New moms typically experience feelings of isolation, and COVID has only amplified this. These pandemic activities and coping strategies can help you connect while still staying safe.

7 pandemic activities for isolated new moms looking for support

Under normal circumstances, new moms typically experience feelings of isolation and a huge identity shift, which the pandemic has only amplified. But there are still a few coping strategies you can try.

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Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

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Grateful kids are happier, more compassionate and engaged. These simple projects can help them get in touch with their thankful sides.

7 crafty ways to get your kids to express gratitude

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Parenting

They’re paying attention to everything you do. So what are you and your partner teaching them about healthy relationship habits and happy marriages?

6 healthy relationship habits your kids are learning from you

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Does your preschooler leave his bedroom to crawl into bed with you at night? Here are tips to keep kids in their own beds until morning.

How to get kids to stay in their beds all night

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