Understanding incontinence care: How to choose the support that’s right for you
Seniors seeking incontinence care have multiple options. Here, experts highlight considerations for each and how to get the help you...
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Skilled nursing facility vs. nursing home care: Which one is right for you?
What is a skilled nursing facility, and how does it compare to a nursing home? Experts answer this and more.
What is memory care, and is it right for your loved one?
Senior memory care offers tailored support for dementia patients. Here's what to know, including the cost of memory care, amenities...
19 Black History Month quotes to inspire kids all year long
Empower and educate kids with these Black History Month quotes that celebrate identity, culture and the power of coming together.
What is a self-care plan? How moms can take meaningful action to prioritize well-being
Busy moms need more than a break; they need a self-care action plan. Here's how to make space for your...
Positive affirmations for kids to celebrate and boost self-identity
Positive affirmations for kids can help boost self-esteem and affirm kids' identities. Here's how to get the most out of...
Accepting my children’s neurodivergence has been the key to understanding my own
Seeking support to help my neurodivergent kids thrive changed the way I think about motherhood — and myself.
Is my child neurodivergent? What experts say parents need to know
What does it mean to have a neurodivergent child, and how can parents provide the best support? Experts answer these...
Juneteenth for kids: How to explain and celebrate this important holiday
Explaining Juneteenth for kids doesn’t have to be difficult. These activities and ideas for celebrating can help make the learning...
5 activities to do with seniors that will lift their spirits — and yours
Here are several suggestions for impactful activities that will benefit you and the older adults in your life.
How my son’s gifted and talented test helped me face and heal an old shame
Although it’s almost been 20 years, I can still visualize the day I walked into my elementary school cafeteria for...
What anti-racist child care looks like, why it’s important and how to find it
You may not know how to identify early childhood education that incorporates the culture of anti-racism or where to find...
What are continuing care retirement communities?
What is a CCRC? Experts explain the cost and benefits of continuing care communities and how to decide if they're...
What older loved ones can teach us about tough times — and how to have a meaningful conversation
Learn how to make the most of conversations with seniors during tough times in hopes of learning from — and...
10 sharing activities for toddlers and preschoolers
Discover expert-backed ideas to teach sharing for kids during toddlerhood and preschool — and why these skills are essential.
5 potty training methods — and how to choose the right one, according to experts
Learn about the most popular potty training techniques and how to choose the right one, plus expert tips on how...
Why do kids hate school? Expert tips to find the cause and help them cope
Why do kids not like school? The reasons may seem mysterious, but experts say it's never too late to find...
5 things I wish I’d known before caring for my grandmother with Alzheimer’s
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's is incredibly difficult. Here, one caregiver reflects on the things she wish she...
Positive reinforcement examples to encourage healthy behavior in kids
What is positive reinforcement, and what are examples of positive reinforcement in action? Experts answer these questions and more.