Erin Heger

We make dozens of decisions every day. As adults, making choices is something we do so often that we hardly even notice it. But it’s a skill that takes time and practice to learn. Parents can help kids develop this skill by showing them how to think…

No matter how you choose to feed your baby, you’ll probably want to have bottles on hand. Bottle-feeding your baby happens for many different reasons. For instance, some parents choose a combo feeding method that combines both formula and…

Photo credit: © jamie grill atlas / Stocksy United There are no hard-and-fast rules on when to take away the pacifier. The American Academy of PediatricsOpens a new window (AAP) recommends waiting until your child is at least 12 months old before you…

A few weeks after my third baby was born, I sent out a cry for help in a group chat with my three childfree best friends. The author with two of her three best friends. Courtesy of the author I'm a mom of three and my three best friends don't have…

Before you know it, baby will be on the move (and so will you) The first three months after your baby arrives can feel a little jarring as you adjust to life with your new addition. Newborns can be pretty demanding little creatures at times, and it’s…

It can be hard to keep kids entertained on rainy days, especially when they have lots of energy. Educational toys and games can help kids have fun and support their development at the same time. Puzzles, board games, sensory toys, and magnetic blocks…

In some circumstances, giving children the space and flexibility to solve problems on their own can help them develop confidence and a sense of self-worth. Neglectful — aka uninvolved — parents generally don't provide much structure, set rules for…

This article was medically reviewed by Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD, a nutrition and wellness expert with a private practice based in New York City. Diets can keep kids from getting key nutrients, harm self-esteem, and lead to disordered eating.…

Permissive parents show kids plenty of love and warmth, but they don't set or enforce many rules. This style can foster a strong parent-child bond, but kids may have trouble with self-regulation. Experts advise slowly setting more limits and letting…

While there's no single right way to raise a child or be a good parent, evidence does suggest some parenting styles are better than others. And one particular style — authoritarian parenting — may do more harm than good. Authoritarian parents tend to…

Authoritarian and authoritative parenting may sound similar, but these two styles have very little in common — and they can have vastly different impacts on kids. Authoritative parents work with kids as a team, offering emotional support and teaching…

Empathy helps you understand other people's emotions and why they feel the way they do. You can teach this skill by discussing and validating feelings and showing concern for others. A professional can help if school-age kids don't seem to recognize…

Eating a well-rounded diet is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages. If your child sees you eat broccoli, they are more likely to try it themselves.Kelly Sillaste/Getty Images Pairing vegetables with a fun dip, like hummus…

KiwiCo has the best STEM subscriptions for kids Lots of kids are fascinated by science, technology, engineering, and math (known as STEM), even if they don’t realize it in the classroom. Many children love creating their own science experiments,…

The Britax B-Safe Gen2 FlexFit is a new and improved version of the beloved Britax B-Safe 35 car seat with many of the same features and some additional improvements. Here’s a look at the unique features of the Britax B-Safe Gen2 FlexFit and what to…

Water play is a great way to keep your baby entertained and cool during the hot summer months. But when choosing a kiddie pool, it can be hard to know where to start. Should you get a hard plastic kiddie pool or an inflatable one? Should you get a…

Let's get physical. Having a baby changes nearly everything about your life, including your exercise routine. You might be struggling to feel like yourself in your newly postpartum body or maybe you’re having trouble finding the time to work out now…

This article was reviewed by Sara Siddiqui, MD, who is a clinical assistant professor with the Department of Pediatrics at NYU Langone. To get rid of baby hiccups, try burping them during feeding and slowing down how fast they eat. Baby hiccups often…

Trying to navigate the world of baby products can be overwhelming to say the least. From pacifiers to strollers, there are dozens of options when it comes to products for baby’s first year. It’s enough to make your head spin, but you don’t have to go…

Pump it up, mamas. From a place to express milk that's not a bathroom to how long your break should be, know your rights for pumping at work. Returning to work after maternity leave is a big adjustment for any new mom. And if you’re breastfeeding,…