On Monday, I had the honor of speaking to a local Mothers of Preschoolers group on the topic of friendship. If I had any doubts that my talking points . . .
Don’t Forget Your Man: Six Valentine Ideas for Him
The little holiday of love is coming up in t-minus one week, and if you're like me, you've helped the kids write their classroom valentines but have . . .
Simple Parenting Hack: How to Carve out 1:1 Time with your Kids
When I found out I was pregnant with twins, my sister and fellow mom of multiples gave me the sage advice to get my babes on the same schedule. She . . .
What Happened to my Family when we took away Tech
Last week, we took away tech and our children staged a coup. Earlier that day at their 7-year well check, Henry and Harper's lifelong pediatrician . . .
Say and Do: Teaching Our Children to Value Diversity
I love celebrating Martin Luther King Day with my kids because it offers so much inspiration for good conversation. Who was Dr. King? What are civil . . .
3 Morning Habits That Will Improve Your Entire Day
A few weeks ago, I played with the Bedtime function on my iPhone and began waking to the most gentle morning alarm. The sound beats the alarm function . . .
Five Ways to Practice Radical Kindness this Year
A few days ago I was leaving the gym which just happens to be the most hoppin' place in town (ah, New Year's resolutions). It was freezing and I was . . .
I’ve Always Been Afraid of Edges
The most interesting conversations with my kids happen in the car. There's something about that uninterrupted time on the road that inspires us to . . .
Eight Ways to Navigate Life with a Pre-Teen
PSA: Moms and dads of 3- and 4-year-olds, you are going to blink and wake up to a pre-teen. It happened to me. Today is Maddox's 11th birthday and I . . .
Ten Ways to Celebrate the Holidays Without Breaking the Bank
Does anybody else feel a little crazy with their December calendars this year? I'm telling you, I've planned for us to attend so many holiday events, . . .