Lack of affordable child care is costing our state’s economy billions of dollars a year
Moms are especially at risk, Portland pediatrician says
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Insights from a Singaporean mom on 'kangaroo parenting' and the smartest kids in the world
South Seattle mom Reanne Gamet finds family balance tricky as her Instagram following climbs
North Bend Mom Pamela Savagaonkar on raising kind, independent children
How Phinney Ridge dad Andrew Wilcox uses gadgets to make the most of offline family time
Queen Anne mom Moffett Burgess on how “lighthouse parenting” frees her and empowers her kids
Pediatric OT Suzie Driscoll on raising her daughter differently than how she grew up in Korea
Stress-free ideas for memorable celebrations from a relieved mom
5 creative ideas for thawing the “Freeze”
How to make parenting a bit more equitable
Don’t be sleepless this spring
John Gottman, Ph.D., shares his expert advice
A family makes a global move in search of a better life
Choreograph your BTS routines to be in step with these expert tips
How one local company is changing the local child-care landscape
A local mom shares her experience
Four Seattle-area destinations to get away from it all
Simple habits to make you feel slightly healthier, happier and less stressed
One mom’s journey to nirvana
Take a little time for yourself and pursue a new hobby or interest
Reclaim joy and fulfillment with this small but mighty word
And what can we do to change that?
10 expert tips to stop the frenzy
Pack an internationally inspired brown bag
How to let go of expectations and rediscover what’s really important in life
Summer scheduling solutions for divorced or separated families
A local mom on how the last year has clarified what’s important
How to practice kindness, compassion and patience as we return to ‘normal’
Easy ways to lighten up your daily routine
Simple relaxation techniques that only take a few minutes
Cozy slippers, happy lamps, diffusers and more
Where to leave the kids when you need to get some work done
"I don’t think I realized how stressful the constant 'going' was on all of us"
Highlights from the first month at home
One mom tries to find little things to be grateful for
Organizations offering essential assistance to families
Creative ways to increase fun, generosity and connection during the coronavirus crisis
Don't let a bad morning ruin your whole day
Division of workload still has a gender imbalance
Where to get fit while your kids get to play
ParentMap's January 2020 Editor's Note
Wine o’clock is a problem — not a solution — for Mom
Meet Amy Nelson, Founder and CEO of The Riveter
How to survive when your partner is out of town
4 expert tips for managing parental separation anxiety
Habit tracking can give your family an edge
Sorry, Rachel Hollis
Dishes and relationship stress
It's not just brain benefits; one dad on another important reason music rocks
Turning your side hustle into something more
Local Northeastern University campus offers flexible programs and options for new parents
Planning a return to work? Don't make this No. 1 mistake
Here's how to apply for this new grant
These local companies are looking out for parents
There has to be a better way
A Seattle mom on the true cost of the government shutdown
In defense of a hot-mess household
A mother's plea to relax this season
Three single moms on how they parent their kids
Why looking at your phone when the kids are around actually matters
“Time to Parent” by Julie Morgenstern helps parents manage their time better
It's okay to punch the bully?
The answer is...
3 tips for raising kids who understand what they're seeing
Author KJ Dell’Antonia shares the recipe for easier parenting
Staying at home counts as work experience
It was one of two big events during Labor Day Weekend 2018
6 ways to make date night actually happen
These shortcuts make for an almost homemade dinner
A researcher at the University of Washington on swing shifts and parenting
This year's winners and finalists
5 questions with a local doctor
The Washington State initiative looking to change the conversation
Advice: Date your spouse
On the list: Be kind to yourself
Meet Sarah Scherzer
Draft up a family tech contract before summer break begins
5 questions with Heidi Durham
The mother of all comics strikes again in her latest Netflix special
4 questions with illustrator and SAHM Betsy Zou
5 questions with researcher, mother and author Hana Schank
A mom reassesses what she's getting from social media
These are good ideas even when it isn’t Mother’s Day
Parents, you'll like these too
Fly on, Tammie Jo Schults
A Q&A with the authors of 'Say No to Placenta Pics'
"There’s just too much else to do."
Utah close to signing bill into law
The Seattle author takes the stage on April 15
Things get even more confusing when you add kids to the mix
Here's how
Married financial planners offer their advice
Don’t get screwed figuring out finances
Keep your sanity — and financial stability
Having it all isn't the same for every woman
One mom reflects on the mental toll of her ideal life
'Don’t people who are financially struggling still deserve to make food choices for themselves?'
How one mom shifted away from being #blessed to finding balance
Why it's worth it to pause (if only for a moment)
Sleepaway camp might be even better when you do it together
We can't just talk the talk
Professional chefs, restaurateurs and parents share their secrets
Join us for a lecture with John Gottman, Ph.D.
