expert-backed parenting resources for every stage
Created by: Two moms, a parent coach and an early childhood development expert
Focus: Parents of toddlers and preschoolers ages 1 to 6
Purpose: Make toddler parenting less overwhelming and provide simple tools for big emotions
Approach: Practical, step-by-step scripts and real-life examples
Parent support offered: Instagram tips, online courses, workshops
Best for: Parents needing quick, concrete strategies for daily challenges
Website: https://biglittlefeelings.com/
Follow: @biglittlefeelings
Created by: Dr. Becky Kennedy, clinical psychologist
Focus: Parents of children of all ages, from toddlers through teens
Purpose: Help parents understand behaviour through an emotional and psychological lens
Approach: Rooted in child psychology, focuses on long-term resilience
Parent support offered: Books, podcasts, membership platform, online workshops
Best for: Parents seeking deeper insight into emotions and long-term guidance
Website: https://biglittlefeelings.com/
Follow: @drbeckyatgoodinside
Created by: Dr. Lisa Damour, clinical psychologist and author
Focus: Parents of tweens and teens
Purpose: Help parents navigate adolescent development, stress, and emotional well-being
Approach: Research-based, blends psychology with practical strategies
Parent support offered: Books, Substack newsletter, podcast, media appearances
Best for: Parents of teens needing support around stress, resilience, and modern challenges
Website: https://drlisadamour.com/
Created by: Dr. Dan Siegel, psychiatrist and author
Focus: Parents, educators, and clinicians working with children from infancy through teens
Purpose: Teach whole-brain parenting to foster emotional regulation, resilience, and secure attachment
Approach: Simplifies neuroscience and attachment theory for practical use
Parent support offered: Books including The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline, talks, resources for parents and professionals
Best for: Parents wanting brain-based strategies and connection-focused parenting
Website: https://drdansiegel.com/
Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
Created by: Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, parenting educators
Focus: Parents of children of all ages
Purpose: Help parents communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and build empathy
Approach: Practical, script-based strategies for talking with kids
Parent support offered: Books including How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Siblings Without Rivalry, workshops
Best for: Parents seeking concrete communication tools and conflict-resolution strategies
Website: https://howtotalkworkshops.com/
Ross W. Greene / Collaborative and Proactive Solutions
Created by: Dr. Ross W. Greene, clinical psychologist and author
Focus: Parents of children with behavioural challenges from toddlers through teens
Purpose: Help children with challenging behaviours thrive by addressing the reasons behind behaviours
Approach: Collaborative problem-solving, skill-building, proactive strategies
Parent support offered: Books including The Explosive Child, courses, workshops, and CPS (Collaborative & Proactive Solutions)training
Best for: Parents dealing with defiance, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, or other behavioural challenges
Website: https://livesinthebalance.org/
These resources offer a range of support for parents at all stages, helping to build confidence, emotional insight, and practical parenting strategies.