The Hidden Dangers of Toys—7 Tips for a Safe Holiday

The economy stinks. I know I don't have to tell you that. I'm sure most of you are feeling the effects, either directly or indirectly, as our family is. But despite the fact that many of us are struggling...

A Bedtime Routine for Preschool-Aged Children

Having a bedtime routine is one good way to ensure your preschool-aged child gets a good night's sleep.

Developing Toddler Motor Skills

If you have a toddler, you already know that he or she is a little bundle of endless energy!  My twin boys turned two several months ago, and they have been non-stop action since they learned to walk. ...

Helping a Child Overcome a Fear of Dogs

It seems inevitable that at one time or another a child will have an unpleasant run-in with a dog.  When my twin boys were about 18 months old, their first encounter with a dog was not pleasant for them. ...

Is It Ever O.K. To Let Your Preteen Quit Music Lessons?

Gift Suggestions for NICU Parents

College Applications -- Tips from the Trenches

Natural vs. Book Mom: Is There a Difference?

Why Is My Preteen So Disorganized??

Toddler Independence vs. Mommy Timelines

Giving Thanks Even when Thanksgiving is in the NICU

Modern Ways to Volunteer with the PTA

Should Children Weigh in on Family Decisions?

Tips for Avoiding Toddler Tantrums

Homemade Christmas Presents - Handprint Oven Mitt

People who love to cook can always use a nice new oven mitt. Why not make this special handprint oven mitt craft to give to your favorite cook for Christmas? The craft is very simple and fast to make because...

Reward or Punish: What Kind of Parent Are You?

I have an extreme opinion on this matter. It revolves around the fact that I was expected to do what was right because that's what was right. And, I rarely recall receiving anything as a reward for doing...

Family Vacation in San Diego

We just recently came back from our family vacation trip to San Diego. It's one of our favorite vacation so far.

What's Happening to International Adoptions from Guatemala

I received a question on our FAQ page about the status of international adoptions from Guatemala. I have to admit that my crystal ball is cloudy on this one. But this is what I do know. Guatemala shut...

Making Christmas Merry for Others

Some Finance Fun with iPhone Apps

State of Adoption from China

Holidays at Sea World

Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Desperate Times, Desperate Measures: Relaxing with Kids Around

Thanksgiving at Disney World

Estate Planning

If Something Can go Wrong on a Holiday, It Will

Homemade Christmas Presents - No Sew Fleece Blanket

Lesbian Mom Scale

Whether you are gay, straight or in-between, this Lesbian Mom Scale will help you better understand diversity within the lesbian mom community.  Just as with the straight community, lesbians arrive at...

Heartfelt Xmas gifts which won’t break the bank

Choosing the right gift for the multitude of people in ones life can cause unneeded stress and guilt.  With a reported $700 million spent on unwanted Christmas presents last year, coupled with the financial...

Avoid Christmas Gift Shopping Stress

No matter how good an intention many of us may set in doing Christmas shopping and preparations early, it seems that scant few weeks remain till the holiday season is upon us and we realise we’ve nothing...

One Year In: A Presidential Report Card

Our country is about a year into the Obama administration. We’re still neck deep in issue after issue, all eager for a flicker of hope on Wall Street, in the job market, in the value of our homes,...

Who hears the baby crying at night?.. and other suburban noises.

Food Sensitivity in Children

Widowed Moms Giving Back

Five Easy Ways to Make Time for Yourself When You Work from Home

Bogus Callers in the Suburbs

Deployment Activity Books and Ideas

Surviving Deployment 101

What to Pack on the Plane when Moving Overseas

Help for Anissa

Help Do the Nation's Work at Home

Yes, I was a Teenage Mom. There, I said it.

I became a Mom when I was 17. I was NOT ready. But I did. I had no idea what I was doing during my pregnancy, and had even less of an idea what I was going to do once I brought a baby home. I was scared....

How to parent Guilt Free

As parents, we face many different challenges daily. Many times we seek the advice of parents, friends or even experts to solve our problems. It can be extremely frustrating when you get different advices...

Reinventing Yourself in Your 30s

I just turned 31 years old last week. I don't really feel any differently for it, but it sounds a whole lot older to me. Just like 30 sounded like I was granted the ability to be taken as a serious, responsible...

An older mom, a better mom

Let's face it. Sure, we may look younger than our grandparents at the same age. Maybe some of us even act younger, or dress younger (please stop doing that. Dress your age). But our bodies know better....

Making New Friends

Type-A Mom Conference Liveblog Overview

How to Feel Powerful Again

The Perfect Mom Does Not Exist

Exercise Gear and Clothing at TJ Maxx

Missing Something

What to Wear to the Type-A Mom Conference

Maintaining Friendships

Work at Home Moms and Babysitting

Kids and Swearing