Motherhood & Family
Life in the ‘hood
8 Lessons learned from participating in youth sports
We each have our own reasons for participating in a sport or supporting our children in their endeavors. Many athletes are revered because we all […]
How to talk to your kids about the importance of safe driving
Greater independence comes to most teenagers the day they get their learner’s permit. Suddenly the teen can go places on his or her own, plus […]
20 Things teachers don’t need to know about your kids
As moms are busy getting their kids ready for the school year, some might even make a list of all the things every teacher should […]
Hiring: The world’s toughest job
If you saw a job listing or interviewed for a position in which you had to work unlimited hours with no breaks, no vacation, had […]
Youth sports: Personal development is the award
The same debate takes place every season. Winning vs. Losing. I’ve experienced it from different angles and had this discussion countless times with parents and coaches. […]
No longer believing in Santa or the tooth fairy
“Mom, you’re the tooth fairy, aren’t you?” accused my nine year old daughter out of the blue one morning as she held up a tooth […]
Youth sports: How to be a supportive sports parent
A successful experience in youth sports requires the proper support from the player, coach, and parents, similar to a three-legged stool. If any one leg […]
Parenting: 3 Things that matter more than discipline
Tons of parenting books and articles tell us how we should and shouldn’t discipline our children, as though it’s the most important aspect of raising […]
