raising children

What can today's parents learn from the 1990s? Discover why giving children more freedom and allowing boredom may support their emotional development.

Discover five practical parenting strategies to help children develop confidence, overcome mistakes, become more independent, and build a strong sense of self-worth

Journalist and emotional counselor Efrat Barzel shares how Rabbanit Batsheva Kanievsky transformed her life, the challenges of embracing Torah observance, and the power of faith, compassion, and family unity

Want to raise more resilient kids? Learn why allowing children to struggle with manageable challenges can help them handle frustration.

Discover 8 common parenting mistakes you may be making without realizing it, and learn how to better understand your child's emotions and needs.

Make school mornings less stressful with six simple evening habits, from preparing lunches and backpacks to helping kids take responsibility for their routines.

How can you raise children who pray because they want to, not just because you reminded them? A parenting expert explains how inner motivation develops.

Yehuda and Maayan Steiman are raising two sons with special needs. They share the challenges, unexpected joy, and gratitude that shape their extraordinary family life.

One child needs new clothes or shoes, while their siblings don’t. Should you buy something for everyone? A parent educator explains why equal doesn’t always mean fair.

Caught your child in a lie? Before getting angry, consider what may be behind it and learn how to encourage honesty without removing responsibility.

For years, Leah tried to hide her daughter’s epilepsy. Now she shares why she stopped, what she wishes teachers understood, and what other parents should know.

Your child says they’re bored, but you may not need to fix it. Psychologists explain how unstructured time can support creativity, independence, and emotional development.

Bedtime has turned into hours of requests, negotiations, and frustration. One parenting expert explains why all that attention may be keeping the cycle going.

Before you pick up that sock or clear your child’s plate, consider what they could learn by doing it themselves. Here’s why household chores matter.

Your child may not say, “I need you.” Instead, their behavior may say it for them. Here are five signs worth paying attention to.

How can you set firm boundaries without making your child feel rejected? A timeless teaching from Chazal offers parents a powerful approach.

A childhood wish that seemed small left an impression that lasted a lifetime. This moving story reveals how deeply children can experience the simplest gestures.