Title:How to Raise a Low Media Child (Without Going Insane): A Guide for Modern Pet-Loving Parents Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Screen Time Dilemma We’ve all been there five minutes of quiet and suddenly your child is hypnotized by a screen while your dog is chewing through the mail. Welcome to modern parenting. In … Read more
Becoming a new parent is a magical mix of love, joy, sleepless nights, and endless questions. One of the most common questions is: “How do I actually play with a newborn?” They seem so tiny and delicate—are they even ready for play? The answer is a resounding yes! Play during the first three months of … Read more
Bringing a newborn into the world is an experience filled with joy, love, and let’s be honest a fair amount of anxiety. There are countless choices to make, and if you’re not careful, family, friends, or even strangers may swoop in with unsolicited advice and decisions on your behalf. To help you stay in control … Read more
Bringing home a newborn is magical but let’s be honest, it’s also exhausting. Between midnight feedings, healing your own body, and learning your baby’s cues, the last thing any new parent needs is a crowd of visitors overstaying their welcome. While well-meaning friends and relatives want to “meet the baby,” that doesn’t mean they get … Read more
Introduction As parents, it’s natural to want the absolute best for your baby. Every smile, giggle, and milestone feels precious. But in the midst of this beautiful chaos, it’s easy to forget that babies are constantly absorbing the world around them even before they can walk or talk. Research confirms that babies are exceptionally observant. … Read more
Introduction Every parent wants the best for their child, but sometimes our actions, words, or habits unintentionally affect our children negatively. Bad parenting doesn’t necessarily mean abuse or neglect, it can manifest in subtle, everyday behaviors that shape a child’s emotional well-being, confidence, and future relationships. This post explores 16 signs of bad parenting and … Read more
Introduction One minute your baby is content, the next they’re holding on to you for dear life. If you’re raising a clingy baby, you’re not alone. This is a completely normal phase in many infants’ development, but it can sometimes be exhausting and overwhelming for parents. In this post, we’ll explore why babies become clingy, … Read more
Welcome to GentleRaising your trusted parenting hub where love meets wisdom. Have you ever wondered if your child’s birth month could shape their future? Well, ancient wisdom, modern research, and even psychology suggest there might be more to it than coincidence. Let’s explore how your little one’s birth month could influence their personality, health, academic … Read more
Introduction Welcoming a new baby is one of life’s greatest joys but it can also be one of the most challenging transitions for couples. As a new mom, your world shifts overnight. Hormones surge, sleep vanishes, and responsibilities multiply. Amidst the adorable coos and tiny socks, you might notice something unsettling: you’re fighting with your … Read more
Parenting is an incredible, challenging, and rewarding journey one filled with joy, frustration, lessons, and unconditional love. No one enters parenthood perfectly equipped with all the answers, and much of what we learn comes from experience. However, in the heat of daily chaos, stress, and well-intentioned discipline, certain parenting decisions made today can boomerang back … Read more