Working parent

In his series 'Swedish Dads,' photographer Johan Bävman makes the case that parental leave benefits men, too.

There are workers all over the country who feel that their time off is too restrictive, whether it’s because of a formal company policy or because of an internal culture that makes it difficult to take time off the time granted through formal policies. Here's how we alleviate time-off backlash.

Teachers, involve parents, in a positive manner, at the very beginning of the school year. If difficult conversations come up, you've already built positive rapport with them. I call each one of my students' families before school even starts.I introduce myself.Invite them to back-to-school...

Raising children can sometimes be exhausting and frustrating. Remembering to speak positively with your children will not only help your child to choose more positive behaviors, but can also create a more positive home environment for all. When stating expectations for your child, always phrase...

[By L.R.Knost, author of Two Thousand Kisses a Day: Gentle Parenting Through the Ages and Stages; Whispers Through Time: Communication Through the Ages and Stages of Childhood; The Gentle Parent: Positive, Practical, Effective Discipline; and Jesus, the Gentle Parent: Gentle Christian Parenting available on Amazon and through other major retailers.] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ With economies struggling all over the world,

Discover tips & advice on better parenting, relationships, adoption, pets, money, work, family dynamics & more from the editors of Parents magazine.

You can't punish your child into good behavior. But the right consequences motivate your child to good behavior and put you back in control. Here's how.

Five Ways to Fight Overwhelm #parenting #momlife #busymom

Stay at home moms work a job that is all-consuming and often thankless. Motherhood is work that is important and noticed even when it's not expressed.