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

Stressed mom

Parent Stories

The Day I Walked Out On the Dishes
Sharing the household chores when both parents work can be tricky
By
Jenn Morson
  Jul 20, 2018
Movies at the Marina

Arts + Entertainment

Free Outdoor Summer Movies Around Seattle
Relax with a family film on a gorgeous Northwest summer evening
 Jul 19, 2018
SeaHomeless image

Parent Stories

Tell ParentMap What to Write About Homelessness
As part of #SeaHomeless, we're looking for your ideas on stories to tell
 Jul 19, 2018
Seattle Play Street summer event

Seasonal Fun

Weekender: Top Family Events for Seattle and the Eastside
Your family fun plan for the weekend: July 20–22
By
Nancy Chaney
  Jul 18, 2018

Family Atlas

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

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.

Seattle Children’s Urgent Care

Seattle Children’s Urgent Care

Whether it’s a rash, a tummy ache or a minor accident, kids don’t always get sick during doctors’ office hours.

Seattle

Snip-its Kids Salon and Spa

Snip-its Kids Salon and Spa

Kids. Haircuts. Parties. Fun.

Bellevue

Lynnwood Kids Dentist

Lynnwood Kids Dentist

At Lynnwood Kids Dentist, we provide the highest quality dental care to our patients.

Lynnwood