Circles, Cycles, and Spirals: Musings of a Sleep-Deprived New Father
If this reads in any way disjointedly, please know it was not done for artistic reasons. I have had very, very little sleep. Strange things happen when you’ve only slept for three-hour blocks at a ...
When The Weight Feels Heavier Than Reality
I hate the extra five to 10 pounds I’m carrying around my waist and hips right now. But they're an indication of letting go of baggage and perfectionism.
12 Beauty Tips for the Daughter of a Bohemian Mom
We all have a desire to feel beautiful. As a somewhat philosophical diva, I want to pass on to my daughter a regimen for beauty inside, out, and beyond.
Why Bots, Gifs, and Emojis Are Your Kid's New BFFs
Online communication continues to change how we find, form, and maintain relationships. Here are some of the ways our kids are connecting these days.
My Cigarette-Smoking Neighbor is Killing Her Kids. And I’m Fuming.
Secondhand smoke is well known as a proven health hazard. How can a parent knowingly expose their kids to it?
How to Raise Kids Who Value Biking and Walking
Walking and biking for transportation are great ways to save money, get exercise, be outside, and spend time together as a family.
Why Childhood Growth Charts Are So Easily Misinterpreted
Our systems for measuring children are often understood differently by physicians and parents.
5 Tips to Avoid Mom Burnout – Because Recovery Can Feel Impossible
There are few jobs more stressful than being a mom. It's a 24-7 commitment to nurturing, playing, cleaning, educating, and so on. Avoiding burnout is imperative.
Too many of us get stuck running every fundraiser, coaching every team, and volunteering for every event. Declining every once in a while is an art.
Sometimes the Sexiest Thing You Can Do Is Help With the Dishes
It's rarely easy to align the stars of love. But with a little planning and awareness, there may be more opportunity than you think.
The Truth About Feminism From a Nine-Year-Old
Feminism may have suffered some setbacks in 2016, but luckily we're raising a generation of game changers.
My Friend Is in the Hospital with Gallstones and I'm a Tiny Bit Jealous
It's far from a weekend spa getaway, but there's something about being laid up in the hospital with a minor illness that doesn't sound all that bad.
How I Stopped Making My Family Late for Everything
I'd like to blame it on my kids, but the truth is, I'm the one that always made us late. Until I planned my back up outfit, that is.
I'm Sorry About All the Apologizing I Do
How often do you apologize? How often do you apologize when it isn't actually necessary?
Top 10 Posts of 2016: #3 5 Phrases That Can Help Protect Your Child From Sexual Abuse
5 Phrases That Can Help Protect Your Child From Sexual Abuse by Lucy Aitkenread Over the last few years I have worked with an incredible sexual abuse prevention team. They provide training for sch...
Top 10 Posts of 2016: #5 The Free Time My Husband Doesn’t Realize He Has
The Free Time My Husband Doesn’t Realize He Has by Brigitta Burguess The other day my husband and I got into a conversation1about free time. We both agreed that he, working 45 hours a week, could ...
Let Them Sleep: Why High Schools Should Start Later
Teens often experience a natural shift in their sleep patterns. This shift toward staying awake later is at odds with most school start times.
New Moms: Here Are 5 Ways Biology is Totally on Your Side
Becoming a mother is overwhelming, exhausting, and full of unknowns. But rest assured biology knows what it's doing.
A Letter to My Self-Esteem on the Day My Pee-Proof Undies Came in the Mail
Hey, Self Esteem! You and I will be having the last (dry) laugh when we finally admit there's a problem and make the proper investment in undergarments.
What Happened When I Stopped Praising My Child
Turning off the "good job!" autopilot in favor of interacting with our kids in a more mindful way has benefits for everyone.
Why I Don’t Regret Waiting to Live With My Husband
Most people can't believe my husband and I never lived together before getting married. But I believe it was the best decision we could have made.
10 Cures for Holiday Break Cabin Fever
Don't let cabin fever drive you mad. Try these creative ideas and give your kids some winter memories to last a lifetime.
Stop Hitting Her: The Things I Did and Didn't Do as a Witness to Domestic Violence
It’s not enough to pull over and be a bystander to a cycle of violence that will continue unchecked. We have to do more.
The Most Surprising Thing I Learned at My Wife’s Breastfeeding Class
You'd think you'd know what you're getting yourself into when attending a breastfeeding class. But sometimes it's more than you've bargained for.