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Lazy Parenting: What is it and How it Can Help – Motherly

Lazy parenting does not mean that you are lazy parents. Here’s 5 tips for using lazy parenting methods can be beneficial for you and your child. — Read on http://www.mother.ly/parenting/lazy-parenting/

6 Ways to Relieve Back-To-School Student Stress – Motherly

Find out how to make the transition back to school less stressful with these six tips from a pediatrician. See how this toolkit can help with student stress. — Read on http://www.mother.ly/health-wellness/childrens-health/student-stress-toolkit/

It’s Science: 4 Ways Routines for Kids Make Families Happier – Motherly

Research shows that routines for kids and family rituals can increase happiness in the family as a whole. Here are 4 ways routines boost happiness. — Read on http://www.mother.ly/child/child-learn-play/its-science-having-a-routine-helps-your-family-be-happier/

5 Ways To Raise Happy Kids That Aren’t Gifts – Motherly

One mother shares 5 ways to help parents raise happy kids that don’t include gifts. — Read on http://www.mother.ly/parenting/raising-happy-kids/

Massage throughout childhood – The Green Parent

Massage makes a lovely bedtime ritual throughout childhood and into teenage-hood. Most of us massage our children when they are babies, in awe of their soft baby skin. Baby massage classes abound, and though these can be a great way to meet people and learn new techniques, they are not necessary to enjoying this bondContinue reading “Massage throughout childhood – The Green Parent”

How to Be a Good Mother: 10 Expert Tips to Let Go of Perfectionism – Motherly

Wondering how to be a good mom? Here are 10 helpful tips that show you how to be a good mother—because the perfect mother does not exist. — Read on http://www.mother.ly/parenting/how-to-be-a-good-mother/