November 30, 2011 You looked forward to your baby’s first holiday season. It was to be a magical time of picture perfect festivities. However, your little bundle of joy is wailing and clings to you with a steel grip when anyone tries to hold him. How will you survive a holiday gathering without a happy…
February 17, 2012 Homeschooling has become a trending option for stay-at-home moms nowadays. The Home Education Study Institute (NHERI) found that since 2003, the number of homeschooled students has more than doubled and is steadily increasing at a rate of 15% annually. School usually begins at age 3, but because children develop so rapidly between…
February 17, 2012 Homeschooling has become a trending option for stay-at-home moms nowadays. The Home Education Study Institute (NHERI) found that since 2003, the number of homeschooled students has more than doubled and is steadily increasing at a rate of 15% annually. School usually begins at age 3, but because children develop so rapidly between…
February 17, 2012 Homeschooling has become a trending option for stay-at-home moms nowadays. The Home Education Study Institute (NHERI) found that since 2003, the number of homeschooled students has more than doubled and is steadily increasing at a rate of 15% annually. School usually begins at age 3, but because children develop so rapidly between…
January 10, 2012 Tending to life, work, a blog, kids, etc. can unravel into the inability to ever get caught up. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or you work full time it seems we are never caught up. Before you are in need of an intervention, reinvent the wheel. Managing our family time may…
November 13, 2011 Congratulations to The ButterBottom Blog: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! While we typically feature Social MOMS blogs, this time I thought I’d feature a Social DAD. Because ultimately, we’re all in this parenting space together. I enjoy follow Richard’s thoughts and his great sense of humor. As he puts it, The…
November 20, 2011 Congratulations to Miss O Moms: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! I really like that this site started off as a tween website and then spun off into mom territory. Usually it’s the other way around. And as a mom of a tween myself, I find myself definitely interested in what Hermine…
February 24, 2012 It all started three years ago when I got “the call” from my neighbor. “My daughter has lice,” she said, “you should check your kids.” When my son returned from an afternoon at his friend’s house I accosted him the moment he walked through the door. I parted his hair and saw…
January 16, 2012 Every parent wants their children to grow up into healthy, well adjusted, functioning adults. This is not a result that can be left to chance. There are many ways you can help your children to develop life skills through family interaction that will help them in school and when they leave home….
December 9, 2011 The holiday season is by far my favorite time of the year. It’s not just the excitement of taking a bite into holiday meals, decorating the perfect tree, or sipping that first cup of hot chocolate with extra marshmallows that bring me pure joy; It’s finding new ways to teach my kids…
January 20, 2012 Every child has a style of learning, but in this article we’re going to talk about their use of time. Does he rush through his work at the last second, plan a project from start to finish before actually beginning it, or perhaps she plods meticulously through her homework at a steady…
November 29, 2011 We’re compiling the ultimate list of holiday nightmares. And we would love to hear your biggest holiday nightmares! The holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year with family gatherings, gift-giving and more. But, unfortunately, they can also be the most stressful time of the year. From visiting relatives to…
January 19, 2012 Winston Churchill once said, “The price of greatness is responsibility.” The benefits of responsible behavior will help your child throughout her life. From good grades to successful romantic relationships, responsibility can positively impact virtually every area of your child’s life. So what’s a parent to do with an irresponsible child? There are…
February 21, 2012 Are you a busy mom? I don’t know many moms who aren’t – but being busy can be stressful. Ease up on your stress with these time-saving tips: Be Organized You know that old phrase, “A place for everything and everything in it’s place”? Well, I am a big believer in that….
