Raising children is hard work. It's deeply trying, physically and emotionally. Many studies have confirmed the drudgery of parenting, finding that the work itself is more tiring than chores or paid work.
Raising children is hard work. It's deeply trying, physically and emotionally. Many studies have confirmed the drudgery of parenting, finding that the work itself is more tiring than chores or paid work. |
As excited as I was for Cavanaugh to get out of school for summer, I was also a little worried that we could spend months inside hiding out from Texas, USA, heat and mosquitoes while playing LEGOs and Minecraft. We needed a to-do list of fun. |
When choosing an approach to dealing with a child's misbehavior, it is important to pay attention to what feels right to you. Here are some popular child-rearing approaches. |
"It’s amazing how far our understanding of children has come in the last two decades since 1994, when Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker cofounded Attachment Parenting International (API). |
In celebration of Attachment Parenting International's 20th Anniversary, we are pleased to present two series of interviews with API Leaders. |
I hear, from time to time, that Attachment Parenting is not the only way to form a secure attachment with your child. |
(05/09/14) NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As families across the state prepare to celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, a reminder for mothers to not judge themselves so harshly. |
I gave birth on a February afternoon by repeat caesarean. A pink, squalling bundle was handed to me, and I gazed lovingly into eyes that seemed to recognize me. |
"Few of these wonderful words described Lisa and Melissa’s relationship. With both mother and baby experiencing daily doses of frustration and resentment, the danger of an insecure attachment was looming large.... read more |
"Honoring the rights of children is a human rights movement whose time has come. It couldn’t be more needed. |