Military families: 5 Tips for dealing with an overseas move
Three years ago my husband received the military orders that many dream of — we were on our way to Hawaii. Unfortunately, what was supposed to be paradise turned out to be a nightmare for me for our...
View ArticleHomeschool mom confessions
Those of us who don’t homeschool are somewhat intrigued and awestruck by our mommy peers who do. Comments like, “I would go crazy!” or “How does she do it every day?” are often overheard at the park or...
View ArticleCool Russian baby names
Are you looking for a really unique name for your baby? These Russian baby names have a really lovely old-world sound about them and may be perfect for your little one.
View ArticleWhat I wish my mom said to me about smoking pot
As parents, we want to make sure our kids get the right message about smoking marijuana. But what if our lectures and lessons are in vain? What works and what do our teens just tune out? We spoke with...
View ArticleMom fired after breastfeeding accommodation not resolved
If you work and need time to pump breast milk for your baby, the law says most employers must accommodate you. But if you need extra time to go and physically nurse your baby, you might be out of luck....
View ArticleHelp! I don’t like my kid’s teacher
Your child’s teacher has a lot of influence on how the school year will go. What do you do when you and your child’s teacher don’t get along? We asked teachers and parents for input on how to deal with...
View ArticleTips for a stress-free, regenerating vacation
Are you planning a quick getaway for Labor Day weekend, or a week away before the warm summer weather ends? Vacation is supposed to be relaxing, but for many moms it turns into a lot of stress.
View ArticleAre you raising a narcissist?
Young people are three times more likely than seniors to have narcissistic personality disorder, according to the National Institutes of Health. Are we parents to blame?
View ArticleTeach your kids about stranger danger
Regardless of how closely you keep an eye on your youngster, teaching your kids about stranger danger is necessary to keep kids safe. From stranger safety tips to teaching how to recognize danger...
View ArticleAfter-school care options for every budget
Feeling stressed about finding after-school care for your child? Let us help! We have chatted with child-care experts to find 11 affordable after-school care options for every age, including young...
View ArticleThe link between Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome
Does Alzheimer’s disease scare you? Does Down syndrome confuse you? The link between the two should excite every parent or loved one of a child with Down syndrome, because identifying that link means...
View ArticleCelebrate the end of summer with your kids
School might have already started in your neck of the woods, but that doesn't mean that you can't enjoy some of the warm summer weather that is still hanging around. Throw a bash for your kids to...
View ArticleLet's be honest: Is family time overrated?
We all adore spending time with our kids and cherish the moments we get to spend together. But, let's take a second and be honest — it seems that lately, parents are taking their kids everywhere. Is it...
View ArticleHousehold chores: Are your kids doing enough?
People joke that kids are great for free babysitting and help around the house, but when do kids actually start being helpful? According to the moms we talked to, kids can start helping out around the...
View ArticleOutnumbered: Going from two kids to three
When you have two children in a traditional family, there is one parent for each child and you can divide and conquer if both kids have needs at the same time. Thinking about going from two children to...
View Article"Pot for tots" controversy: Should some kids get medicinal marijuana?
When Brian Wilson confronted New Jersey Governor Chris Christie last week, his final plea, "Don't let my daughter die, Governor" was caught on video and became part of newscasts about the medical...
View Article5 Tips to get your teen ready for school
Summer is like a rubber band.Your teen wants to stretch it out as far as possible — for you, it’s about to snap. No matter how much your teen might not want to talk about school, what’s coming is...
View ArticleCeleb bump day: Glee's Heather Morris, Kim Zolciak's twin bump, Fergie
Happy Wednesday Hump Day — also known to us as Celebrity Baby Bump Day! We have rounded up the cutest pregnant celebrities of the week, including Glee star Heather Morris, who showed off her baby bump...
View ArticleShould you tell your children about parental controls?
In this digital age, it’s difficult to manage what our children view on the internet, and that’s why a lot of parents rely on the assistance of parental control software to monitor their child’s...
View ArticleHow to track your kids’ whereabouts
With the recent media attention surrounding child abduction cases, many parents are turning to GPS tracking devices for their kids and teens to help give them peace of mind. From devices worn on your...
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