How to Make the Sensational Memories of Summer Last
We have to enjoy every second of summer because it seems to come to an end before we're ready to see it go.
70 Years of Books that Celebrate the Back-to-School Season
The first day of school has long been a common topic of children’s books. But through the years, there's still a lot of similar feelings.
Your Family's Guide to Observing the Solar Eclipse Like Pros
Here’s what you need to know about experiencing the incredible phenomenon of a total eclipse with your kids.
The Unexpected Thing That Happened When I Gave up Sugar: a Public Service Announcement
Besides feeling great, diminished cravings, more energy, and even losing an annoying five pounds, something even bigger happened when I gave up sugar.
My Child's Life Isn't a Fairytale, and That's Okay
I wanted to shield our son from the heartaches and pains of the world, but instead they marched right through our front door.
Look at All the Living We Have Done Here Today
I still am scared. The idea of finding a new normal, of being comfortable in my own skin, is still terrifying.
The Non-Starters of the Mommy Wars
In order to celebrate our Mommy War survival I thought we would do a look back on the Mommy War exchanges that never were. The non-starters.
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Mothering White: Yes, It's a Privilege
As a mother, I must understand that yes, indeed, my white children are privileged. Their lives are inherently easier.
Take comfort in knowing that many moms before you have pumped on the job, and you can, too.
How Our Words Shape Our Kids' View of Themselves
The labels used to describe us can lead us to believe that certain behavior is a fundamental part of our nature.
Four Ways to Be Allies With Your Kid's Teacher
What we can do as parents to promote a positive relationship with the teachers who invest in the lives of our children?
Five Ways To FOMO-Proof Your Parenting
What can we do to FOMO-proof our parenting so we’re not unwittingly passing on the same nagging “there’s something better out there” feeling to our kids?
Mourning Their Littleness from Our Stalwart Rocking Chair
The rocking chair came with us to our next childless apartment. I never sat in it. Not once. It was a monument to what we didn’t have.
I Never Thought I Would Be That Mom, Until I Was
Even as the little-people years pass, you'll still be the mom that loves them with everything.
To the Mom With Young Kids From One With Young Adults
Younger mom: You are strong. You are brave. You have what it takes to get through each day just doing the simple things.
Laughing in the Face of Imperfection
Modeling laughter, even through tears, will build the resilience and courage our kids need to seek their own joy.
How to Put an End to Power Struggles
Although power struggles with kids are a normal part of parenting, some strategies can help reduce how frequently they occur.
Just Who Needs Comforting on the First Day of School?
16 pairs of weepy eyes stare at me as I stand before my pre-K class on the first day of school. Lingering sobs and sniffles echo around the room.
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.
One of the greatest principles of success: You become what you think about. So, what are you thinking about?
How My Grandmother, Two Dogs, and Day Camp Transformed My Summer
A kind human, two loving canines, and day camp helped me find that peace, that motivation to get up and give the day another try.
Can Parents Influence Childhood Memories?
Research has discovered that parents actually have a lot of control over how and what their children recall.
Can Sugar Make Our Kids Depressed?
A new study published in Scientific Reports explores how sugar may actually make us sad and depressed.