Effective Date: June 24, 2025
Welcome to HeartFirstParenting, a blog dedicated to sharing personal parenting experiences, reflections, and ideas to support caregivers in building heart-centered connections with their children. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.
1. Who We Are
HeartFirstParenting is operated by Gulden, a parent and writer based in Turkey. The content shared here is based on lived experience, personal research, and ongoing learning as a mother and caregiver. This platform does not represent professional medical, psychological, or legal expertise.
We aim to foster connection, empathy, and mutual support among parents through honest storytelling and personal insight.
2. Use of the Website
You may access and engage with this website for personal, non-commercial purposes. By using the site, you agree not to:
Copy, republish, or distribute any content without explicit written permission
Attempt to hack, disrupt, or misuse any feature of the site
Use the content as a substitute for professional advice
3. Personal Nature of Content (Non-Advisory Statement)
The information presented on this site reflects personal experiences and perspectives, not professional advice. While we hope these insights resonate and help you reflect on your own parenting journey, they are not intended to replace medical, developmental, psychological, or legal consultation.
Always consult qualified professionals when making decisions that affect your or your child’s health, safety, or well-being.
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5. Affiliate Links & Advertising
Some blog posts may contain affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of these links, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help support the operation of the site.
We only promote products or services we find genuinely useful or relevant
HeartFirstParenting is not liable for the quality, pricing, or terms of third-party services or platforms
Sponsored content or advertisements will always be disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines and EU consumer protection laws.
6. Intellectual Property
All content, unless otherwise noted, is the property of HeartFirstParenting. This includes but is not limited to:
Blog posts
Photographs
Graphics
Website design and structure
You may quote short portions with attribution, but full articles, images, or any republished content require prior written consent.
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See our Privacy Policy for more details on how data is collected and used in compliance with GDPR and US privacy standards (e.g., CCPA).
8. Liability Disclaimer
HeartFirstParenting and its creator will not be held responsible for:
Any loss, harm, or decisions made based on content presented on this site
Outcomes related to third-party services, linked content, or product recommendations
Technical issues, delays, or interruptions in access
Use of this site and its content is at your own discretion and risk.
9. Children’s Privacy
HeartFirstParenting is intended for adult caregivers. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 16. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Service periodically. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the site after updates signifies your agreement to the revised terms.
11. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, or would like to request permission to use content, please contact:
📧 Email: contact [at] heartfirstparenting.com