Take the Valentine’s Day Fidelity Challenge
No, this is not one of those silly online surveys. I’m not asking you to own up to any secret crushes, or fantasies of pre-commitment days. Nor am I asking…
Read to Me! How to teach your kid to be a good reader
Can you imagine living in a society where reading wasn't allowed? Throughout history, dictators and religious extremists have used any means possible to prevent children, especially girls, from going to…
Wild: the journey and adventure of being a mom
Reese Witherspoon as Cheryl Strayed in Wild. Photo by Anne Marie Fox/Fox Searchlight Pictures A few days ago I went to see the Academy Award nominated movie “Wild” on the…
Is sleep training right for your baby?
Are you a good baby? No, that’s not a typo. It’s a real question. And you probably don’t get asked it very much. I was listening to a continuing education…
A toilet is a toilet is a toilet. Unless you’re a toddler.
“He never sits still”, the Mom said sounding exhausted. “ I’m constantly running after him.” “And,” I said. “You never get to sit down.” “Right” she said. “I thought it…
Never risk hurting your baby in the beautiful outdoors
The snow conditions were absolutely perfect. The fresh snow glistened in the trees and there wasn’t even a hint of breeze. Boxing Day dawned bright and clear and enough snow…
When things don’t go according to plan, sing Jingle Bells
It was truly breathtaking! The Nutcracker performance was being shown on the Big Screen at the Capitol Theatre to an audience packed with families. Kids of all ages were there.…
It’s Christmas. More is not better.
“This is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen,” she said. Her eyes were wide with awe. She reached up to gently touch the sparkling silver wings that fanned out…
22 Helpful Hints for Keeping Babies Warm in Winter
If you just love the outdoors and can’t wait to get fall hiking or winter snowshoeing or cross country skiing, go for it!... and take your babies with you. However,…
Teaching Your Children How to Stop Violence Against Women
I was going to write about dressing babies for the cold this week. But got sidetracked by all the news about sexual and domestic violence. The topic, of course, is…