December 16, 2011 … written by Ava Parnass and Jessica Marr. Here’s one moment that all Moms dread: you’re standing next your daughter, and she looks in the mirror and says “Mommy I’m Ugly!” As a child psychotherapist and Mom myself, I’m very familiar with this scenario. So when I recently encountered another Mom’s tweet…
May 14, 2012 Planning a birthday party for a toddler is pretty easy to do. Choose a theme, send out tine invites, buy some snacks, and let them play. But what do you do though when your tween wants to have a party, and understandably does not want a kid party? Start out by talking to your…
March 5, 2012 Life can present some interesting challenges. One of these is taking care of your parents as they get older – while taking care of your own children at the same time. This combination, and feeling pulled in two different directions at once, can quickly leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. Finding…
January 15, 2012 Congratulations to With Just a Bit of Magic: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! Looking for a clean, fun, inspirational parenting blog? Check out With Just a Bit of Magic. Jackie is a working mom of four children and she still finds time to share her stories and even post recipes, reviews,…
February 27, 2012 Pregnant, again. It really amazes me what women go through to have children. It is very easy to forget about all the negative things in pregnancy once you hold your baby for the first time. This was the case for me, at least.This being my second pregnancy, I am yet again reminded how…
February 10, 2012 When I decided to put my three-year-old daughter in preschool this fall, I was at a loss at where to begin. Even though I’m a retired teacher, I had to start with the basics. Most Expensive Isn’t Necessarily Best Every parent wants their child in the best possibly school regardless of it…
February 13, 2012 When I was a little girl, before I knew that God’s response to those who planned out their lives in detail was laughter, I decided that I was going to go to college, travel around the world, become a Broadway actress, write a bestselling novel, then marry a gorgeous, wonderful man, whereupon…
January 30, 2012 If there is one daily question in our house that is sure to get me aggravated, it’s “What’s for dinner?” This is because dinnertime has been, and continues to be a thing of frustration for me. Just the sound of the question drives me bananas. Trying to accommodate the nutritional needs and…
March 21, 2012 Having a baby calls for many resources, which can seemingly pile up in all corners of your nursery. Many new and expecting parents acquire an enormous amount of clothing, baby bedding, toys, baby blankets, bath, baby care and grooming items. Don’t let your closet turn into a hoarding frenzy. There are several…
March 1, 2012 As a parent, you are aware how crucial reading is to your child’s future. It helps them develop speech and language skills, build vocabulary, stimulates their creativity, and sets them up for later academic success. With all this riding on you, what can you do to foster a life-long love of reading…
March 12, 2012 It’s blatantly horrifying. Seven-year-old Brittney Baxter was standing in the toy aisle of Wal*mart when she was scooped up by (allegedly) Thomas Woods, who covered her mouth and attempted to take her. While we can wage a debate as to whether she should have been alone in the toy aisle of Wal*mart…
March 7, 2012 What if you could make homework and learning easier for your child? Memory is one of the key skills involved in learning, studying, and doing well in school. Once your child can better retain information, it’s easier to learn harder concepts and complete homework on time. But how to teach your child…
February 20, 2012 Parenting Country by Country? How about Just Doing What’s Right for Children? With Pamela Druckerman’s new book Bringing Up Bébé extolling Gallic parenting, parents can now choose between parenting the French way or the so-called Chinese way presented last year by Amy Chua’s sensational Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. Druckerman wants…
March 14, 2012 Is it ok for your child to say “No” to an adult or parent? As moms concerned about raising polite children, the gut reaction is, “No, it’s not.” But that may not always be the case. In an interview with Oprah, Elizabeth Smart’s Dad made a statement about how we teach our children…
March 16, 2012 I don’t know about your child’s school but at ours … it is project time; which we know is really mom’s project time. When my son was in kindergarten it was easy. We had to cut and paste pictures of objects to represent letters of the alphabet using animals that run, fly or swim. First grade…
