Families Taking the Vibrant Road Less Traveled
Being a parent doesn’t have to mean saying goodbye to adventure. These inspiring families are proof it's possible to keep on keeping on.
5 Ways to Create Intimacy Without Taking Your Clothes off
While it’s the rare marriage that thrives without sex, she says there are many ways to be intimate without it.
What Moms of Kids With Invisible Disabilities Want You to Know
Parents of kids with invisible disabilities want the world to know it’s only okay to assume one thing: They and their kids are doing the best they can.
6 Tricks to Make Halloween Treats a Non-Issue for Your Allergic Kid
If you’re also wondering how to enjoy trick-or-treating without being spooked by potential allergens, here are some tips.
Why the H-Word Is Allowed in Our Home
Understanding the vital role of connection in brain function makes it easier to step back, and listen to the feelings underneath the ugly words.
6 Simplicity Hacks for Parents Who Would Rather Spend Time Doing Than Planning
Here are some strategies you can use to minimize decision-making and maximize time and energy for the pursuits that bring you joy.
6 Kids Books for Families With Food Allergies
As the mom of a kid with food allergies, I know how stressful a food allergy diagnosis can be. These books can make it easier, though.
25 G-Rated Swears That Are Surprisingly Just as Satisfying
Looking for some G-rated exclamations to replace the R-rated ones you’re used to? Here are some fresh ideas you can use in your daily life.
If You Really Want Your Kid to Get Ahead, Teach Them This
Research shows that an initial handshake is a strong predictor of how people are perceived, which can have significant effects on success.
Maximize Your Kids' Executive Function to Help Get to School on Time
It might be time to focus less on what’s going on in your house every morning and more on what’s going on in your kids’ brains at any given moment.
There's No Normal When it Comes to Kids' Reactions to Death
Like so much of parenting, the “Telling Your Kid Her Pet Chickens Got Killed” chapter did not go as expected. But according to experts that's not uncommon.
My Kids Loved Summer Camp. This Is Why I Made Them Quit.
While the ACA accreditation is a valuable credential, it is no replacement for doing your homework about the camps you enroll your kids in.
Camp Songs Could Be Your New Drug of Choice
Science also shows us that we may be wired to feel even better when we sing in a group – and the bigger the group, the better.
Why Numeracy Counts and What Parents Can Do to Foster It
Experts say one in five Americans lack the math skills needed for many modern jobs, including those that do not require a college degree.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Farm Shares but Were Too Afraid to Ask
Community Supported Agriculture – or CSA – allows farmers to sell directly to the consumer. Could purchasing a share be a good fit for your family?
The Simplest Predictor of a Successful Camping Trip Is Right in Your Backyard
If you want to see if your crew is ready for real camping, backyard camping is the only way to go. The benefits of a low-stakes test run are plentiful.
What You Need to Know About Overheating Before Hitting the Friendly Skies with Your Baby
Babies are especially vulnerable to heat stroke. But knowing the facts can help you keep them cool, safe, and happy.
My Wrinkly Stomach Won't Stop Me From Rocking This Bikini
Since having babies, the skin around my navel is wrinkly. And when I choose a bikini over a one piece, plenty of thought goes into it.
Six Parenting Trends for an Easy Breezy Summer (For Real)
There’s a reason these parenting hacks are hot right now. They save so much work.
Chickens: the Underrated Pets You Didn’t Know You Needed
Keeping a flock of chickens offers all the richness of adopting one adorable mutt and requires only a fraction of the work.
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Pre-fold Cloth Diapers
With over five years’ experience using pre-fold diapers, I’ve awarded myself a Master’s degree in crunchy waste management.
My Mom’s Genius Strategy for Making Mornings Insanely Easy
I have no recollection of seeing my mom awake before eight in the morning. And we were totally fine.
Why the Best Shoes for Kids Might Be No Shoes at All
If you’re not ready to home school or move to a tropical, shoe-optional locale, there are plenty of opportunities to foster kids’ healthy foot development.
8 Meaningful Ways to Support a Friend Through a Divorce
When it came to helping friends through divorce, I was as comfortable as a seventh grader at a school dance. Then they told me what they needed