Parenting

Research: The short activity that helps children with attention disorders focus

A new study found that 20 minutes a day of physical activity helped children with attention disorders concentrate on school tasks. And the best part – the effect lasted even into the next day.

A child who has difficulty concentrating in class
An illustrative image of a supportive mother talking to her child.

In an age of uncertainty, parents matter more than ever - opinion

The social pressure surrounding it is not imaginary

The girl asked to remove hair? An expert explains when it’s allowed to start

In such children, even an open question, even a choice, and even a gentle request — can feel like an unbearably heavy demand

Does your child resist everything? Here’s how to get them to cooperate


65 is the new 40: It’s not about age, it’s about experience - opinion

My computer advised me that I, being a 'third ager,' am at the age to be savored and enjoyed.

The boys warn me to stay off roller coasters with 80-meter drops.

Even good kids can lead a social boycott. Parents — this is on you

More stories of social boycotts are emerging, worrying many parents. When did you last ask your child if someone is left out, check the class WhatsApp group, or talk with them openly?

Do you even know the social dynamics in your daughter’s group chats?

A pediatrician warns: Baby food squeeze pouches hide real risks

Why ready-made fruit purée pouches are not a substitute for real food. Dr. Liat Etshtein, a pediatric medicine specialist, and Yael Ioselevich, a pediatric dietitian, explain.

A child eating a squeeze pouch

How did a second-grade test turn into a battle over children’s future

Hundreds of 7-year-olds will soon take the gifted test, but only a few will get in—leaving many disappointed. Why does this happen, and how can we cope?

Not all of us are young Sheldon, and that’s a good thing

Are you making your children afraid of the world?

In an effort to protect them from any pain and disappointment, we sometimes forget what truly makes children strong – the ability to cope.

What price our children pay for our tendency to overprotect them

Panicking about Roblox? The truth is much deeper and more troubling

The uproar surrounding Roblox exposes an uncomfortable truth about parenting in the digital age: It’s easier for us to blame the screens than to remain present in our children’s worlds.

Parents’ groups are in an uproar

100 stories that help parents understand what their child is really experiencing – free

An Israeli initiative launches a free platform that provides emotional support for children through 100+ interactive stories.

Yana Miril and Eli Cohen, Reflective Book

Your children are growing up with artificial intelligence. These are the 3 things they must know

An open letter to those who are about to grow up into a world of artificial intelligence – and also to their parents.

Many question marks

Parents, take note: How to smoothly transition your baby from liquids to solids

Everything you need to know about moving from liquid to solid foods, with practical tips, modern baby-led eating approaches, and tech tools to ease the first year.

Closest to mommy

The first year challenge: The complete guide to feeding in the baby’s first year

From the first milk to the family meal: Everything parents need to know about the development of healthy eating and the tools that will help along the way.

Research shows that feeding habits in the first year affect not only the baby’s immediate health but also their future development