In response to my own journey to motherhood through adoption, in 2007 I created and launched Helpusadopt.org, a national 501(c)(3) social change organization that helps to make adoption more financially accessible to all.
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What You Don’t Expect When You’re Expecting
Natalie Diaz, parenting expert and founder and CEO of Twiniversity, gave us the down and dirty of pregnancy: all the things you will never expect but really need to know to get ready for delivery day.

Understanding Life Insurance for Your Family: Online Class Re-cap
Last week, we held a highly informative and frank discussion, led by Kellan Goldberg, founder of Eleven Eleven Advisors, about the different types of life insurance and how to determine which type is right for you and your family.

Questions to Ask At First Newborn Doctor Visit
The newborn visit is an opportunity for you to ask your pediatrician questions and discuss any concerns you may have. During the visit your baby will be measured and weighed and have a physical examination.

Mom Foresees Problems with Her Daughter’s Relationship with Future MIL
My daughter “is engaged to be engaged” to a young man she’s been dating for eight years. She, he, and his parents live in California, while my husband and I live in New York. She was raised in what I’ll call a “northeast Jewish” style — lots of communication about emotions and expectations — and […]

Mommybites Chit-Chat: Lisa Loeb, Grammy Nominated Independent Artist
Mommybites Chit-Chat: Conversations with luminaries, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the parenting world: Interview with Lisa Loeb, Grammy Nominated Independent Artist

Working the Crowd at Big City Moms Biggest Baby Shower Ever
For those of you who know me, I LOVE to talk. I love meeting new friends and old – and any excuse to strike up a conversation. That is why The Big City Moms Biggest Shower Ever was my perfect night out.

Scream Free Parenting – Getting to Calm: Online Class Re-cap
When it comes to developing great relationships and great kids we know our children need us to be cool, calm and collected. Yet the biggest challenge in parenting is being cool, calm and collected. Why is it so hard? and What can we do about it? We recently held an important class, expertly facilitated by […]