes and ensure the baby is properly strapped in. The scene is indoors and well-lit. Ep 41
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The Most Common Mistakes Parents Make with Their Kids’ Car Seats

A baby wearing a brown outfit and a white headband with a bow is lying on a wooden floor. The baby is looking up and smiling, surrounded by toys in the blurred background, subtly hinting at the different ways children learn through play. Ep 34
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