Downton Abbey inspired baby names
If you can’t get enough of Lady Mary Crawley and Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham, then you will love our list of Downton Abbey inspired baby names. We have rounded up the best names from this British...
View ArticleCrafty and creative Down Under
Melissa lives in Australia and creates some of the most unique and creative items you’ve ever laid eyes on. With three kids underfoot, you’ll wonder how she possibly has the time — but she does, and...
View ArticleTeens and tattoos: Do you grant permission to get inked?
For the younger generation, having a tattoo is not the exception – it’s the norm. From tiny words or flowers on an ankle to large designs that cover her whole back, tattoos are here to stay. What...
View ArticleEmbarrassing and hilarious things toddlers say and do
Toddlers have the gift of speech, and along with it, a loud voice and no internal social filter. They can happily prattle on about the size and physical condition of strangers, which can lead to some...
View ArticleToo scary for me, Mommy!
Those of us who love horror movies or television shows know the pain of wanting to watch what we want, while at the same time shielding our kids from violence, sex and gore. But what are the real risks...
View Article9 Sanity savers for busy moms
Between working, housecleaning, cooking dinner, carpooling and taking kids to multitudes of activities and events, things can get pretty hectic for busy moms. Fortunately, there are some items that can...
View ArticleForget sleepwalking: Teens are texting in their sleep
Teens are so plugged in, they can’t seem to stop — even when they are asleep. Teens are sending and answering texts during their sleep, having no recollection when they wake up. While it may be funny...
View ArticleFebrile seizures: What every mother should know
One in 25 children will have a febrile seizure before age 5. However, most parents are ill equipped with both basic seizure knowledge and first aid leaving them panicked in the event of a seizure and...
View ArticleMommy tweets: Alicia Silverstone, Adele, Jenna Dewan-Tatum
What were on the minds and Twitter feeds of our favorite celebrity moms? Alicia Silverstone tweeted her Valentine’s Day plans and tips on finding a "vegan partner," while Adele explained that awkward...
View ArticleGrowing up glamorous: Your daughter's first pair of heels
She's been begging you for a pair since she was old enough to dig through your closet, pull out your shiniest pair of stilettos and toddle around the house in them and now, it's finally time. Make...
View ArticleWhat to teach your kids on Presidents Day
For some kids, Presidents Day simply means a day off of school. Give the day more meaning for them with these age-appropriate lessons. For some kids, Presidents Day simply means a day off of school....
View Article"Is my child old enough to... "
As parents, we’re constantly wondering if our children are old enough to tackle certain milestones. From watching certain movies to staying home alone, it seems we’re always asking, “Is my child old...
View ArticleBut all my friends are doing it!
So, here you are again. Your tween is asking to do something with her friends that makes you hesitate. On the one hand, you want to let her have freedom, but on the other, you struggle with just how...
View ArticleMiddle name trends for boys
Popular middle names for boys are trending toward traditional names, often paired with a unique name. Many parents may be passing on a family name in the form of a middle name for their baby boy. The...
View ArticleDebate: Should we be able to design our own babies?
What if you could create your perfect child? Hair color, eye color, height, intelligence, personality… each selected as easily as sides from an a la carte menu. Except, ordering a genetically...
View ArticleAutism and The Naked City
You might hear positive, upbeat stories about children with autism or you might hear negative ones. Every child has a storyYou might hear positive, upbeat stories about children with autism or you...
View ArticleYour looks don’t dictate how you parent
Parenting is hard enough on its own, but when you’re looked down on by other parents because of your age or they way you look it can be upsetting. We talk to moms who know how to stand their ground and...
View ArticleHow much social media is too much?
So, your child has a Facebook account, but now she wants Twitter, too. That's not enough — her friends pin their favorite everything on Pinterest, and just have to click Instagram photos, too. What's a...
View ArticleNo more Asperger's: What it means for your child
When the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders is published in 2013, it will no longer list Asperger's syndrome as a diagnosis. Asperger’s will be lumped together...
View ArticleOnline homeschool options
Online education has become increasingly popular in recent years. Whether it is for religious reasons, bullying, learning disabilities or health issues, many parents are looking to homeschooling as a...
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