Debbie Bookstaber, Author at Reality Moms

Debbie Bookstaber

Debbie lives in Philadelphia with her husband and two sons. She’s a #momprenuer who loves technology, toys, travel and anything that helps her squeeze more time with her children into her packed schedule. After graduating from Yale University with a BA and MA, Debbie worked in the travel industry at companies such as Site.59 (a start-up later acquired by Travelocity), Travelocity.com and Expedia.com. Debbie is currently a partner at Element Associates. In 2012, Debbie helped organize SheCon, and she is a frequent speaker at social media and tech conferences such as BlogHer, SXSW, Type-A Parent, Affiliate Summit, SheConExpo, and ASTRA Marketplace. Along with Candace, Debbie is the co-founder of Bloganthropy.org, which recognizes bloggers for using social media for social good, which is at the heart of what she does every day. Debbie serves on several charitable boards, focusing on education and at-risk students. Find Debbie at Mamanista.com

Getting First Day Ready for Back to School

August 9, 2019

If you could use some help getting started on the right foot this school year Understood.org is also offering a free First Day Ready Guide to help.

Will You #LightItUpBlue For Autism Awareness?

March 19, 2019

April is Autism Awareness Month. Show your support for individuals with autism: change your porch to a blue light and #LightItUpBlue.

The Reality Of Missing School And Chronic Absenteeism

March 5, 2019

Many parents don’t realize that even when absences are excused or understandable, absences can greatly impact a child’s education.

10 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Goodwill Shopping

December 17, 2018

Looking for more variety, more unique and special items, than the shelves of your department store has to offer? Try Goodwill!

Simple, Easy Giving This Holiday Season

November 26, 2018

Although we should work on giving back all year long—giving back this holiday season is as easier than you think. Donate to your local thrift store!

Using an IEP Binder for Learning and Attention Issues

September 21, 2018

Organizing an IEP binder with your child’s evaluation reports, IEP, report cards and other paperwork may sound like a lot of work…but it’s not.

The Reality Of Missing School And Chronic Absenteeism

September 11, 2018

When missing school, many parents don’t realize that even when absences are excused or understandable, absences can greatly impact a child’s education.

Why You Should Consider Adoption

May 1, 2018

AdoptUSKids maintains a national photo listing service for children waiting to be adopted. Since the project launched in 2002, more than 26,000 children who were once photo listed on adoptuskids.org have been adopted and nearly 39,000 families have registered to adopt through the website.