Can We Learn to Love a Place That's Not the Perfect Fit?
What does science say about moving? Is it better to move to a place with more desirable characteristics, or to try to love where you are for their sake?
Kid Made Recipe: Gluten Free Apple Crisp
Autumn means apples, and lots of them! Nothing’s better than biting into a juicy, crunchy Macintosh, except maybe this delicious apple crisp.
Gender-Fluid Apps and Games Because it's 2017
More and more young people are embracing this idea and identifying as fluid, and there are a handful of apps and games to reflect their experiences.
Why Pretend Tasks Aren't as Fulfilling For Kids as the Real Deal
A new study has been released and it suggests that kids don’t really want to play with toys – what they want is the real thing.
The Wee Hours of Motherhood: Healing After Birth
There is no such thing as a magical, all-knowing "maternal instinct" that just kicks in and makes everything all right overnight.
The French Method That Completely Shifted My Parenting
Life got a bit simpler after I adapted a popular French method into my parenting.
That Time My Preschooler Clapped Back at a Nosey Stranger
Humans are curious creatures and, by and large, I’m an open book. But sometimes the inquiries can go too far. Cue the loud-mouth toddler.
We Sure Do Have Our Hands Full
Maybe it's the slightly crazed expression I wear on my face when I go out with all four children in public, but people seem to say the same thing.
Your Family’s Insider Guide to Conquering 6 National Parks
Sure, you could do what everyone else is doing on their trek to these popular National Parks. Or you could be a little more adventurous.
You Don't Have to Freak Out if Your Toddler Masturbates
Of all the milestones you look forward to with your new toddler, from their first words to their first steps, masturbation definitely doesn’t make the cut.
Practical Tips for Parents of Exceptional Readers
If your kid's an advanced reader who’s reading way above grade level -- finding appropriate books can be a real challenge.
5 Things You Can Start Doing Today to Raise a Motivated Learner
One of the biggest frustrations parents face is getting their kids motivated to learn. Learning new skills can be frustrating. But there are strategies.
What Happened When I Shut off All Electronics for a Day (You'll Be Surprised)
Electronic devices had finally taken over my family, and not only was I irritated, I was concerned.
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.
Behold the Wonder of a Book Nook
A book nook can be fancy or simple, so long as it can transport you to the places in your book and escape real life for a little while.
When is "Good Enough" Better than Perfection?
Some people are perfectionists. I have never been accused of such a thing.
Love Is Sweatpants and Take-Out, Actually
I’ve recently made a commitment to look out for the little things – those things that happen on a daily basis that show me just what love is.
6 Common Elements of Effective Discipline
Regardless of the method used, effective discipline methods share similar characteristics.
I’m Done Saying the Word “Busy” and You Should Be, Too.
By responding with the term “busy” I was pretty much summing up a pretty bleak and dreary experience. Let’s look at our days a bit differently.
One of the Easiest Ways to Teach Forgiveness
Here is the thing I have learned about forgiveness. It isn’t a behavior, it is a feeling.
7 Ways to Resolve Parenting Disagreements With Your Partner
Instead of yelling and screaming, here are a few tips to help resolve issues smoothly the next time you find yourself in the middle of a heated discussion.
How to Help Kids Create a Culture of Personal Accountability
Personal accountability means teaching kids that actions have consequences.
6 Ways to Turn Your Family Room Couch Into a Therapist's Couch
Your family room couch can become a figurative therapist’s couch with these simple tips on reducing stress and anxiety in your kids.
If I Were Their Mother: Fairytale Edition
Long ago but not so far away, I was a little girl who loved a good fairy tale. But now I'm a mom, and seriously, have you ever read these!?