Black History Month is a time to reflect, celebrate, and learn about the significant contributions and achievements of Black people throughout history. It’s an opportunity for all families, regardless of background, to educate their children about the importance of diversity, equality, and the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our world. Here are some thoughtful…
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Screen Time Struggles: A Parent’s Guide to Reducing Kids’ Screen Time
In an era where screens have become an integral part of our daily lives, from smartphones to tablets to computers, the allure of digital devices is undeniable. They offer entertainment, education, and connection with the world at our fingertips. However, as parents, we are increasingly confronted with the pitfalls and dangers of too much screen…
Spreading Joy: Teaching Our Kids the Beauty of Giving This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, love, and the spirit of giving. While we often get caught up in the hustle of holiday preparations, it’s a perfect opportunity to teach our little ones about the importance of giving. It is a blessing to provide our kids with their favorite items from…
Creating a Legacy of Softness and Confidence for Our Daughters
When we talk about raising strong, independent women, the immediate thought is often of unwavering confidence and resilience. Yet, there’s a softer, equally vital side to nurturing a whole individual: fostering tenderness, compassion, and understanding. How do we strike the perfect balance between cultivating softness and building confidence in our daughters? 1. Celebrate Emotions From…
12 Tips to Save on Back-to-School Shopping
Getting ready for the upcoming school year brings both excitement and the need for careful planning, especially when it comes to back-to-school shopping. As the summer break winds down, families start to navigate the aisles filled with school supplies, clothing, and other essentials. However, ensuring a smooth and budget-friendly shopping experience requires strategic thinking. In…
World Mental Health Day: How to Help Kids Cope With Anxiety
World Mental Health Day, October 10, was yesterday – and is a perfect reminder for everyone to pause and evaluate their mental health. With so much change in the world, and the adoption of a ‘new normal’, it is more important than ever for parents to have an open dialogue with their children about how…
A New Mom’s Heartbreaking Birth
5 Steps to Helping Kids Learn to Forgive
From getting hit with a ball to being insulted or even bullied, kids have no shortage of reasons to get angry. Like adults, their knee-jerk reaction when bad things happen is often to get back at them―that is, seek revenge. Did a classmate call you a name? You’ll name-call right back. If your sister took your favorite pair…
10 Tips to Help Foster Healthy Physical Habits in a Digital World
We all know that exercise is essential to our health and wellbeing; however, in a time when so much of our daily lives revolve around screens, how can parents ensure that their kids engage in regular and productive physical activity? To find out, we asked a distinguished panel of researchers, clinicians, educators, and parenting experts…
Overcoming Parent Guilt
If Ben Franklin were alive today, he probably would have changed one of his more famous quotes to say, “Nothing is certain except death, taxes, and mom guilt.” Especially in a world where we spent the last year quarantining, working from home, homeschooling, and making what seemed like an infinite amount of other huge life…