Parenting can feel overwhelming with so many resources out there and little time to find the best ones. Our Recommend a Resource templates make it easy for your community to share their go-to articles, apps, and tips, helping everyone discover new tools and advice. Foster a supportive environment where every parent benefits from shared wisdom.
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Encouraging members to recommend resources taps into the collective experience of your parenting community. Parents love to share what has worked for them and are eager to hear what others are using, making this content type highly interactive and valuable. Sharing resources not only provides practical solutions but also builds trust and rapport, positioning your community as a reliable support network.
When members explain the usefulness of their recommended resource, it invites personal storytelling and context, which strengthens connections and makes the advice more actionable. This approach transforms passive content consumption into active participation and ongoing knowledge exchange.
What parenting book has helped you most? Share the title and one big takeaway.
💡 Example: "The book 'How to Talk So Kids Will Listen' really changed my approach. It taught me to validate feelings first."
Is there a podcast episode that changed your parenting perspective? Link or describe it below.
💡 Example: "'Janet Lansbury Unruffled' episode 45 helped me stay calmer during tantrums."
Which parenting app do you use daily? How does it make life easier?
💡 Example: "I use Cozi for family schedules. It keeps us organized and on time."
Share a helpful parenting blog or website you recommend and why.
💡 Example: "I love 'Aha Parenting' for its gentle discipline tips."
Have you found a useful parenting checklist or printable? Drop a link and share how you use it.
💡 Example: "This morning routine chart from Pinterest helps my kids stay on task."
Which YouTube parenting channel do you follow? What do you like about it?
💡 Example: "I watch 'Supernanny' for realistic parenting strategies."
What's a parenting product you wish you discovered sooner? Tell us why.
💡 Example: "White noise machine - it finally helped my baby sleep through the night."
Is there a free resource for kids’ activities you keep coming back to? Please share.
💡 Example: "The 'Hands On As We Grow' website has endless crafts for rainy days."
Do you have a go-to parenting Instagram account for quick tips? Tag or mention it here.
💡 Example: "@biglittlefeelings always has actionable advice for toddlers."
Share a parenting newsletter you actually read and why it stands out.
💡 Example: "I love the 'ParentData' newsletter for its science-based tips."
What parenting forum or online group has given you the best advice? Describe your favorite thread.
💡 Example: "Reddit's r/Parenting had a great thread on bedtime struggles that helped me."
Is there a go-to meal planning resource for busy parents you swear by? Share the link or name.
💡 Example: "I use 'Yummly' for quick dinner ideas that my kids actually eat."
What parenting TED Talk inspired you? Share the title and your key takeaway.
💡 Example: "'The Power of Vulnerability' helped me accept imperfection in parenting."
Is there a parenting tip or hack you learned from a resource? Tell us where and how it helped.
💡 Example: "I learned the two-minute warning from a parenting blog, which made transitions easier."
Share a favorite children’s book that teaches a valuable lesson and why you love it.
💡 Example: "'The Invisible String' helps my kids understand separation and connection."
Have you found a parenting resource in another language? Share and tell us its value.
💡 Example: "I use 'Criando Con Amor' for Spanish-language positive parenting tips."
What’s a parenting email course or challenge that made a difference for you? Recommend it here.
💡 Example: "I took the 'Peaceful Parent' 7-day challenge and it gave me new strategies."
Do you follow a parenting expert or coach online? Who and what is their top advice?
💡 Example: "Dr. Becky Kennedy's tip to 'see the good' in my child really shifted my mindset."
What resource helped you talk to kids about big feelings? Share the tool or script.
💡 Example: "The 'Feelings Wheel' printable made it easier for my child to express emotions."
Is there a social media group for parents you find especially supportive? Mention or link it.
💡 Example: "The Positive Parenting Facebook group offers great advice and empathy."
Which sleep training resource worked best for your family? Share and explain what helped.
💡 Example: "The 'Taking Cara Babies' course gave us actionable steps that worked fast."
