I heart autism... sometimes
Yes, my son is on the autism spectrum. Yes, immediately after his diagnosis at 2 years old, I experienced Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ Five Stages of Grief — the ubiquitous denial, anger, bargaining,...
View ArticleParenting Guru: Getting kids to listen
If you tend to get stuck using the same script with your kids after having the same argument, while getting the same frustrating results, it may be time to switch things up. Meredith Wait, a mom of two...
View ArticleDon't be a hypocrite, Mama
Kids notice. They notice when you say something and do something else. They notice when you don't apply standards fairly. And yes, they even notice when you expect something of them that you yourself...
View ArticleNon-punitive parenting: Could it work for your family?
Non-punitive parenting is a parenting movement that seeks to raise children without any form of punishment: no spanking, no time outs, no yelling. At first glance it may seem like a way of raising...
View ArticlePast its prime: What to do with an expired car seat
Expired car seats can be a hot topic in the parenting world, but no matter how you feel about car seat expiration dates, there will come a time when the car seat your child is currently using will be...
View ArticleSkin cancer checks for kids: When to take them
If you have a family history of skin cancer, it's likely that your child needs to be checked as well. Read more about what experts say about skin cancer in children, tips for keeping an eye out for...
View ArticleCraft supplies you can make at home
You're beating summer boredom with tons of crafts for kids, but when you whip up your own craft supplies at home, you won't have to run through your summer fun budget too! From learning how to make...
View ArticleDon’t ask me to share
Parents who have dealt with preschoolers before you can attest to the fact that reasoning with them is never easy. Still, you often need to find some common ground especially in the midst of a...
View ArticleRecall: Peg Perego and Kolcraft strollers
Recalls have been issued for some Peg Perego and Kolcraft strollers due to serious hazards, and a child’s death has been reported. Read on to see if your stroller has been recalled. Recalls have been...
View ArticleEverything you need to know about C-sections
Having a C-section is first and foremost the birth of your baby, but it's also major surgery. Here's everything you need to know about having a C-section, and how to take care of yourself while taking...
View ArticleCeleb bump day: Megan Fox bikini bump, Tamera Mowry, Drew Barrymore
Happy Hump Day – also known to us as Celebrity Baby Bump Day! Megan Fox shows off her tattooed baby bump in a tiny bikini, while pregnant actress Tamera Mowry walks the red carpet with her twin sister...
View ArticleChasing the Dream: When others don't support your dream
In an ideal world, you would define your dream, tell your kids, spouse, family, friends — everyone — and be flooded with support and offers to help you get there. But let's face it: this isn't an ideal...
View ArticleI can’t say “no” to him…
The parent of a child with special needs faces challenge after challenge, and unique ones at that. It can be tempting to slack on discipline when stressed and confronted with challenges. Learn how to...
View ArticlePrepare your child for preschool during the summer
Are you or your child anxious about preschool in the fall? Here's some important information you should know, educational play ideas to introduce now and tips to help prepare you both for the big...
View ArticleHow to raise a tree-hugger
Helping your child to connect with nature is the perfect way to instill a natural love for the planet. Learn more ways to raise an environmentally conscious child. Helping your child to connect with...
View ArticleKeep your kids connected with their grandparents
There is nothing more special than the relationship between your parents and your children, don't you agree? But, if the grandparents in your kids' lives live in another city or even another state, it...
View ArticleDoes ballet beget bulimics?
More than ever before, the focus in today’s pop culture is on body image. Who’s the skinniest? Who’s the heaviest? Who has the most shapely legs? The buffest arms? The best toned abs? Teens read, see,...
View ArticleHelping your child develop appropriate school style
Your child’s sense of style starts to develop pretty early and it stays with her for a lifetime! Help her get on the right track with these tips from SheKnows! Helping your child develop her sense of...
View Article6 Dr. Seuss characters we love
Wacky, zany, lovable, fun and totally unforgettable -- Dr. Seuss' characters have been inspiring and educating children for decades. His timeless stories allow us to share some of our favorite...
View ArticleDr. Seuss-inspired family games
Every Dr. Seuss book is full of energy and fun, and these inspired family games bring that energy and fun to life! Every Dr. Seuss book is full of energy and fun, and these inspired family games bring...
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