Vaccines, Autism, and Bad Research: 5 Lessons for Parents
How can a single scientific study have such an outsized impact on how the world understands vaccines and autism? The answer presents 5 lessons in research.
The Terrible Twos in No Way Prepared Me for the Freaking Fours
Within that sweet, loving, happy child lies a “fournado” just waiting to be unleashed and wreak havoc on anything within a five mile radius.
Five Perfect After-Dark Games for Warm Summer Nights
This summer consider letting the kids stay up late and make memories that will last a lifetime by playing some of these perfect after-dark games.
Taking and Giving Back: Finding Peace on Both Sides of Stay-at-Home-Momming
When I shifted gears from career to staying home with my kids, I came to realize how instrumental the role of SAHM can be.
The Lesson in Tonight's Bedtime Story That Was Clearly Meant For Me
I often learn about who my kids are through their choice of books. Tonight, however, the story I read them taught me something about myself.
In An Age of Mean Girls, These Girls Started Heart Company Instead
When my daughter told me she started a two-person club, I worried she was becoming exclusive. But the truth was quite the opposite.
Why Being Vulnerable is the Key to Close Friendships
Making friends as an adult is a challenge all its own. Though it may initially feel unnatural, the key to clicking seems to be vulnerability.
Conversations with My Brain at 3:42 AM
Our usual 3am-ish rendezvous time, I see! Oh. You’re not ready to admit we’re awake? Got it. Cool, keep your eyes closed if you like.
Finally Finding My Groove as a Stepparent
Through all the changes and adjustments we've made, it's become clear being a stepparent is as much of an honor as being any sort of parent is.
Why I Don't Count My Blessings
I am not about to attribute certain aspects of my life and successes to being blessed. I would much rather contribute them to hard work and perseverance.
6 Tips to End Sibling Rivalry and Make Your Kids Allies, Not Enemies
Siblings often provide support and serve as companions, confidants, and role models in childhood and beyond. But the relationship requires nurturing.
How to Use the Giggles to Encourage Toddler Cooperation
Rationalizing and reasoning isn't the language of toddlers. Their language is one of play and laughter. Harness that and you'll find a lot more cooperation.
Should You Freak Out If Your Kid Wants to Major in Liberal Arts?
With college costs skyrocketing, parents want to make sure their children are able to get a return on the pricey investment. So how do you best guide them?
Audio Book and Chill With Someone You Love
Maybe it’s time to turn off the TV. Put down the remote. Do something new, something different. How about audio book and chill?
I Deleted the Facebook App From My Phone and I Will Never Look Back
If you have the Facebook App on your phone, you no doubt check it every time you grab the device. It's so easy, right?Just delete the dang app.
10 Universal Truths of Parenting a Teenager
Most parents of typical toddlers are constantly challenged, mentally drained, and extremely exhausted. Not much changes when you’re raising a teenager.
30 Cool Things Kids Can Learn Online (for Free!)
With summer in full swing, lots of kids (and parents) are going online for ideas to keep busy.
6 Ways to Make Time with Your Kids Count When You Don't Get a Lot of It
There are ways for a parent who’s never home to make the most of the time they have.
How to Train Your Dragon Fruit - 10 Reasons to Get Kids in the Kitchen
Beyond just being helpful, there's a lot kids can learn from getting into the kitchen.
Learning to Live With Two Moms
It was a constant battle between the two moms in me: The grouchy, yelling, impatient mom and the kind, tolerant and understanding mom.
Support Your Kid's Improbable Dreams, Responsibly
What about the child who has no doubt what she wants to do – and it's, well, not looking so likely? How should you handle that?
She's going to be who she's going to be. Forcing her to choose between this culture and that, between my interests and her own, is a certain path to failure.
What Your Milk of Choice Could Mean for the Growth of Your Kid
Do your kids drink cow, soy, almond, cashew, rice, coconut, or maybe hemp milk? A new study suggests one could lead to more growth.
12 Tips for Securing Those Much Needed College Scholarships
Believe it or not, it’s not if you apply, but how you apply that may make or break a student’s chance of winning college scholarships.