Have you used a parenting planner or journal? Share your favorite and how it helps you stay organized.
💡 Example: "The 'Parent Planner' from Etsy keeps track of my kids' schedules and milestones."
Is there a resource for screen time management you recommend? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "We use 'OurPact' to set healthy device limits for our kids."
What online parenting course or webinar would you recommend to others? Why did you like it?
💡 Example: "The 'Big Little Feelings' course was practical and easy to follow."
Share a parenting quote or mantra you picked up from a resource and why it resonates.
💡 Example: "'Connection before correction' helps me pause before reacting."
Have you found a sensory play guide or resource? Share the link and your favorite activity.
💡 Example: "The Busy Toddler sensory bin guide is a lifesaver for rainy days."
Is there a family budgeting tool or resource that works for you? Share your tips.
💡 Example: "We use 'YNAB' as a family to track spending and set savings goals."
What resource helped you navigate parenting during tough times? Share your support system.
💡 Example: "The 'Parenting in a Pandemic' guide gave us structure and reassurance."
What resource helps you teach kids about diversity and inclusion? Share your favorite.
💡 Example: "'The Conscious Kid' Instagram account has great book recommendations."
Which resource helped you most with potty training? Please share and say why.
💡 Example: "The 'Oh Crap! Potty Training' book gave me clear steps and troubleshooting."
Do you use a parenting resource for mindfulness or stress reduction? Tell us about it.
💡 Example: "The 'Headspace' app has quick meditations for parents."
Is there a trusted medical or health resource you rely on for parenting? Share the link.
💡 Example: "I use the AAP HealthyChildren.org site for reliable health info."
What resource helped you set boundaries as a parent? Share your insights.
💡 Example: "'Set Boundaries, Find Peace' by Nedra Tawwab gave me practical scripts."
Have you found a resource for positive discipline? Tell us how it’s worked for your family.
💡 Example: "The 'Positive Discipline' book helped us switch from punishment to connection."
Is there a resource that helps you balance work and parenting? Share your best find.
💡 Example: "'Working Momkind' Instagram offers real talk and practical tips."
Do you have a go-to parenting science or research resource? Share your favorite.
💡 Example: "'ParentData' newsletter breaks down the latest studies for parents."
What resource helped you support your child’s learning at home? Share the tool or method.
💡 Example: "'Khan Academy Kids' app is fun and keeps my preschooler learning."
Is there a resource for parenting teens that’s made a difference? Please share.
💡 Example: "'Untangled' by Lisa Damour helped me understand my teenage daughter better."
Share a parenting resource that helped you build routines. How did it help your family?
💡 Example: "The 'Mighty + Bright' visual charts made our mornings smoother."
To use these templates, simply copy and paste your chosen prompt into your community platform. Encourage members to share a link or brief summary of a resource and to explain how it has helped them in their parenting journey. Rotate different template styles to keep engagement fresh, and consider pinning popular resource threads for easy discovery. Remind members to mention how they apply the resource day-to-day to spark deeper discussion.
Since these templates are designed for all platforms, focus on making your prompts concise and easy to engage with. Tag or mention members who have previously shared great resources to kickstart the conversation. Use platform features like pinning, highlighting, or reactions to surface the best recommendations, and summarize key takeaways in a digest post for members who prefer quick reads.
Aim to use these prompts weekly or biweekly to keep engagement consistent and maintain a steady flow of fresh ideas.
Add a follow-up question asking about the impact or results, or model detailed sharing in your own posts.
Yes, these templates are effective for both private and public groups and can be used on any platform.
Monitor threads, remind members to share reputable resources, and remove any recommendations that do not meet community guidelines.
Pin top posts, use platform reactions, or create a summary thread to showcase popular recommendations.
Tag quieter members in prompts, ask specific questions, and create low-pressure opportunities like polls or quick shares.
Absolutely. Tailor the template wording to address your community's specific focus or needs for even better results.