Jennifer Geer, Author for Moms Who Think

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Can Postpartum Exercise Really Boost Your Mental Health? Here’s What One Expert Says

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Recovering from childbirth doesn't happen overnight. Being pregnant and giving birth causes many changes in your body, and it can […]

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The Great Sleepover Debate: When Is Your Kid Ready?

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Many parents have fun memories of their own childhood sleepovers. What you may not have realized during the silliness and […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Preparing Your Toddler for Baby Number Two

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Welcoming a new baby is an exciting time. However, it can be a little confusing, and perhaps even scary, for […]

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Is Your Child Ready for Social Media? The Checklist Every Parent Needs

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It seems today's kids start asking for a phone earlier and earlier. Most parents probably didn't get a cell phone […]

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The Truth About Energy Drinks and Teens, According to Experts

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Energy drinks are marketed based on the claims that they provide enhanced performance for sports or concentration. Some parents may […]

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How Board Games Are Secretly Great for Building Kids’ Social Skills

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Children can learn a lot through play. Playing helps kids develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, but it also helps […]

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9 Daily Habits of Happy, Less-Stressed Moms

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Nobody ever said that parenting is easy. When your kids are small, although truly at any age, life can get […]

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5-Minute Crafts That Turn Ordinary Days Into Celebrations

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The holidays may be a popular time for crafting with your kids, but you don't have to wait until then […]

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Is Your Child Struggling With a Transition? Here’s What a Psychologist Recommends

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A change in routine can be a challenge for some children, even when it's a positive one, such as travel […]

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How to Support Your Child’s Social Emotional Learning at Home With Everyday Moments

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You may have heard the term Social Emotional Learning (SEL) used in schools. Many U.S. education systems have embraced the […]

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Mom Guilt: Where It Comes From and How to Let it Go

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Mom guilt — that feeling that you just aren't meeting society's, or your own expectations — isn't a new phenomenon. […]

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Get Your Kids Off the Screens With These 7 Creative Ideas

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The child experts seem to all agree – too much screen time is bad for kids. However, we're far beyond […]

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How to Deal With Toddler Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool, According to a Child Psychologist

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It's not called the “terrible twos” for nothing. As toddlers grow and explore the world around them, their behavior is […]

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This Is the Key to Fostering Creativity in Your Child’s Life Through Play, According to an Early Childhood Education Expert

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Play is so important for a child's development that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) even recommends that pediatricians prescribe […]

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Every New Mom Needs to Know These Risk Factors for Postpartum Depression

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When women are pregnant and planning the birth of their babies, those plans generally don't include how to cope with […]

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Do Your Kids Treat You Like a Doormat? Here’s What an Expert Says About Breaking the Cycle

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If you feel like others constantly walk all over you, you may have a passive personality type. People with passive […]

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I Can’t Stand My Child’s Best Friend. What Do I Do?

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When kids are little, parents have a lot of control over who they spend their time with. Toddlers won't ask […]

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Are Helicopter Parents Too Protective? Here’s What You Need to Know

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Before the 1990s, parents didn't often plan “playdates” for their children. It wasn't that long ago that children playing after […]

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The #1 Sign You May Have Postpartum Depression

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While it's common to experience the blues after having a baby, as many as 15% of women develop postpartum depression […]

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The Fascinating History Behind This Popular Children’s Club

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Girl Scout Week is celebrated in 2025 from March 9-15, and their beloved cookies are on sale between January and […]

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