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Even as a pre-teen, this parenting expert knew what she’d do when she had children. And now she shares her knowledge with many others Words: Virginia Winder  Photos: Jane Dove Juneau Carla Moore knows precisely what a 12-year-old version of herself would say about being a good parent. She has it in writing — her own. Nearly 40 years on, the Taranaki woman hasn’t strayed far from the dos and don’ts of that 15-point list written as a child and has a chuckle over No.8: “Dress trendy as to not embarrass my children.” “Obviously written at a time when I...

After Donald Trump sabotaged the 2022 midterm elections for Republicans by endorsing unelectable extremists, a comforting narrative took root among GOP elites. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis would offer a return to “normal” politics, continuing Trump’s aggressive, unapologetic defense of traditional American culture and values but without all that pesky authoritarianism. He would continue to wrap himself in an American flag, but he wouldn’t invite people to dinner who preferred wearing the Nazi one.Many on the political left drew the opposite conclusion. DeSantis was the real threat, a smarter, more disciplined version of Trump. Whereas Trump believed in anyone or anything...

It’s been just three short months since baby has arrived earthside, and you’re hopefully finding your groove in your new life together. By now, you’re both officially out of the fourth trimester, feeding is becoming more streamlined, sleep is getting more consistent (fingers crossed!) and your little one is a bit more awake and alert to the world around them, which can make outings more fun (and more manageable). Many babies who experienced colic are now coming out of it, too. There’s still lots of eating, sleeping and pooping happening, of course, but plenty of growing and changing occurring in...

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Given the chance, every parent would likely go back and do at least a few things differently with their kids. The reason is simple: Mistakes are a big part of parenting and, as you grow, it’s natural to reflect on the things you could’ve said or done more often. Yelled less, for instance. Or take more of an interest in their hobbies. Or teach them to better understand their emotions. We recently asked a group of dads to reflect on what they wish they did more with their kids when they were little. The thoughtful answers we received speak to...