A Cause of Reading and Writing Struggles You May be Overlooking
According to new research, one of the earliest warning signs of hearing impairment might be when a child struggles to read or write.
Everything Looks Better by Candlelight
Now that I'm a mother in my late 30s, it seems my own mortality and the ridiculously-accelerated passage of time is shoved in my face every five seconds.
Noticing, Understanding, and Getting to the Root of Our Triggers
Once we began to understand the triggers that arise from our own childhood and how our kids push our “buttons,” we can respond appropriately.
Where is the balance between protection and paranoia, between caution and completely shutting down?
Are you a parent? How do you see yourself? How would you define your role? This is important. It will impact everything you do with your child and how you do it. With the growing influence of gurus...
“Boy” Underwear Is the Best Underwear
There's no physical need for the variance in young kids' underwear sizes. Might there be a benefit to styling all kids' underwear the same way?
They're Their Milestones, Not Ours
Time and again we’re presented with a measuring stick, and sometimes our child simply doesn’t measure up.
My daughter had an assignment at school recently to write a letter to herself, and the teacher will send it to her when she graduates high school.
First Year of Motherhood: Lonely. Scary. Silly.
It’s a common tableau. We are two women – she’s a mom and I’m a grandmother – watching the children in our care playing in the ball pit at a toddler gym program.
How MAC's Ruby Woo Lipstick Saved the Day
As I burst into his room, I half expected to be saving my child from immediate death. Instead, Ry was naked and playing with his diaper, glaring at me from his bed. There was poop smeared all over ...
It's Okay to Let Your Partner Be Their Own Parent
There is seldom a right and wrong way of doing things. The spectrum is wide and there's often plenty of room for grace.
Kid Made Recipe: Pesto Puff Pastry Wreath
This recipe is simple enough for kids to take the lead, but it looks so fancy and festive it will wow any holiday guests.
5 Media Resolutions Every Family Should Make in 2018
If there's one thing nearly every parent wants to get better at, it's staying ahead of their kids when it comes to media and technology.
Growth Is Imperative in the Journey Called Parenting
Just like in every relationship, growth is a crucial element in parenting as well. Parenting offers us a chance to observe and sometimes self-reflect on our actions and reactions towards our childr...
How to Keep Romance Alive When Your News Feed Feels Like the 2017 Libido Ice Bucket Challenge
Good luck, friends! It’s time to ring in 2018 like we didn’t just spend 12 months wading through a stinking pile of poop.
The House-To-House Holiday Shuffle: a Chaotic Tradition We’re Lucky to Have
Is it a challenge to cart around children, canines, presents, diaper bags, and baked goods to multiple houses? Absolutely. Is it worth it? Absolutely.
A Mom's Top 10 Television Moments of 2017
It truly is the golden age of television. It's also the age of interruption, nervous breakdowns, and endless piles of laundry.
How to Survive Mom-Shaming When Home for the Holidays
Mom-shaming seems to be a pervasive problem; however, a different interpretation may help young parents through the holidays.
Santa and His Magic – in Full Effect for as Long as Possible
When it’s all said and done, if my children have joyful memories, then I have given them a great gift.
Advice From a Regular Dude on What Not to Say to A Pregnant Woman
As we prepare to welcome our third (and final) child into this world, I thought I’d reflect back on all of the dumb things said to my pregnant wife.
So My Kids Can Use the Big Knives, and Other Reasons to Get a Divorce
I had to learn that sometimes the best thing you can do for the people you love is break all the rules.
Planning the Ultimate Winter Break? Check Out These Hotels with Cool Kids' Amenities
Many hotels around the country have amenities that appeal to younger travelers – including unique kids’ activities and experiences.
Making the Case for the Middle Name
A carefully selected middle name can discharge an obligation, preserve history, and appease in-laws all at the same time.
Here's Another Benefit to Eating Together as a Family
According to the results of this longitudinal study, maintaining a family mealtime is important for your child’s long term well-being.