Dad Shares His Son’s Funny Comeback When Another Kid Says Boys Can’t Wear Nail Polish

A man named Aaron describes himself in his TikTok bio as a “husband [and] dad of 3 boys.” He’s also a writer and self-proclaimed “Boston sports nut,” yet it’s his emotionally affirming parenting that’s winning him online acclaim. The dad shared his son’s sweet, funny comeback when another kid told him that boys can’t wear…

What Is Parental Attunement — And Why Is It So Essential To Good Parenting?

We all make mistakes. Most of the time, our parenting mistakes are unintentional. We love our kids and strive to do our best. But sometimes, we misinterpret and misunderstand their needs. We might rely on advice from friends, neighbors, and social media, or enlist child-raising approaches learned from our families — but realize that these…

5 Shame-Free Ways To Help Your Video Game-Loving Kid Embrace IRL Friendships, Too

If your child is constantly playing video games with virtual pals, rather than building friendships and making connections with other kids in real life, it can be concerning as a parent. You might even wonder if your child knows how to make friends offline or if they have the social skills to do it, since…