Summer seems shorter every year, and before we know it, we are talking about the upcoming school year. I will have two in high school this year, and for the first time in more tha... Read More
One of the best parts of summer is getting a break from the constant nagging about homework and having to stick to a rigid nightly routine. However, research shows we can’t let ... Read More
The end of the school year comes with many emotions for both kids and parents. There is excitement for summer and a break from schoolwork, but also there can be some stress and an... Read More
Those of us who are caring for kids at home while also looking after parents or loved ones with increasing needs are often referred to as the “sandwich generation.” According ... Read More
Just when the world was start-ing to feel a little more normal — Covid numbers were declining, and mask mandates were being lifted — the conflict between Russia and Ukraine wa... Read More
We spent the last several weeks mesmerized by the winter Olympics. We watched every night together as a family, each of us having a favorite sport, event, or athlete we were cheer... Read More
We are a month into the new year and already 2022 feels like Groundhog Day. While I am trying to stay positive and optimistic, it is the kids whose patience and resiliency seem to... Read More
One year my son asked about New Year’s resolutions and why people have them. I kept it light and positive and refrained from telling him how many people make them but don’t ac... Read More
I am not sure there is such a thing as stress-free holidays, but if the pandemic has taught us anything, then it is O.K. to slow down and be super intentional about where we ... Read More
If ever there were a year to feel grateful, it may be this year. It has been a tough year and a half, but the pandemic has given us a new appreciation for things big and small. Th... Read More
I used to think the toddler years were hard until we had teenagers. Toddler years are taxing physically, but the teen years can be challenging in a different way. Teens are final... Read More
With all the promise a Covid vaccine brought, who would have ever thought we would still be worrying about keeping our kids safe as they begin a new school year? We know so much m... Read More
Have you noticed that since the world began to reopen, our social skills have needed a tune up? I think we all got used to talking to the same people and not doing much. We also g... Read More
This moment in time is one we worked hard for, but also one that truly feels like it would never arrive. For now, most of life has returned to pre-Covid normal with summer camps a... Read More
There are hopeful signs all around us of a more normal summer. Vaccination numbers continue to rise while cases of Covid decrease. There is also hope for the opportunity for those... Read More