When my dad suddenly passed away in a tragic car accident 4.5 years ago, I was in the midst of mothering a 5-year-old, a 3-year-old, and a 16-month-old. I've had several years to heal and to learn how to...

I’ve had a love affair with clothes for as long as I can remember. From changing my clothes to match my bike as a child to eventually spending a few years as a Stitch Fix stylist, finding the perfect...

Starbucks and I can agree on a very important point. It’s time to pull out the favorite fall recipes! Gone is my desire for watermelon-inspired beverages and grilled burgers (actually, that sounds fine anytime). Summer was fun but it’s time...

Participating in a networking group or mastermind group and making the most of it can be a game-changer for personal and professional growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to grow your business or someone seeking to connect with like-minded...

Whether it’s your child’s first time or they’ve been through this process before, trying out for a sports team can be a nerve-wracking experience. Beyond showcasing athletic skills, certain behaviors and attitudes can significantly influence how your child will...

Do we have the ability to prepare our daughters for the tumultuous world of middle school? The answers to “yes” and “no” are frustrating. While we can do our best to have a carefully curated conversation about the exciting...

Tuesday September 11, 2001. Most adults remember where they were on this fateful morning. This is my family's story... I kiss my husband goodbye. There is a beautiful crystal clear sky as I drive to work on the Garden State Parkway heading towards NYC. Andy makes his way to work on the 38th floor of the South Tower in the World Trade Center. We are newlyweds, only married 6 weeks, enjoying our new life in and around the city. The view of the Twin Towers is amazing.

No one could have truly prepared me for motherhood. There were just some things that only matrescence could teach me. Despite all the books I read, I didn’t anticipate the following common experiences from expecting to becoming a mom....

The elders in your life may not be right about everything but they’re right about one thing (now consistently backed up by research): Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Not only does breakfast break the overnight fasting...

I am not good at making new friends. I’m pretty good at being a friend. The friends I do have, I keep. But putting myself out there, meeting new people, those steps you take at the beginning of a new...