More Pediatricians Are Writing Prescriptions for Nature
Parents have found the outdoors to be a panacea for everything. But recently, even physicians are beginning to prescribe doses of nature to their patients.
Planting Earth and Growing Community with School Gardens
"Mom, when we were out there planting, people honked and waved all the time," my son reported. "I think they really like our gardens."
4 Things That Matter on Family Vacation, and 4 Things That Totally Don’t
When it comes to vacation, pick the things to care about and let the rest go before we lose it, National Lampoon-style.
3 Tips for Traveling With Kids and Family
I’m glad I dared to travel with my baby. Here are the top three lessons I learned that I plan to employ for future adventures.
It's easy to forget what it's like to be a kid. Especially when there is work to be done, bills to be paid, and meetings to reach on time.
Learning to Be a Peaceful Parent
My commitment is to be the adult. It is my job to do the work on my self-regulation so that he'll be able to reach his potential in life.
Some expert advice for when you know you won’t be getting the hours of shut-eye your body and brain are craving.
18 Simple Ways to Infuse Each Day With Learning
Teaching your child to love learning offers them a lifetime of discovery, far outside the classroom.
Five Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Weaning
Weaning isn’t merely the cessation of breastfeeding, it’s a major shift in a complicated parent-child relationship.
How to Not Lose Your Mind When You Lose an Hour
It is only a sixty minute time difference to one’s schedule, but has the power to derail a household.
10 Random Spring Holidays You Need to Celebrate
Embrace the weird and random with these 10 spring holidays you won’t want to miss. Trust me, your kids will dig it.
How Does Screen Time Impact Toddler Attention and Development?
Most infants and toddlers are engaging with screens every day. Here's more about what that means for development and attention, and how to use screens best.
15 Real Valentine's Days For Single Moms
There's at least 15 other days in a year we single mothers actually do wish there was a big, strong, capable, loving romantic living in our home.
4 Ways to Introduce Your Kids to Classical Music
Research suggests that classical music can have positive effects for children, including memory development, creativity, and self-expression. Plus, it's fun!
Surviving the First Week with a Newborn
The first week home with a new baby is a little bit of a blur. A chaotic, exhausting, over in a flash blur. Here's what it was like for us, moment by moment.
30 Fresh Ways to Tell Your Kids You Love Them
There's nothing more spectacular than feeling loved. Beyond saying three simple words, there are many special ways to share that feeling with our kids.
6 Simple Ways to Support Your Toddler's Independent Play
Fostering solo play is vital to the growth and development of your little one - and even the clingiest of toddlers can do it. Here's how to get started.
7 Books That Teach Young Children About Racial and Social Justice
These seven books can be a great jumping off place to talk about racial and social justice in an age appropriate manner.
What is the Perfect Age to Start Overnight Camp?
With a starting point and frame of reference, you can figure out where your kid fits on the camp readiness spectrum.
My Only New Year’s Resolution Is to Be Kinder to Myself
I now know there are steps I can take to change how I think, to find the true me again. That is why I am going to take better care of myself this year. In fact, that’s the only resolution I care to...
One Thing Parents Should Resolve in the New Year In Order to Bring More Joy
My resolution for 2024 is to find more joy in my life right now and to stop comparing my life, to others - especially the lives of others on social media.
10 Ways to Seamlessly Blend Hanukkah with Christmas for Your Interfaith Kids
If you've got a menorah and a Christmas tree jockeying for prime placement in the window, this little listicle is for you.
6 Christmas Traditions That Put Others First
One way to add a layer of richness to the Christmas season is implementing a tradition that focuses on making a difference in the life of someone in need.
Why Elf on the Shelf is Worth the Hassle
The beauty of the Elf is that he's instilling a sense of tradition and offering an opportunity for many families to bond over something during the holidays.