On The Lisa Show Melissa Benaroya, founder of Childproof Parenting, shares how we can teach our kids how to regulate conflict and develop empathy.

You need to protect your children, but you also have to ensure they thrive and grow and keep busy. So here are some great ways to achieve this right now, and there are so many factors to keep in mind here.

Believe it or not, a staycation can be a whole lot of fun, it’s just a case of getting the planning right, that’s all.

There are way too many gimmicks and gadgets these days when it comes to parenting. I’m afraid that even though there may be good intentions, makers of these “solutions” don’t see the unintended consequences of what they are trying to promote through their product or service.

When my daughter was 11-year-olds she came home one day in tears because she now had on average one to two hours of homework a night. She has other interests and activities beyond school, so piling on a few hours of “class work” at night felt daunting to her. And I get it! Kids need a break from academics. I understand that schools want to reinforce concepts that are being taught in the classroom. But I feel like I need to take a stance when the amount of homework threatens my child’s love and thirst for learning.

Here are 3 bedtime tips and strategies to invite your children to go to bed the first time you ask.

Why is it so darn hard to feel like you are a great parent and that your responses to your children are not only respectful but also effective?