Our kids live in a world inundated with technology and they have immense access to information. As parents, we often worry about the dangers of video games and the long-term effects of being plugged into the computer for too long. If you want to ensure that your kids are getting the most out of their […]
Sending your “baby” off to school for the first time is tough – even if it is just for a few hours a week. To help make this emotional stage of childhood (and parenting!) easier, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide loaded with practical advice and smart strategies. Whether you’re looking for guidance on choosing a preschool, […]
Swim lessons are a fun way for your kids to stay active year-round. Swim instruction has changed a lot in recent years, so follow these tips to make sure you’re getting the best possible experience for you and your family. 1. Safety Instructors should be well trained to never turn their back on their swimmers. […]
College is a time to explore, discover and ignite passions. One of the most unique and rewarding ways for college students to expand their horizons is to take a semester abroad. No matter where you go, spending a semester immersed in another culture and out of your comfort zone can help you develop critical thinking […]
Few phrases inspire more fear in parents than the dreaded “potty training.” But, getting your child to ditch diapers for big-kid pants doesn’t have to be painful. Jamie Glowacki, author of “Oh Crap! Potty Training: Everything Modern Parents Need to Know to Do It Once and Do It Right” (Touchstone, 2015), has counseled hundreds of […]
Can’t say yes to a dress? A custom gown could be calling your name! A good designer can knit together your ideas to make the dress of your dreams a blissful reality. But, while a one-of-kind wedding dress is an alluring proposition, the process of creating a custom gown can be confusing. To help demystify […]
Caregiving is all about attending to someone else’s needs. Whether that person is your child, friend or parent, taking care of others for an extended period of time can be mentally and physically exhausting. The reality is that many people—mostly women—are responsible for the well-being of their own children plus an aging parent or two. […]
As day camps and summer jobs begin to wind down, it is evident that the new school year is around the corner. What better way to fuel the excitement than with a school supply shopping spree? The clean, organized look of new binders, shiny mechanical pencils and fresh notebooks is hard for anyone to resist. […]
Parenting is not an easy gig. The endless tasks and countless responsibilities can become overwhelming. But in this digital age, there are so many tools aimed at making life simpler. These handy gadgets and apps make groceries appear at your doorstep, let you know where your kids are, check on the dog while you’re out, […]
A Stanford University psychologist named Kelly McGonigal gave a memorable 2013 TED Talk about stress and how it’s been proven to be harmful to health—but only when the stress-sufferer believes that stress is harmful to health. She referenced a study of 30,000 adults who were asked to report their stress levels and to share if […]
