Perhaps I should feel badly about lying to those I love so dearly, but the truth is, I don't feel badly at all. In fact, they get me through most days.
What Kind of Hostess Are You? Take the Quiz and Find Out
I have determined that there are three kinds of hostesses: The Bold Hostess, The Loving Hostess, and The Sensible Hostess.
The Best Way to “Go Green?” Go Outside.
Even with the “greening” of parenthood, helping children form an actual connection to nature is often overlooked.
Teaching Children to Appreciate Quiet in A Noisy World
In a world where being loud is lauded, let’s teach our children the beauty of quiet and stillness.
Can Teaching Kids Mindfulness Replace Discipline?
Traditional punishments like detention and suspension are often ineffective. Some schools are turning to meditation and mindfulness and seeing real results.
3 Strategies for Being Genuinely Present with Your Family Even on the Busiest Days
Rather than relying on inner zen to slow down and connect with my kids, I rely on a few strategies that seem to always work for us.
How to Help Your Kids Understand the Ugly Truth About Photoshop
We're all bombarded with images of men and women – famous or not – who look perfect. It's important to teach kids about the reality behind the images that surround them.
Story time at your local library is the Holy Grail for many new parents because it is free, a chance to get out of the house, and a potential opportunity to speak to another adult. Many parents hav...
How to Help Your Kids Build a Better BS Detector
BS is all around us. Heres how to prepare your kids to deal with it, without losing their sense of wonder.
Kid Made Recipe: Bacon, Egg, and Toast Cups
These bacon, egg, and toast cups make the best weekend breakfast, But we love them on breakfast-for-dinner weeknights too!
Dear Childless Jared: New Dad Answers His Pre-Fatherhood Journal
An excerpt from the journal I kept during my wife's pregnancy, as well as what the current version of me would say to the childless dude who wrote it.
What Happened When I Refused to Let My Son Tell Me How to Wear My Hair
Every time my son tells me he doesn’t like what I’m doing with my hair, it has felt more and more like an opportunity and experiment in resistance.
Navigating the Landmines of Emerging Sexuality
Consider these three ways to tweak your influence on kids’ developing sense of embodiment.
10 Signs You're an Overprotective Mom
In the last decade, the term “helicopter mom” has risen in popularity. For those not familiar with the moniker, a helicopter mom is one that “hovers.” She is overbearing and way too overprotective....
10 Science-Backed Reasons You Shouldn't Work Out to Lose Weight
Take a guess at the number one reason people exercise. To lose weight, of course. But that's not the only reason to make it a habit.
5 Moms You'll Find at a Fast Food Play Area
Most parents, at one time or another, will be subjected to the horror that is the designated play area of a fast food restaurant. These places always seem to remind me of the zoo, filled with climb...
Be Honest With Your Child About the Tough Stuff
No matter how stable your family is, there will probably come a time when you need to have a tough conversation with your kid.
The Feeling-Like-A-Failure Phenomenon, and What to Do About It
A deep and meaningful question that has been my constant companion ever since I became a parent: “Am I doing this right?”
The Only Way We're Making It Across This Is Together
Someone asked me recently what it’s like to have four kids, and I paused. Answers flew through my head, and none of them felt exactly right.
Why Every Boy Needs A Princess As His Role Model
It’s not what I’d expected, but giving my son a doll just might be the best thing I can do for him.
5 Ways Parents Can Save the Planet
Saving the planet isn’t going to be easy. Here are five ways parents can help.
Can We Cool It With the Orphaned Superheroes?
If your Netflix account hasn’t navigated away from the Kids page in a while, you may have forgotten that a striking number of comic book movies feature orphans.
The Importance of Me Time – But Just a Little
Finding balance is a mantra these days. But here's the thing- I don’t want a lot of “me time” anymore. It exhausts me. I exhaust me.
3 Ways Collaborating With Kids Builds Character
While not the easiest things to teach, collaboration and the ability to work with a team are some of the most important skills a person can learn.