Caseta – Smart Lighting For the Dad Who Has It All! »

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Teaching Kids It’s Not Always Rosy »

I feel it's my job to present the world as it is to my kids. This is the world they will inherit, and I want them to understand things won't always be easy.

Mom Hacks – Great Kids’ Books for Bedtime Stories »

Here are a few favorite children's books to be read aloud or enjoyed alone at bedtime or story time.

The Cool Mom »

I think the “cool” mom gets a bad rap. There are so many essays, blog posts, articles, and memes that paint the “cool” Read more…

Mom Hacks – Non-Monetary Rewards for Kids »

Here's a list of fun, non-monetary rewards you may want to consider, depending on a variety of factors including age of child...

How Much is Too Much Treating? »

How much treating is too much? Do you have rules, guidelines, schedules, or do you wing it and hope it works out in their favor, health-wise, in the end?

The Family Ties That Bind »

It takes a little effort to make seeing family regularly work, but when you’re lucky enough to be blessed with one, I think you should make it a point.

Encouraging an Attitude of Gratitude »

When I start thinking about the upcoming holidays, wondering how I can make the season feel special, and magical, for my kids, without spoiling them.

Letting Kids Figure Things Out »

This mom believes teaching her tween to do things for herself will help her become more confident and self-sufficient, on her road to independence and adulthood.

Staying One Step Ahead of Colds & Flu this School Year »

Back-to-school season means "back to germs" to me. I do what I can to prevent the spread of viruses, and arm myself with the right tools for when they strike.

Tweens & Moodiness »

One mom's experience with dealing with tween/teen moodiness, and the tactics she uses in order to get through it unscathed!