Oh, pregnancy cravings. The insatiable longing for often times unusual combinations of foods that you would never otherwise have dreamed of eating. Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Seventy-five to 90 percent of pregnant women have food cravings during pregnancy, but these cravings usually disappear in the beginning of the fourth month. Despite how common pregnancy […]
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Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Mother Feels Abandoned by Grown Daughter
I’m not sure if I should be upset, or even if there is anything I can do. My daughter has become seriously involved with a young man who is very close to his family. By “very close” I mean he still lives at home with his parents, grandparents, and siblings. They are all living together […]
8 Fun Indoor Activities for Energetic Kids
You don’t have to be a parent to know that a bad weather day – or days stuck at home because of Coronavirus school closings or activity cancellations – can be a nightmare for young kids. The ideas listed below are just a jumping off point for the multitude of fun, appropriate, effective indoor activities for energetic kids.
Creative Childcare Solutions for Life in the Time of Coronavirus
If it takes a whole village to raise one child, then thank goodness we live in New York City. There are certain characteristics of NYC life that work in moms’ and dads’ favor when it comes to childcare. This has never been more true than right now, when many schools and daycares are closing due to the rising confirmed cases of Coronavirus in the NY area.
This Is How to Be an Awesome Stepmom
I am not an amazing step mom, but I aspire to be. Here are a few of my personal practices on the road to becoming an amazing step mom.
Here are 5 Ways to Organize Kids’ Toys
Toys have entertained children for generations. But when it comes to the aftermath—the sea of scattered toys all over the floor, after a long day of fun—cleaning up can be a huge chore. Here are some great tips on how to organize those toys without stressing out your kiddos!
This is How to Potty Train: The Basics
Many families feel daunted by the potty training task. There are so many methods, tools, and gadgets – but which ones will work best for your child and your family? It is important to understand that because no child is the same, your approach to toilet training must be individualized.
What Do You Do When Religious Neighbors Start Proselytizing to Your Kids?
My husband, my two sons (ages seven and nine) and I live next door to my sister, her husband and their seven-year-old daughter and ten-year-old son. We intentionally live near each other; we all get along really well and there is a lot of back and forth between our two houses. A few weeks ago […]