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More Than a Hero: What We Love About Fathers, According to Science
Every June, we set aside a day for greeting cards, barbecues, and goofy ties. But as we celebrate Father’s Day, it’s worth pausing to ask what, exactly, kids love about […]
How to Prevent the Summer Slide Without Turning Summer Into School
By mid-June, many parents feel two things at once: relief that the packed lunches and homework folders are gone, and worry about what three months away from school might mean. […]
The Power of Family Hobbies: Building Memories, One Activity at a Time
Sometimes, the best family traditions aren’t planned. They appear as a loaf of banana bread baked “just to try,” a Saturday spent learning guitar chords, or an afternoon tending a […]
The Things We Love Most About Mothers
Mothers wake up already in motion. Before their feet touch the floor, they are mentally scanning the day and cataloging lunches, permission slips, and the child who seemed quiet last […]
Inexpensive Micro Summer Adventures for Busy and Working Families
Most parents enter summer already juggling too much. Work doesn’t pause just because school does. Vacation days are limited. Camps are expensive. And somewhere between the end-of-year field trips and […]
12 Secret Tips to a Successful College Visit
This summer and fall, thousands of teens and their families will tour college campuses. Signing up for the official tour is the obvious first step, but what else can parents […]
Getting Them Outside: How to Swap Screens For The Spring Sunshine
Spring arrives like an invitation, with longer days, warmer air, and a world that practically begs to be explored outdoors. However, for many families, the pull of video games and […]
7 Simple Tips For Finding The Prefect Preschool
We were running errands when one of my teenagers shouted and pointed, “Look! It’s our old preschool!” Soon, my other two teens were chiming in, “I loved it there!” and […]
Raising Siblings, Not Rivals: 8 Ways Parents Can Nurture Lifelong Bonds
We’ve all seen an older sibling hug the baby a little too hard. We’ve witnessed weary parents’ unsuccessful attempts to referee yet another round of “He stole my toy.” Many […]
The Parent Kids Confide In: How to Become the One They Open Up To at Every Age
There’s no sweeter sound than your child voluntarily telling you about their day without any needling or forced conversation over a cooling dinner. Just them, choosing you. But those moments […]