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12 life lessons kids know without even trying that adults spend years figuring out

I have been lucky to work with children throughout my life, and they know things adults spend years trying to figure out. I’ve been everything from au pair to mentor, and despite the snot, sweat, and ...
Psychology Today

Parent-Child Music Lessons

Conjoint parent-child music lessons can be a recipe for success. Source: Ketut Subiyanto/Pexels Over the past 20 years, I have noticed that parents who play an instrument themselves often approach ...

I've raised my 3 kids across Switzerland, Australia, and the US — each culture has taught me valuable parenting lessons

After raising my children across different countries (the US, Australia, and Switzerland), I've kept the best parenting strategies and tips that work ...
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Your child's bond with their favorite cartoon characters teaches valuable lessons

If your kids are like mine, they have a few favorite characters from television, books, or even video games, who are still on their minds even when the screens are off and the books are closed. Kids ...
The Conversation

Thinking of quitting your child’s swimming lessons over winter? Read this first

Amy Peden receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council. She maintains an honorary affiliation with Royal Life Saving Society - Australia as a Senior Research Fellow. The ...