New parents: Bring romance back for Valentine’s Day
For parents with young children, trying to find moments alone can be a challenge. There never seems to be time for Mom and Dad to bond with each other, which is important for any marriage to be...
View ArticleBirth disappointment: When things don’t go as planned
The main goal of a pregnancy and birth experience is a healthy baby, right? Of course, but you cannot discount a mom's feelings when she suffers from disappointment, bonding issues and depression when...
View ArticleNew York baby names inspired by the Big Apple
Are you searching for the perfect baby name for your future New Yorker? We have rounded up the most popular baby names in New York, as well as the top names in NYC, the coolest hipster names in...
View ArticleValentine's Day party favors for kids
Conversational candy hearts aren't the only party favors that you can hand out at your kids' Valentine's Day party. Check out these other ideas for Valentine's Day party favors. BalloonsDecorate your...
View ArticleTTC: I quit!
After months and months of shelling out thousands of dollars, spending hour after hour in your RE’s waiting room, undergoing countless treatments — only to be right back where you started — how do you...
View ArticleHow to host a Valentine's Day party for kids
Hosting a Valentine's Day party for your child and their friends can be a whole lot of fun with a little preparation. We have compiled some tips, tricks and suggestions for all aspects of your kid's...
View ArticleValentine's Day with your children... minus the gifts
We've heard it all before about Valentine's Day — it's a holiday for the greeting card companies — but thankfully, kids don't realize that Valentine's Day is traditionally filled with visions of...
View ArticleMoms with a cause: The moms of Cranio Care Bears
Both moms of children who suffered from Craniosynostosis, a condition where the plates of a newborn's skull fuse together too early, Summer and Shelby have turned their experience into their cause....
View ArticleToo busy for childbirth classes? Think again
So, your busy schedule doesn't mesh with the childbirth classes your hospital offers. And other birthing classes offered in your community are eight weeks long — as if you have the time, right? Not...
View ArticleValentine's Day traditions to start with your children
Even though Valentine's Day is meant for lovers, now that you're a parent, this mushy-gushy holiday has an entirely new meaning. Take advantage of Valentine's Day to create some fun, special traditions...
View ArticleThe nanny tax diaries: Claiming child care expenses on your taxes
No matter where you live, good child care doesn’t come cheap. However by claiming the Child and Dependent Care Credit on your federal income tax return, the costs can become a little easier to swallow....
View Article7 Valentine's Day activities for kids
Most parents of young children don't get to have a romantic Valentine's Day dinner for two. But you can still celebrate in style, all day long — as a family. Here are some fun ways to let your kids...
View ArticleBuddy Walk on Washington: Advocating for people with Down syndrome
The National Down Syndrome Society’s Annual Buddy Walk on Washington takes place March 13-14, and registration remains open. Each year, advocates meet with members of Congress and their staff on...
View Article"Mommy, what does it mean to be gay?" Talking to kids about homosexuality
Instead of one big talk, experts encourage parents to have ongoing conversations about sex and sexuality with their children. Are you prepared to add homosexuality to your discussions? Instead of one...
View ArticleCeleb bump day: Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Kim Kardashian, Amber Rose
Happy Wednesday Hump Day — also known as Celebrity Baby Bump Day! We have rounded up the cutest baby bumps of the week, including newly pregnant Jamie-Lynn Sigler as well as pregnant Kim Kardashian,...
View ArticleBeautiful Native American baby names
If you’re seeking a Native American baby name for your boy or girl, look no further — we’ve collected some of the strongest and most lovely names for your little one. Nature-inspired baby namesIf...
View Article6 Simple ways to make Valentine's Day special for the whole family
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for school parties or grown-up dinner dates — it can be fun for the whole family. The relationships in your family are the most important. Show them how much you love them by...
View ArticleHomeschooling your struggling learner
More and more families are turning to home education to meet the special needs of their struggling learner. Homeschooling a struggling learner can be challenging; you might be wondering if you are...
View ArticleMake your own movie night tickets
Get crafty for family movie night by making your own movie night tickets. Not only is this a fun family activity, but homemade movie tickets are a great keepsake item. From easy printable options to...
View ArticleCheer Perfection's Alisha Dunlap on raising kids, coaching and reality TV
TLC's Cheer Perfection just wrapped up its first season, giving viewers a look into the life of competitive cheer girls. With a second season already green-lighted and business on the up and up, coach...
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