Having babies “later” is increasingly common, signaling a trend that is more than likely to continue with clear, measurable benefits for children…and their parents. Read more… Read More
Parents often make excuses for their children’s outrageous behavior, whether it’s a preschooler’s tantrum or a teenager’s sullen refusal to do what has been asked. Here’s what to do when your child attempts to “call the shots.” Read more… Read More
What kind and how much contact between grown children and their parents is emotionally rewarding? Read more… Read More
People are having fewer children, and increasingly more only children. Nonetheless, those contemplating the one-child family ask themselves: Will my child be lonely, spoiled, bossy? No Sibling: Am I cheating my only child? These are legitimate concerns, but as research and adults who grew up as only children tell us, parents need not worry so… Read More
… and expert advice to help turn the tide. Read more… Read More
The unknowing way we fail our children. One of my closest friends frequently talks about wishing she could have a “do-over” as a parent. Her grown children are highly accomplished—two are lawyers, and another is the CEO of a corporation. Despite their achievements, however, my friend is convinced that she made mistakes by monitoring and… Read More
Understand the difference between showing up for and overprotecting your child. Part of growing up is learning how to handle uncomfortable situations and setbacks. This is how children become confident, independent adults. But overly protective parenting can reactively deliver children from challenging circumstances that help them develop and mature. Call it what you will—“helicopter,” always… Read More
Could the right incentive convince you to have a baby, or another baby? Despite changing norms around family planning and parenthood, the stereotype that “two children make a family” remains deeply entrenched, with many families saying it is still their preference. Yet, birth rates in the U.S. and other countries continue to decline, approaching record… Read More