Helping Families One Text at a Time

By Child’s Age

Temper tantrums are a normal (not-so-fun) part of life with a toddler. Try to prevent tantrums before they happen. Here are some tips!

By Location

The Bronx Children’s Museum is hosting ArtSpot in Mill Pond Park on Sat, Sept 28 from 11AM-4PM. Come for art and science activities!

By Needs & Interests

COOK: Back to school season means busy mornings. This quick & yummy yogurt parfait can be made the night before!

Because Kids Don’t Come with Instructions

Poster
▶

Join Our Village Our sign-up form takes less than 30 seconds to complete.

We only ask for your due date or child’s birth date, zip code and language preference. That way, you’ll get messages timed to the exact age of child and information about events and resources near you. Join Now Get free tips Our messages are free for families. They include:

  • Conversation starters
  • Bonding activities
  • Games to boost brain development
  • Challenging topics like picky eating and sleep
  • Encouragement
  • And much more
 Join Now Share Raising a child takes a village! Invite all those who love your child to join us too–partners, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends. The more the merrier! Share our website with them or tell them to simply text BRIGHT to 274 448.

Sign Up

Lantern shares tips and info just for you: based on your child’s age and where you live.

Bright Moments

“I look forward to your texts and the information is relevant to my child and issues we deal with.”
“My biggest takeaways are the educational tips that I get for my kids so that they can be successful daily.”
“It has helped me become a better mother to my children.”
“Lantern is a great service that grows with your family.”

Anthony Long

Parent, Denver CO

Danielle Marshall

Parent, Denver CO

Soriyai Murphy

Parent, Baltimore MD

Precious Brown

Parent, Brooklyn NY