As the mother of two adorable boys, I have had the pleasure of planning, putting on, and attending a number of birthday parties. Many of my friends cringe when faced…
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Late to the cell phone game, we were able to wait until eighth grade before each of our kids became cell phone users. Times, they are a changing.
So go ahead. Hang a wreath on every door. Fill the mantel with all the fresh holly and pinecones you like. Line the bookcases with as many porcelain Santas as…
Q: I just got home from my friend’s house and was amazed to see her nine-month-old almost walking. My little guy is finally sitting up by himself – but only…
Like every mother, Kyra Oliver of Richmond loves to recall the early days of parenthood. She vividly remembers the days spent bonding with her infant son.“Hayes was a very contented…
When it comes to communicating with your teen, there are ways to make him or her talk. While I do not profess to being an expert, I have parented four…
As a girl, my introduction to sex came from Judy Blume’s books. A friend of mine says she remembers sharing an old tattered copy of Forever with all the steamy…
One of the best Christmas presents ever – and why the baby doll bucket was a thing!
Growing up, I never really enjoyed Thanksgiving all that much. There, I said it. Maybe it’s because my two boys won’t be able to read for a few more years.…
Q: My first husband and I are divorced and we both have recently remarried. So, our two kids, 6 and 10, now have two sets of parents. We have very different…
I think every parent preparing for the arrival of a new baby knows that a certain amount of sleep deprivation is imminent. It’s just part of the deal. When I…
It’s over the river and through the woods, to grandmother’s house we go…or not.Traveling with kids in tow can be tricky any time of the year, but over Thanksgiving the…
