There was a recent article denouncing the positivity and usefulness of consistency. Rigidity, yes, denounce away. Unrealistic expectation of perfect parenting, yup, denounce that too. Consistency, though- that is the keeper. Read on and you will discover the three misconceptions about consistency. Consistency Is Impossible Nahhhhh, consistency is not impossible, it just takes clarity of […]
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Through the Eyes of a Child
The other day, my younger son pointed to a woman on a TV commercial and said, “Mom, that woman looks like you!” Bless his little soul, but the actress on the screen looked nothing like me. She was young, very pretty, super tall and well – all professional actressy looking. I tried to figure out […]
Until We Had Kids
I often read the the last page of a magazine first (with the exception of The Week, where I read the Real Estate page in the middle first). So I had to smile when I read the last page of this month’s New York Family Magazine first, and discovered this delightful piece by Scott Ambrose […]
Food Fight
A recent New York Post article sparked a food fight. If you missed it, you can read it here. Naomi Schaefer Riley uses Julie Gunlock’s new book to back up her claims that the organic mommy mafia embodies “arrogance and class snobbery” and is an “outgrowth of helicopter parenting.” Throughout the article words like “harassed,” […]
The Little Perfectionists
Yes, I’m talking about perfectionists at age three. I’m talking about the tantrums that happen when they can’t find middle C on the piano immediately. And yes, I’m talking about how they are swearing off piano when they make one mistake while practicing. I see and hear about it all too often with our young […]
Flaxseed, Apple and Plum Muffins
Do you want to add some extra fiber in your diet? Try these flaxseed apple and plum muffins. They are made with whole wheat flour and are filled with nutrients. They are also pleasantly sweet from the brown sugar, apple and plum. If you don’t have an apple on hand, use two plums instead. The […]
Sing It Like You Mean It!
OK – I have a new crush. No, it’s not Brad Pitt (that’s an old crush). Or a new slightly random crush – that’s Jason Bateman (who’s with me?). It’s this dude right here singing his heart out with his daughter (and his wife, by the way). Here’s to encouraging our kids to “sing it […]
Truths and Myths about ADHD
With all of the information available to us, it is important for us to clarify some of the misinformation that is out there. ADHD is a neuro-developmental disorder that can result in weaknesses in attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. It’s more common in boys than with girls. Treatment options consist of medication, cognitive behavioral therapy and […]