Does My 4-Year-Old Have Enough Friends?
I’m a little concerned that my 4-year-old doesn’t have enough friends. I’m also aware that I’m being a lunatic. My...
Child care
6-9 Month Baby Schedule
I quit work about a month and a half before our leaving for Kodiak. Since Madison was five months old...
Should Parents “Rescue” their Children From All Frustration?
There is a new debate, really an old debate about “No Rescue Parenting” which brings up an interesting issue....
I’m Not Throwing a Birthday Party for My 5-Year-Old
The boy turns 5 this month, and we’re happily celebrating the occasion by doing as little as possible. It won’t...
The Terrible Threes
Everyone knows about the terrible twos, but have you experienced the terrible threes? With both my two older children,...
Why Motherhood Caused Me To Lose Myself
Before becoming a mother I was carefree. My idea of a fun Saturday night was having date night with my...
How To Help A Child Cope With Scary Bedtime Stories
I finally let my daughter have a sleepover with her friend last week, and she came home and wouldn’t sleep....
Parents, Stop Doing Your Child’s Homework for Them
We all want our children to do well in school. We hope that their infinite potential will shine through, and...
Grades vs Learning
One thing that I noticed while I was a student, a classroom teacher, and now a tutor is that across...
A Commentary on the Panic of American Parenthood
In a recent op ed piece in The New York Times called The Panic of American Parenthood by Pamela...
How Can I Avoid Nursing My Baby to Sleep?
When my sons were born, I have to admit I would have done just about anything to get them...
Study: Sleep Plays a Huge Role in Preventing Childhood Obesity
We all feel better after a good night’s rest, but sleep is so crucial for our children that they can...
How much do the holidays cost?
According to the new Care.com 2019 Cost of Holidays Survey, 68% of families identify lack of time as the No....
Two Spoons Are Better Than One
Did you know that people commonly advise moms of twins to save time by using one utensil to feed...
How to Make Homemade Finger Paints
Do your kids love finger paints as much as mine do? It’s a fun, easy activity we all enjoy on...
3 Modern Takes on Classic Oatmeal Recipes
Total cooking confession: I love oatmeal products. I have eaten oatmeal every work day – for the past ten (or...
8 (Idiotic) Things I Swore I’d Never Do as a Mom
Before you have kids, it’s extremely easy to judge other parents and their children. That girl throwing a fit in...
9 PTA Fundraising Ideas That Parents Won’t Dread
First, you spot the SignUpGenius email. You quickly try to scroll away, pretending as though you never saw it. Then,...
Establishing a Sleep Time Routine for Your Newborn from the First Day
Making a habit out of your newborn child’s sleep routine is very important for both the baby’s health and...
Recreational Water Illnesses: Symptoms, Precautions & Prevention
The outset of the summer months leads to higher usage levels of beaches, rivers and swimming pools. This also makes...
DIY Craft: How to Make a Barn
A sheep goes Baa. A cow goes Moo. A horse goes Neigh. Then, at the end of the day, they...
How to activate almonds
My house is full of almonds. I love to snack on them, cook with themand rub them on my body (almond...
How Music Helps Children Grow
It’s no secret that children who are exposed to instruments and music develop lifelong habits that help them transition into...
Keep Calm & Manage Kids: Yes, Unruly Kids Can Be Managed by Being Calm!
New-age moms would relate to this better; with the holidays just round the corner and the kids being at home,...
11 Hilariously Bad Thank You Notes From Kids With the Best Intentions
Writing thank-you notes is the most troublesome part of the holidays. Right after putting up the tree, and sending Christmas...
A Special Heart: Real Stories From Special Education Families and Professionals
Today is Special Education Day, a holiday that honors and celebrates all of our neighbors, family members and friends who are...
The 2019 guide to gift-giving: Best recs for every member of your tribe
The gift-giving season is in full swing. But if you find you haven’t made a list, much less checked it...
5 Reasons for Why Your Child Hates Writing Assignments — and How to Solve Them
As a former college English instructor and a writing tutor, I’ve seen it all in terms reluctant writers. From “my mom...
Experts Weigh In: Questions You Should Ask at the Next Preschool Parent-Teacher Conference
We all know that preschool is a whole lot more than macaroni paintings and Playdoh sculptures. And preschool parent-teacher conferences are...
The 7 Most Awkward Scenarios to Expect at Your Next Family Holiday Party — and How to Handle Them
Ah, the holidays. A time for twinkling lights, roaring fires, and of course — family. And what would quality family...
Educators: “Parents, Stop Overthinking Teachers’ Gifts. It’s the Thought That Counts”
No matter how hard we try, it always seems like the holidays inevitably turn into one big stress-fest. There are...
How You’re Spoiling Your Kids on a Daily Basis — and You Don’t Even Know It
Every parent wants their kids to feel good about themselves. But what if our attempts to build self esteem is...
How Parents Can Avoid Mood Matching
by Erin Leyba, LCSW, PhD A man wakes up happy. His son bounds down the stairs hollering and monkeying around. He wakes...
Five Ways to Help Your Children Succeed in School and Life During the Holiday Season!
As part of our #MomsReading efforts, we discuss book suggestions and activities that parents and care providers can use to...
School Board Member Dressed in Blackface Raises Questions About Community Standards
A school board member in Arkansas is receiving criticism in his town and online after photos surfaced that showed him in...
Signs you’re going into labor soon
At my checkup today, the OB/GYN said my baby and I look great! I’m excited to meet him (or her)...
Easy, Healthy Holiday Side Dish: Brussels Sprouts with Grapes & Walnuts
Side dishes don’t often get the the attention they deserve during the holidays. Personally, I love side dishes and often...
Research Shows Childhood Autism Linked to Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy
A new study shows that low levels of vitamin D in pregnant women play a crucial role in determining whether...
New Study Provides Evidence That Pregnancy Changes Your Brain — and for the Better
We all know that becoming a parent changes your life in more ways than one. But new research released on...
Let’s be Amish for Awhile…
I’ve gotta be honest, sometimes the idea of being Amish really appeals to me. Especially in today’s high-octane...