My Kids Take Melatonin: Don’t Judge Me
My children take melatonin. Every. Single. Night. We refer to their nightly doses as their “meds.” As in, “Are you ready to brush your teeth, or do you still need your meds?”
Can We Talk About Penises for a Sec?
I was terrified of ever seeing a penis, then later sort of mystified at how they worked. I never, ever imagined what a central role they’d play in my life.
A Professional Organizer Dishes: How to “Fake” a Clean House
Professional Organizer Darla Dermorrow shares her tips for keeping the appearance of a clean house...even when you don't have time to clean it.
6 Friends Your Tween Already Has (That you need to be on the lookout for…)
When she was four her best friend was your best friend’s daughter. Now your little darling is nine and her friendships have gotten a bit more complicated.
Going the Distance
Side by side, we’ll walk home, shadowy branches swaying gently overhead, their claws finger painting the constellation of a runner darting across the sky.
5 Steps to Balance Mental Load
When I faced going back to work after my maternity leave, my husband and I faced a very real and common challenge–how to balance household management and the mental load between the two of us.
New Year, New Approach to Resolutions
Today, I am thinking about new ways to think about resolutions. Maybe it will be how I approach each day.
How Radio Can Beat the Influencer Game and Save Families
Traditional media needs to get into the online game! Where are you radio?
I Know 13 is Weird
I know 13 is weird. I know some changes are happening at warp speed and some are taking their sweet time.
I Just Finished Her Baby Book
Fine, I'm not EXACTLY totally finished. There are slots in my daughter's baby book for photos that are sitting empty that need to be filled. I have to remember what she was given for her fifth birthday party, even though I could confidently guess "princess stuff" and "My Little Pony...
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