Dear Santa
For the last two years, my husband Mitch and I have helped our son, Cohen, write his letter to Santa Claus. We put it in an envelope and send it on its way to the North Pole. Read More
Balancing Holiday Schedules
As we approach the holiday season, we tend to think of it as a time of enjoyment and festivities. But this time of year brings a great deal of stress! Read More
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Grow Thanks
âTink you, Gramma!â says my two-year-old grandson, Benson. Hearing that just warms my heart! Itâs so gratifying to know that my children are teaching their children not only good manners, but to be thankful. Read More
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Ditchinâ the Drive-Thru
Itâs 5:30 p.m. You are rushing home to pick up your middle child so you can turn around and get out the door in time to get him to basketball practice across town by 6 p.m. Read More
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Translating Your Teenager
TBH your haircut is totes swag. If you have no idea what that sentence means, don’t beat yourself up â it is just everyday teenage lingo. Read More
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Health Benefits ⌠From a Pet?
I was outnumbered 4 to 1. The vote was whether or not our family should get a dog, and I was the one dissenting vote. Read More
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Injury Prevention for Kids
Fall is here, and it seems like just yesterday our kids were finishing their last day of school and summer was upon us. Read More
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Family Photos in the Fall
Fall is upon us! The university is back in session and football has begun. This time of year is picture time for my family. Read More
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Being a Positive Parent Off and On the Field
Fall sports have begun! Whether your child is six-years-old or 16-years-old, chances are you will soon be dragging your portable lawn chair to a game of football, volleyball, soccer or other sporting event to cheer on your childâs team. Read More
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Back to School and Your Childâs Mental Health
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Back to School Sleep: Get Into a Routine
Summer fun usually means staying up later and waking up later. Now that school is about to start, it is time to start thinking about early start times, homework, and other activities. Read More
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More Things We Should Say to Our Kids
I have seen articles and lists created by parenting and family experts of specific things parents should say to their children. Things like, âIâm sorryâ and âI believe in youâ or âIâm proud of you.â I agree wholeheartedly. Our kids need to hear these things from their parents or guardians over and over. Read More