Are you looking to make some gifts for the holidays? Make almond butter! It’s so simple! Buy unsalted roasted almonds (I like to control the salt) and process in your food processor until creamy, smooth and delicious. That’s it! Nothing else in the food processor besides those roasted almonds. I add ground cinnamon, vanilla powder […]
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Best Picture Books of 2013
Best Picture Books of 2013 Here’s they are! At the end of each year, culling from reviews and other best-of lists, I compile a list of favorite picture books. I conduct an annual debate with some Boston friends, where we read the books and decide which ought to win the Caldecott medal for illustration. It’s […]
Potty Problems
I know that I should not compare, but a few friends have said that their kids are potty trained and my 2.5 year old is not yet. Should I be worried? Let’s shake it up here and change how we look at teaching your child how to go potty, while also taking some pressure OFF. […]
The Ranch: The Going Got Tough
I silently dubbed this past summer the Summer From Hell. I feel a little obnoxious saying this because it wasn’t completely hellacious, but it was pretty darn close. My normally easy-going son was going through extreme mood shifts and his tantrums had become epic. I was left in tears, feeling completely defeated and fantasizing about […]
What They Already Know
Sometimes, during this chaotic time of year, we are so busy teaching our children about holiday traditions, thankfulness, gift giving and gratitude, we forget to celebrate what they already know. I was reminded of this recently, when I was sent a beautiful video from my friend and co-founder of Stork Films, Julie Meerschwam, which she […]
Coping With The Holidays
The holidays are here, and along with the festive décor, large social gatherings and creation of wonderful memories come major disruptions to family routines. Kids are out of school, staying up later at night, and eating lots of sugary treats. This is a really exciting time for kids, and at the same time, it places […]
How To Prepare For A Caesarian Birth
How do I prepare for a caesarian birth? I am often asked how a woman can best prepare for an upcoming cesarean section, whether it be a planned surgery or the result of unexpected events during vaginal birth. It’s very important that you don’t skip this section in the birthing books or tune out during […]
Tips To Help Children Work Through Their Anger
It is important to start off by saying that it is ok for your child to feel angry at times and to express his or her anger or frustration. Anger is a natural human emotion that everyone, regardless of their age, will feel at times. The important thing is to help your child learn how […]