It’s almost summer – and that means many families are getting ready to hit the road or skies for family trips! Incorrectly installed car seats are the leading cause of death in children under 12. Parents often wonder how to better install car seats in their own cars as well as when traveling in rentals […]
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No Bake Energy Treats
Are you looking for a quick and healthy treat in the afternoon? These no bake energy treats take less than ten minutes to prepare and there is no baking necessary! Just prepare and stick them in the fridge. These energy treats are packed with nutrients and healthy ingredients including homemade almond butter, old fashioned oats, […]
Summertime and the Livin’ May Not Be So Easy
In divorced families where there are smoothly-operating custody arrangements and an absence of major conflict between the parents, summertime plans can proceed with few snags. At the other extreme, when there is high conflict between parents, or when one parent lives far away, is not involved with the children on a regular basis, or is […]
After Mother’s Day: Time for A New You?
I hope you were spoiled deliciously on Mother’s Day. I hope your partner kicked off your day with breakfast in bed and showered you with appreciative hugs. I hope your kids presented you with a hand-picked posy and a great card they drew especially for you. And most of all, I hope you took some […]
Understanding Post-Partum Depression: Teleclass Re-cap
Postpartum depression is one of the most common complications of childbirth, affecting 15-20% of women. Understanding the causes and symptoms of postpartum depression is essential so that help can be sought. With the right treatment and support, a woman suffering from PPD can regain her health and begin to enjoy her role as mother. This […]
Kids and Nutrition
I am worried about nutrition and my child. I try to feed my kid well, but then I see friends feeding their children hot dogs and nuggets everyday. Am I too tough? Hot dogs, greasy grilled cheese, pasta drowning in butter or neon “cheez”, chicken fingers… These are the foods tagged as kid cuisine. Who […]
The Importance of Amazing Teaching Teams
Teachers are the heart and soul of any early learning center. Their educational background, temperament, commitment to lifelong learning and love of the children all contribute to the making of a wonderful place for families to thrive. Parents rely on Directors as experts who can select the best teachers a city has to offer, the […]
How Moms Can Have A Global Impact
It’s the little things Mothers do everyday that count. Clipping toenails, folding laundry, washing little faces; the bedtime songs and stories. The hours spent tossing a football or cheering from the sidelines. Every little thing we do as Mothers adds up. We are so immensely powerful – every decision we make from the time we […]