What it's like to work at a parenting magazine as a non-parent
Modern moms are criticized for choices that don't feel like choices at all
3 less-than-obvious prenatal self-care tips
Parents are working more and making less time for fun to keep up with education costs
Do the questions ever end?
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Find out what else is sweet about this news
Essential ideas for crunch-time discipline
Women’s Business Incubator offers working parents options in Green Lake
Why more fathers are staying home and what that means for families
"Pranks are my family's way of showing love"
Seattle parents share their work-from-home stories
A conversation with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner of MomsRising
This could finally happen
Balancing activism and parenting while keeping your sanity
Meet MomsRising CEO Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner
Four Seattle-area 'hoods that are luring families
Break out of those dinner doldrums with these whole-food dinner recipes
Local organizations mobilize to make paid family and medical leave happen
Paid parental leave remains elusive but these companies offer some help
Whole-food tips and recipes
An author's highly practical guide to harnessing your daily habits for good
Tackle breakfast (or dinner!) with these two whole-food recipes for classic family favorites that kids will inhale
University of Washington educator rolls up her sleeves and helps kids learn
More and more parents are going back to college while raising children.
Here's everything you need to know, from paperwork to mental prep
These 5 books are worth a read, whatever your parenting personality
This state representative talks politics, family and making it all work
8 tips for making it through a remodel with your family
This election season, we take a look at where the presidential candidate stands on college tuition, parental leave and education initiatives
The editor behind the beloved 'Larry Gets Lost' series and vibrant cookbooks that help us feed our families talks about work, passion and mothering
Will Washington workers be next in the push for parental leave?
Helping kids balance online lives with empathy matters more than ever
Our annual issue of champions for Washington families
Brother and sister duo share their love of theater with Seattle-area families
Moore helps Seattle-area families connect with and learn about animals and insects from all over the world
Being a member of the sandwich generation, taking care of aging parents and children, changes you
A response to the Huffington Post blog by Amy Westervelt, by a woman who made it through the trenches of career and young kids
Building community with Families of Color
This election season, the 'Feel the Bern' for Sanders' campaign focus of income inequality, women's and LGBT rights, tuition-free college and more
A mother reflects on a big moment for her dyslexic daughter
Paid leave, child care and more are on this mom's mind
"Our goal is to improve our world for families who struggle daily"
Inspired ideas for conquering chaos
On teaching, singing, a new CD and balancing a creative career with motherhood
The holidays are a time for family, cheerful shows and reflecting on what matters most
From thinking ahead to enlisting the whole family, here are 5 tips to help you become more organized
An OB/GYN mom's inside take on making some births and missing others
This election season we take a look at where the presidential candidate stands on college tuition, parental leave and education initiatives
What the father of a son with autism learned about himself
The answer to when to start giving your child allowance, and whether or not it should be linked to chores
Meet the Seattle Reign defender who juggles a soccer ball and a toddler daughter
One mom and scientist gives a resounding 'Yes!'
The reality of combining a fantasy travel career with family life
Reading and dinner routines, family meetings and more to supercharge learning and family bonding this summer
A call center called Child Care Resources provides the critical link between parents and information regarding childcare facilities and programs
Millennial workers' push for flexible jobs could help parents and working moms
How to pick a high-quality program for kids
What happens when professionals want to become mothers?
What 4 fascinating new parenting books have to say about how we are raising our children
Tips for on-ramping into the work force after a parenting break staying home with kids
A reminder to all parents to let go of not-good-enough guilt and accept our own imperfections
"When my kid is grown up, art will still be there."
'Girlhero' artist Kelso balances creative life, parenting
Helping kids tap their creativity and learn valuable life skills
One mother shares why employers should give parents like her a chance
When it comes to the work-family juggle and parental and sick leave, American parents are playing a different ball game than our European counterparts
These after-school options fill a critical gap in the day for families with the most need
Get fit, save money and stay on budget with these free apps for iPhone, Android and tablets
New research shows all child-care and programming is not equal: It turns out, quality matters. Our 9-month series explores the effort to analyze the quality of youth care and uncovers organizations do
Why family connection and engagement matters in after-school care
A look at why building relationships matters in after-school programs
Culturally authentic and relevant programs foster true connections and better outcomes for kids
What happens to kids after school matters, even more than we think
What happens when you drop it all and move abroad?
Whether you are pregnant now or have a small child, you'll need to think ahead about family-friendly home features
How to cure dawdling, tiredness, anxiety and more morning showstoppers
Ways to encourage and support your rising star
Does gender influence how you raise a child?
Is sleep the new sex?
Mom with new baby
