He clutched the scrolls, his eyes tracing each word, voice rising just enough to form clarity and ...

As spring break rolls around, parents may find themselves facing a mix of excitement and trepidation. While it’s a time for kids to unwind and enjoy a break ...

When mothers cry things change! Welcome to one of the understanding mommy blogs for stressed mothers looking for support. Support for mothers facing ...

Today is summer solstice! A new season is a new place to reflect and I have been thinking a lot about rhythm in the home as a source of strength and a ...

Kids have suffered serious burns from squishy toys leaking their contents.  This happened when a squishy toy was left in a hot car and the child squeezed ...

Barefoot Kids has sparked some really interesting conversations at our house this week. My kids can earn money in three ways: piano practice, ...

In today’s hyper-connected world, screens are everywhere — from smart TVs and tablets to mobile phones and laptops. For parents, managing a child’s ...

By the wonderful Grace Farris. P.S. Shakespeare’s witches and ancient Greek parenting.… Read more The post Shakespearean Parenting appeared ...

I was interviewed for this piece in the Independent yesterday. The UK’s education ‘behaviour Tsar’ Tom Bennett had told the Sunday Times that parents ...

Living / 30 July, 2026 / Ellie Thompson Anyone who’s ever tried to lift a sleeping baby out of the car ...