The Crock-Pot and the Promise of Having It All
The promise that I could have it all – a successful career and a family – sat on my countertop. My co-worker had given it to me on the last day before my maternity leave. “Some pork chops, a can of...
What Happened When I Stopped Praising My Child
Turning off the "good job!" autopilot in favor of interacting with our kids in a more mindful way has benefits for everyone.
Top 10 Posts of 2016: #10 11 Is the Old Age of Childhood
11 Is the Old Age of Childhood by Laura Hudgens Oh, the wonder of four! Can there be a more adorable, a more precious age? At the same time they're becoming “big boys” and “big girls," these littl...
Most Anticipated Children's Books of 2017 (Winter/Spring Edition)
Here are some of the most anticipated books of early 2017 that are perfect for your young reader.
6 Ways Applying to College Has Changed Since I Did It
Even though I went to college myself, the application process today is nothing like mine was, and here's why.
While I love my kids endlessly, the incessant hanging, pawing, clawing, and touching has got to stop before I actually lose my mind.
10 Cures for Holiday Break Cabin Fever
Don't let cabin fever drive you mad. Try these creative ideas and give your kids some winter memories to last a lifetime.
Learning the truth about Santa sent my 6-year-old mind into a tailspin. But the questions it made me ask about reality shaped everything that came after.
We all need magic in our life. And if wearing or holding onto something makes us feel we can transform into whomever we want to be, that's ok.
What You'd Actually Like to Give: An Honest Gift Guide
Let’s let each other nap! Without guilt. Without shame. Just like, hey how about we take a freaking rest?
Kids Believe the Craziest Things If It Means They Get Presents
Since my husband, two children, and I have moved to Barcelona last August, our life has been full of new experiences. New food, new language, new architecture. New school, new friends, new daily co...
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!
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.
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.
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.