Do You Hear What They Hear?

Do You Hear What They Hear?

Moms / Mom Tips

“Are you listening to me?” How many times have you asked your child that very thing? It may seem like you say things a thousand times, and your child still never hears you. Truth be told, they may be hearing you; they’re just not listening to you. Not sure how…

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Make Learning About Money Child’s Play

Make Learning About Money Child’s Play

Moms / Mom Tips

Do your kids know the value of a dollar? In an age when parents whip out the plastic to pay for things, or the ATM seemingly spits money into your lap with no repercussions, it’s hard to teach kids about managing money. But in today’s economic times, it’s important, and…

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5 Ways to Get Lazy Dads to Help More!

5 Ways to Get Lazy Dads to Help More!

Moms / Parenting

Being a parent can be chaotic enough, but having a spouse who’s reluctant to help with the kids and chores can really up the stress meter. Dividing chores and responsibilities is one of the challenges of living with a partner, and not surprisingly, it’s one of the things couples bicker…

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Shaping a Healthy Body Image for Kids

Shaping a Healthy Body Image for Kids

Moms / Mom Tips

“I look fat.” “My butt is too big.” “My arms look jiggly.” How often do you find yourself complaining about your physical flaws in front of your children? Unless the answer is never, it’s one too many times. By showing that you have a lack of self love to your…

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The Best Cities for Kids’ Activities

The Best Cities for Kids’ Activities

Moms / Mom Tips

Whether you’re looking at moving to a new city or just exploring some areas of the country you’ve never seen, there are some really great attractions for kids all over. Of course you want to hit the “biggies” – Disney World, Disneyland and the various points in between – but…

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Fertility and Pregnancy Tests

Fertility and Pregnancy Tests

Moms / Parenting

You’ve had the familiar pang of longing while looking at the babies of friends and family. Heck, diaper commercials may even bring a tear to your eye. But it’s not all emotions; you’ve done the math, weighed your options and decided: it’s time to have a baby. Women of childbearing…

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You Can Handle the Tooth

You Can Handle the Tooth

Moms / Mom Tips

February is Children’s Dental Health Month. That means it’s the perfect time to help your kids brush up on their dental hygiene habits. Sadly, many of us are too casual when it comes to brushing up on our oral hygiene. Even as adults, we’ve gotten in the habit, albeit a…

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Could You Use a ‘Stop Doing’ List?

Could You Use a ‘Stop Doing’ List?

Moms / Mom Time

One of the tried and true organization and time-management tools is the trusty old “to do” list. I was trained to diligently put one together at the end of the day for the following day, and whatever tasks I failed to complete, to carry it forward. This system has worked…

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Easy Birthday Cakes Anyone Can Make

Easy Birthday Cakes Anyone Can Make

Moms / Mom Tips

When it comes time to celebrate your kids’ birthdays, do you simply run to the grocery store to get the latest cartoon character immortalized on a giant sheet of processed sugar? Would you like another option? Well, if you’ve never tried baking your own birthday cake, then maybe this is…

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