April 17, 2012 Studies show that homeschooling can be more effective in developing a child’s intelligence, compared with traditional schooling, says the HSLDA (Home School Legal Defense Association). Children who are homeschooled are found to outperform their peers on standardized tests, and their ACT and SAT scores are higher than those of public school students. It would…
April 6, 2012 Spring sports season is upon us, and that means soccer, basketball, and an array of other sports activities. It also means bumps, bruises, and bandages. It’s okay to let your child play their favorite sport, but proceed with caution. Yes, your child will probably get hurt, but you can help minimize their…
April 26, 2012 As parents, we have all been there. We’ve reminded our child, for what seems like hundreds of times, to remove their elbows from the dinner table. We’ve felt embarrassment creep up our face while watching our child throwing a temper tantrum at the front of a crowded grocery store. We’ve felt the evil…
April 2, 2012 Sure, it was a mild winter. But aren’t you ready for a break from the daily grind and the chance to sit back, relax, and let your thoughts drift like the overhead clouds? Not to spoil your fantasy, but if your spring break vacation plans include spending quality time with your kids at…
April 16, 2012 It’s tough as a parent to get your child to fall asleep and stay in bed all night. They need a glass of water, want a tissue, have to go potty, want another kiss, or are afraid of something under the bed. The excuses can go on and on. As a parent…
April 23, 2012 It used to be that parents enrolled their child in kindergarten based on the cut-off date. But now they are faced with a big decision … start kindergarten at 5 or wait an extra year and enroll them at 6. This concept of holding a child back on purpose is called redshirting (the term comes…
May 23, 2012 Make some amazing memories this summer by exploring new places and spending quality learning and sharing time with your family. And guess what? You don’t have to break the bank to do it. Here are great summer fun ideas for your family, that won’t cost a fortune: Library There are many great,…
August 17, 2012 Kids and their clothes … it seems I’m constantly buying new items. Whether it’s shoes they’ve outgrown, jeans with holes in the knees, stains on their favorite shirt, or a sudden requirement for a social function, it can be tough to keep up. So how do you meet all the wardrobe demands…
April 1, 2012 Congratulations to Dear Button: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! Dear Button is a place where K and her husband document the trials and tribulations of parenting their new baby (Button). K shares their adventures–in becoming parents, navigating the city, trying to maintain an urban lifestyle, being a freelance designer, crafting, starting a retail…
April 1, 2012 Kentucky sure does produce a lot of Final Four basketball players. Lucky for us, though, it’s also produced public education advocate Myrdin Thompson. Myrdin, a Louisville-based, married mom of three kids and education consultant/advocate, has worked tirelessly for the sake of everyone’s children since 2002. With her kids spread out (next year)…
April 18, 2012 I don’t know about you, but I love sharing my career with my children. They love telling their friends that mommy is an author, and my ten-year-old knows how to edit a chapter better than some of my critique partners! I’m lucky enough to work at home, but many parents head to the office…
April 16, 2012 April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to recognize that we can each play a part in promoting the social and emotional well-being of our children and the kids in our communities. Click to Tweet this article to your followers. Child maltreatment includes all types of abuse and neglect of…
June 6, 2012 When it comes to celebrating Father’s Day, some dads enjoy receiving a tie or other traditional gifts. But how great would it be to show your husband or father how special he is with something completely unique? Whether they are the king of the grill, the chef in the family, or can…
May 2, 2012 Babywearing may be a new concept to many moms and moms-to-be. Its benefits, including having your hands free while increasing your bond with your baby, sometimes seem nearly endless to me. So, as someone who’s tried out several styles, I’d like to share a few of my favorite tips with you. Fave…
April 27, 2012 April is Autism Awareness Month. With the latest research indicating that 1 in every 88 children is diagnosed with autism, as a society, we must gain a greater understanding of this neurological disorder that impacts millions of families nationwide. Parents of newly diagnosed children may feel helpless and need guidance to really…
May 7, 2012 A generation of women grew up watching Tia Mowry on Sister, Sister. Like a best friend, Tia always told it like it was with hilarity and compassion. Now those same fans (and new ones too) can enjoy her hilarious advice on a new topic: motherhood. In Oh, Baby! (on sale now) Tia…