Modern Parents Guide & Tips | KeaBabies Blog

Getting through cold and flu season with kids can be rough. From school germs, to respiratory infections, to more serious illnesses, it can be difficult to navigate this season and stay healthy. Read on to discover how you can keep your family feeling well even during this stressful time! 

Family Christmas traditions can be something as simple as a store-bought advent calendar, to over-the-top gifts such as unwrapping a new Christmas book every night leading up to the special holiday. Make this season fun for the whole family by trying out some of these popular traditions.

Teaching kids about the meaning behind Thanksgiving can be helpful in fostering a spirit of gratitude in your family. Here's how you can use this fall holiday to talk about the big life lesson of thankfulness.

It is never too early to teach a child patience. Even infants and toddlers can learn to be patient in undesirable circumstances. Practice these strategies for modeling patience for your children as they get older.

When a baby is born, visitors often flock to the family's house to gush over their newest arrival. However, simply holding the baby isn't the best way to support new parents. Read on to find out some specific ways you can help a new mom or dad adjust to life as a parent that don't involve simply holding their newborn.

Mealtimes can be a challenge when you have young kids. Help your child practice the skills necessary to make meals an enriching experience for the whole family. 

Strong-willed children are often labeled "bossy," but what does that really mean? Is bossiness a trait that should be avoided? Learn how to help children through big feelings and develop strong social skills.

Power struggles are common when parenting young kids - but those struggles don't have to destroy your family life. By making a few simple adjustments to the way you act and react during stressful situations, parents can help their kids develop a strong sense of self-esteem and give them an age-appropriate amount of control.

Back-to-school anxiety is common, especially in children starting school for the first time or attending a new school. Help your kids work through first-day jitters by giving them the support and encouragement they need to have a fantastic start to the new school year. 

Many moms feel like they're being pushed to their breaking point, and often explode in "mom rage." Anger and other maternal mental health issues are important to address. If you are struggling with guilt and shame, take a look at how to reframe your life so that you can feel more confident and empowered to take care of your own needs.

One of the most difficult parts of parenting is the sheer level of exhaustion. Follow these tips for tired parents and help yourself have more energy throughout even the toughest days.