I visit with my son, his wife and their three-year-old son for a couple of days every six weeks or so. I love spending time with my grandson Michael. My relationship with my son is good. My relationship with my daughter-in-law is okay, but she tends to get snippy with me when I ask even […]
Tag: Relationships
We all need human connection, although we don’t always do our best to cultivate and foster the relationships we value so much. Stable relationships form in infancy. A child’s earliest relationships with caregivers and family members shape her future connections. Read from the Mommybites Relationships archive. From advice for new moms, to marital relations, to relationships within an extended family, you’re sure to find something beneficial.

My Body Belongs to Me
Did you know that studies show that 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be molested? Unbelievable, right? And in light of the recent news, there has been an outpouring of interest in how to keep our children safe. Therefore we resurrected our very popular “My Body Belongs to Me” class lead by Jill […]

Don’t Hide It, Flaunt It
Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a teleclass called “Don’t Hide It, Flaunt It: Teaching Parents Ways to Talk to Their Young Children About Those with Differences.” In our teleclass, author/blogger, speaker, attorney and Parents Magazine contributor Meg Zucker, a mother of three born with a genetic condition leaving her with only […]

Taking the Stress Out of Gift Giving
I want to suggest you do a column on gift giving. I ask because I listen to people at work and in the check-out lines in stores stressing out about this. For example, my co-workers talk about their in-laws as being either cheapskates or extravagant. Then there is the topic of grandparents giving the grandchildren […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Taking the Stress Out of Gift Giving
I want to suggest you do a column on gift giving. I ask because I listen to people at work and in the check-out lines in stores stressing out about this. For example, my co-workers talk about their in-laws as being either cheapskates or extravagant. Then there is the topic of grandparents giving the grandchildren […]
Our next radio show 11/29: Effective Parenting for Parents of Advantaged Children
Come join us for our next internet radio show (listen live on computer or via phone) on Tuesday, November 29 at 1 – 2 p.m. ET. First, we’ll have our panel discuss our topic of parenting financially advantaged children, and then you can join in the ‘lively’ conversation. If you can’t wait for the Q&A session, […]
Happy Thanksgiving: We are thankful for…
Last year, the babybites team shared our their holiday traditions and memories. This year, we are sharing what were all thankful for. Image from Cottage in the Oaks Laura Deutsch, founder & co-owner of babybites My children and for the fact that they continue to be my greatest joy. My husband and for the fact that […]

Dreading the Family Thanksgiving Dinner
I am dreading the annual Thanksgiving dinner with my husband’s family. My father-in-law (FIL) and his brother have strong and differing political opinions and they will inevitably end up having one of their shouting matches. It is so upsetting to me, and I envision our three-year-old son, James, being aware of it this year and […]