Raise with Care:

A Parenting Blog

Thanksgiving season is finally here. As we reflect on how strange and relentless the year has been, we can’t help but think of gratitude a little differently these days. Specifically, how do we cultivate a sense of gratitude in younger kids, and how do we renew it for kids who feel like they missed out […]

Warning: disoriented days ahead. Just when you thought your sleepless nights were behind you, along comes the dreaded November time change to disrupt baby’s routine (the one you worked so hard to achieve!). If you already have an early riser on your hands, the thought of waking up at 4am might be more than you […]

August is a significant month in the breastfeeding community. Not only is it officially Breastfeeding Awareness Month, but the first seven days are embraced by more than 120 countries as an annual celebration known as World Breastfeeding Week. For new moms, few topics spark more questions, conversations, confusion and angst than infant nutrition and feeding. […]

Nothing channels childhood memories faster than a carefree summer afternoon. With travel and camps off the table this year, the summer of 2020 feels especially poignant as we find ourselves yearning for the nostalgic comfort of summers past. From simple pleasures like outdoor water play to creating a staycation in the yard, read on for […]

When you have little kids at home, it’s always a good idea to spend as much time outside as possible. But no matter where you live, the weather isn’t always conducive to comfortably being outdoors. Whether it’s pouring rain, blizzard-like conditions, or just too hot to bear, it’s important to have some indoor activities for […]

One of the best ways for kids to get creative and have fun at home is by doing kids arts and crafts projects. Many parents think they need to stock up on a ton of crafts and re-create an art store environment in their home – which would make anyone hesitant to encourage their kids […]