The Awkward Phone Call
About a year ago, my freshman daughter told me that a friend of hers (who happened to be a boy) had invited her over to his house on a Saturday night along with a handful of other freshmen kids to “hang out.” Read More
Could the Prescription Drugs in Your Cabinet Put You or Others at Risk?
You may also like
Toddler Tantrums
Kids crying and throwing tantrums for no reason — we’ve all been there. I have an almost 5-year-old and a 2-year-old. The tears are nonstop for assorted reasons: Read More
You may also like
How to End the School Year Strong
Hello, my name is Anne, and I am a lame end-of-the-school-year parent. Read More
You may also like
Age-Appropriate Chores
Unloading the dishwasher, doing laundry, dusting, vacuuming, feeding the pets, making the bed — the list goes on and on. All of these items are daily tasks at my home that my husband and I usually do, but now our kids are at ages when they can start helping. Read More
You may also like
Are We Making Things Too Easy for Our Kids?
It was early Monday morning. As I emptied the dishwasher and waited for the coffee to be done, I glanced at the clock and noticed it was 6:40 a.m., and the light in my middle schooler’s room wasn’t on yet. Read More
You may also like
Deciding on a Kindergarten
This time last year, I was writing about how difficult deciding on a preschool is. Well, one year later, deciding on a kindergarten is 10 times worse. Read More
You may also like
Preparing a Teen for Their First Job
After shelling out thousands of dollars for movies, skinny jeans, coffee drinks and pricey lotion; I am thrilled my two oldest are approaching the age of employment. Read More
You may also like
When Does a Cold Keep a Child at Home?
It’s cold and flu season, and it has hit my household. I blame Chuck E. Cheese and the weather. During the winter months, it’s really hard for the kids to get outside and play, not to mention burn off some energy. Read More
You may also like
Surviving Your New Driver
Learning to drive is a rite of passage. At some point, everyone takes a turn. I remember the joy of turning 16 and getting my first real driver’s license. Read More
You may also like
Teaching the True Reason for the Holiday Season
Ringing bells for the Salvation Army is becoming a tradition for my family. This year, I took Cohen with me to ring the bell for an hour or so. Read More
You may also like
Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive With Your Teens
Christmas was such a fun time when my three kids were little tykes. We did so many wonderful things together as a family during the Christmas season. Read More