Stop Hitting Her: The Things I Did and Didn't Do as a Witness to Domestic Violence
It’s not enough to pull over and be a bystander to a cycle of violence that will continue unchecked. We have to do more.
Kid Made Recipe: Chocolate Pretzel Bark
Need a last minute gift for a teacher, or a treat to bring to a gathering? Your kiddo can help out with this quick and delicious chocolate pretzel bark!
The Most Surprising Thing I Learned at My Wife’s Breastfeeding Class
You'd think you'd know what you're getting yourself into when attending a breastfeeding class. But sometimes it's more than you've bargained for.
That Weird Piece of Advice My Mom Gave Me Taught Me Everything
It doesn't always take a lecture to instill important lessons in our kids.
The 20 Best Family Movies of 2016
Common Sense Media picks their top-rated family films of the year for kids, tweens, and teens.
That Time My Toddler Discovered My Period – and What I Learned From Her Reaction
I want my daughter to see her period as a time where she’s entitled to explore those questions, because they are important.
Excessive Maneuvering: A Parenting Lesson for Drivers
While Drivers' Ed teachers may frown upon "excessive maneuvering," it's generally the name of the game when it comes to getting through life.
I May Not Know What I'm Doing, But I Get to Be Their Mama
It's a difficult job that I'm not really sure I'm doing well, but the truth is, I'm the only one who gets to do it. And that's reason enough to keep on going.
Christmas Is Actually Kind of a Sh*tshow
It's as chaotic as it is festive, but I wouldn't have Christmas any other way.
Letting Go of the Hope That My Grown Sons Will Reconnect
How long can a parent intervene in sibling relationships? Once they're adults, they shouldn't require a referee. But what if their rift breaks your heart?
Hey, Future Teenage Daughter, You Embarrassed Me First
There's going to come a day when the mere mention of my name makes you want to wither with embarrassment. Well, kid, you did it to me first.
So, Wait – How CAN I Discipline My Child?
There are moments when positive parenting stops working. What methods of discipline won't scar them for life?
How to Help Your Child Navigate the Death of a Friend
Supporting our kids through something as devastating as the loss of a friend is no easy task. Experts can offer some advice.
I Almost Missed It: My Toddler's First Memory
“I saw that dog yesterday!” my two-year-old exclaims. He is standing in a sagging diaper and his brother’s old t-shirt in our backyard. His finger is aimed at a shaggy, green-collared mutt. His vo...
4 Ways Taking on a Housemate Has Made Me a Better Parent
If you can find the right person, taking in a housemate can be a game-changer for finding a new rhythm as a parent.
The Science of Giving and How It Can Help Your Kids
Want to really make your kids happy? Teach them the importance of giving to others. Even science suggests giving enhances our children’s lives.
Debate Club: Is Disney World the Best or Worst of All Family Vacations?
For some it's a dream, for others it's a nightmare. Two writers debate the merits and downfalls of a family vacation at Disney.
How to Tell If Your Child Is Addicted to Video Games – and How to Help
If you’ve determined that your child likely has a video game addiction, there are a number of ways you can help.
Gestational Diabetes Made Me a Better Mom
Handling a gestational diabetes diagnosis well can be controlled, and it ultimately made my family healthier and me a better mom.
A Letter to My Five-Year-Old, Now That Your Baby Brother Is Here
There may not be as much room on my lap these days, but you're asking to sit there less and less.
How I Teach My Daughter About True Love
The best we can do to teach our daughters about loving a good man is to lead by example.
Killer Laundry Pods and the Problem of Newsworthy Numbers
The current available data about laundry pod poisonings paints a much different picture than the stories we see reported every few months.
A View From the End of Maternity Leave
Five months after having a baby, the return to work is a return to the semblance of who you once were. Except you're not.
Making It Count, Not Counting Down
The most precious commodity we're given is time. Wishing ordinary moments, days, and months away waiting for the "special" ones misses the point.