Winter 2023 Issue

The Winter 2023 issue of Modern Parenthood Journal is your cozy companion through the most sentimental—and often stressful—time of year. Packed with heartwarming ideas, grounded parenting tips, and inspiration for meaningful memories, this issue is all about redefining the holidays in a way that feels good for your family. Whether you’re starting new traditions or simply craving more ease, this issue delivers comfort, clarity, and connection.

Our cover story, “Creating Lasting Holiday Traditions,” invites you to reflect on the kind of memories you want to create. From handmade rituals to connection-based activities, we explore how even the smallest gestures—lighting a candle, sharing a story, making a favorite dish—can become the most cherished traditions. It’s not about doing more; it’s about doing what matters.

Looking for unique gift ideas that won’t end up forgotten in a drawer? Our Holiday Gift Guide features creative, thoughtful presents for every age and stage—from newborns and toddlers to tweens and tired parents. We’ve included small-shop spotlights, experience-based gifts, and DIY inspiration to help you stay grounded in meaning—not materialism.

And if travel is part of your holiday plan, you’ll want to read “Stress-Free Holiday Travel with Kids,” a feature full of sanity-saving strategies for road trips and airport adventures alike. We cover everything from packing tips and snack hacks to calming techniques that actually work (yes, even mid-tantrum).

You’ll also find seasonal recipes, reflective journal prompts, and gentle reminders that joy doesn’t come from doing it all—it comes from choosing what matters most. Whether you’re bundled up at home or adventuring afar, let this issue help you find presence and peace in the heart of winter.

*This content is archived from our previous platform. We plan to revisit and refresh select articles in future issues of Modern Parenthood Journal.