We're in the midst of a parenting climate that feeds on "more": more expert advice, more gear, more fear about competition and safety, and more choices to make about education, nutrition, even entertainment. The result? Overwhelmed, confused parents and overscheduled, over-parented kids. In Minimalist Parenting, Christine Koh and Asha Dornfest offer a fresh approach to navigating all of this conflicting background noise. They show how to tune into your family's unique values and priorities and confidently identify the activities, stuff, information, and people that truly merit space in your life. The book begins by showing the value of a minimalist approach, backed by the authors' personal experience practicing it. It then leads parents through practical strategies for managing time, de-cluttering the home space, simplifying mealtimes, and streamlining recreation. Filled with parents?È? personal stories, readers will come away with a unique plan for a simpler life!

The road to minimalist parenting -- It's your time : tuning in and prioritizing -- Time management tricks for minimalists -- A new way to think about your stuff -- From clutter to curation : minimalizing your home -- Financing your minimalist life -- Playtime : good, simple fun -- Education in and out of school -- Strategies for simplifying the school year -- Beyond the schoolyard : enrichment and extracurriculars -- Meal planning for real life -- Simplifying and enjoying mealtime -- Celebrations and vacations : less fuss, more fun -- You, minimalist you! -- Afterword : what's next.