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A Routine of Summer Fun
Students (and often their parents) can’t wait to hear the last bell ring before summer break. They say goodbye to early mornings and their rigid routine. But as a mother […]
Get Ready: Getting Your Kids Ready for College
There are few events bigger in a kid’s life than starting college. For most kids, it’s the first time they get to experience real independence from their parents. How do […]
Finding Mom Friends: Tips for Getting Out There
When we moved into our new neighborhood, I was pregnant and still working full-time. Although the neighborhood was filled with moms, I never had time to do more than wave […]
8 Don’t Sweat It Tips for New Parents
Having a baby is one of the most amazing and anticipated moments in a person’s life. You have prepared the nursery, installed the car seat, read parenting books, and it’s […]
Choosing the Right Summer Camp for Your Kids
It’s no exaggeration to say that the one event kids really look forward to all year is summer camp. But how do you choose the right one for them? Based […]
What To Do When Your Kids are STRESSED?
Do your kids complain about being stressed? How do you help them cope with it? Experts agree on the following points: Listen to Them: What’s Going On? How Are They […]
How to Find a Safe, Quality Daycare
Finding safe, suitable daycare is one of the more stressful undertakings parents of young children face. You have to contend with the logistics, such as the convenience of location and […]
How to Balance Receiving with Giving
One of the critical challenges of holiday time is that our children get so used to receiving oodles of gifts that they begin to expect that they will always get […]
10 Science-Backed Benefits of Practicing Gratitude with Kids
Only recently have scientists begun to study the benefits of gratitude. Vitamin G, as some like to call it, plays a critical role in health and happiness. Focusing on the […]
Speak Your Child’s Love Language
Growing up feeling loved helps children overcome many obstacles. It contributes to a feeling of well-being that will help them excel in school, friendships, and all other areas of their […]