Ruth Beaglehole transformed parenting in Los Angeles and beyond

Ruth Beaglehole, a child rights activist and parenting educator, died on April 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of promoting empathetic and nonviolent parenting. Her teachings impacted thousands in Los Angeles and beyond. Beaglehole's work focused on countering "childism" and teaching parents to prioritize kindness and understanding over punishment. She founded several institutions and offered parenting classes for over 50 years, influencing generations of parents to adopt a child-centered approach. Her philosophy, emphasizing the importance of meeting children's needs, continues to spread through her trained educators, online resources, and upcoming book. Beaglehole's work aimed to help parents break cycles of violence and create stronger family relationships.