Behavior + Discipline

Tame tantrums and teach empathy
Boy having a tantrum

Behavior + Discipline

How to Handle Their Meltdowns (and Yours)
7 tips for parenting easily distressed kids
By
Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
  May 7, 2018
Little boy banging fist against wall

Behavior + Discipline

Do Time-Outs Hurt Kids?
Parents, here's the latest in how to get positive results
By
Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
  Oct 21, 2016
grumpy girl with mom

Behavior + Discipline

How to Respond When Your Child Says 'No'
In non-negotiable parenting situations, practice these solutions
By
Nicole Schwarz
  May 11, 2018
Curly-haired boy playing on tablet

Behavior + Discipline

13 Games That Teach Empathy
Introduce these apps, games and websites to inspire and teach
By
Common Sense Media
  Sep 23, 2016
Boy picking on brother

Behavior + Discipline

How Do We Teach Boys About Consent?
Seattle therapist and sex educator Jo Langford gives his advice
By
Sarah Anne Lloyd
  Jan 26, 2018
Sad girl sitting with back to camera

Health + Nutrition

Is It Legal to Spank Your Kids?
Yes, but studies show it may not be healthy
By
Erin Danly
  Apr 27, 2016
Boy hugging mother

Behavior + Discipline

The Absolute Best Way to Respond When Your Child Acts Out
When you and your child are frustrated, respond with compassion
By
Nicole Schwarz
  May 5, 2016
sad boy

Health + Nutrition

The Boy Code and Toxic Masculinity
We need to help boys develop a full repertoire of social and emotional skills
By
Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
  Mar 7, 2018

Newest Reads

The Very Hungry Caterpillar show

Arts + Entertainment

Should You See SCT's 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show'?
Beloved storybook characters spring to life on stage
By
JiaYing Grygiel
  Sep 21, 2018
Pete The Cat

Holidays

Family Halloween Costumes Your Kids Will Love
16 Puget Sound families show this holiday’s not just for kids
By
JiaYing Grygiel
  Sep 21, 2018
Covington Community Park new playground

The Great Outdoors

Go Play Now at This Fantastic New Playground
Run, climb, swing, play and make music at expanded community park
By
Tiffany Doerr Guerzon
  Sep 20, 2018
Stressed mom with young daughter

Family Management

Stop Putting Your Child’s Needs Ahead of Your Own
It pays off for everyone
By
Graeme Seabrook
  Sep 20, 2018

Family Atlas

We've mapped your family-friendly resources in the Puget Sound region

MOSAIC Children's Therapy

MOSAIC Children's Therapy

Providing therapeutic services from birth to young adult since 2003. Now with 4 locations.

City University of Seattle

City University of Seattle

Private, Nonprofit University

Seattle

Birth Matters NW

Birth Matters NW

The doulas of Birth Matters NW recognize that this journey from start to finish is a unique and intimate experience.

Different Paths

Different Paths

Behavior Intervention and Family Coaching

Tacoma