For Moms

Summer is so magical and fun. We wait for it all year, right?? Now here we are weeks into it and starting to hear the dreaded “I’m bored” comments. Can you relate? If so, keep reading. As a mom of two...

"I'm not sure. It's hard to tell when one virus ended and the other began." I'm sitting on the familiar cushy bench in the corner of the yellow, frog-themed room at the pediatrician's office. The nurse asked me when the...

“Little eyes are watching.” As parents, we are all too aware. It’s why we practice manners at the dinner table. It’s why we scoop the broccoli onto our plates (and wait to raid the tub of ice cream until...

Age gaps can be divine.  I am a mom of five, which means we have a significant age gap between our eldest and our youngest. Yes, we did plan for all five children, but that’s a topic for another day....

Summer is long with young children and if you’re looking to avoid excess screen time, here are some summer activities to keep your preschool and elementary-age kids busy and creatively engaged. A disclaimer: I must confess that I am not...

Many kids love animals, and it feels as if all of them go through different stages of wanting pets of various types. For children, pets often appeal to them like live stuffed animals that give love, and to whom...

Summer is just around the corner, and for moms everywhere, it's not just a season – it's an adventure waiting to happen! As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, it's time to start planning. Whether you're looking for...

Do you feel like the walk from your lounge chair to the pool is FOREVERRRRR?? It's time to leave the insecurities behind and get in the pool. This is for the moms who aren’t entirely comfortable walking in front of people...

As a psychologist and a mom parenting a child with ADHD, summer brings a mix of emotions. The school setting is not always the easiest fit for kids with ADHD brains. Homework battles, lost assignments, and calls home can be stressful for them and for parents. I breathe a sigh of relief when the end of May rolls around! At the same time, summer brings with it less structure and routine, which can turn summer relaxation into a behavioral challenge. Here are a few tips that have helped us survive in the summer wild west.

June is Pride Month, which is a chance to celebrate the LGBTQ community and how far they have come in acceptance and equality in our society. All across the country, cities will be hosting events in June, and many...