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‘I am taking a week off from screens – here is how it’s going’

In an effort to be more present, I've challenged myself to a digital-free week. Find out how it's going, and how you can take one, too.

By | September 25th, 2019|0 Comments

Blended families: 5 ways to be a better stepparent

When my husband and I first blended our family, things were a little rough. Luckily, things have gotten much better with time. Here are some of the things we learned.

By | August 14th, 2019|0 Comments

Fireworks survival guide for families with sensitive kids

If you’re looking for ways to take the fear out of fireworks, or even looking for alternatives to this tradition, here are a few ideas

By | July 3rd, 2019|0 Comments

6 things I miss about the toddler years

Now that my kids are older, here are some of the things I miss the most about when they were adorable toddlers.

By | June 19th, 2019|0 Comments

How smartphones are “destroying” today’s teens

Today's teens have grown up with smartphones, never knew life without the internet, and do almost all their socializing through social media. There's no denying that this generation of teens are different than others. But are smartphones destroying Gen Z?

By | August 8th, 2017|19 Comments

15 things I want my kids to know before they’re adults

There are some major values and skills I hope to instill in my kids before they hit their adult years.

By | May 13th, 2016|8 Comments

10 ways to unplug on National Day of Unplugging

Do your kids spend their downtime plugged into a handheld device? Are they more into connecting with friends via video games than seeing them face-to-face? And how about you? Are you perusing your Facebook newsfeed or turning on the TV to unwind? If this sounds like your family, you may [...]

By | March 3rd, 2016|7 Comments

Why Checking Out Once A Week Has Made Me A Better Mom

We have a deal. Tuesday afternoons, when my husband walks in the door at around 4:30, I have the option of walking out the door and not coming back until whenever the heck I feel like. It is my "night off." I don't always choose to take it, but I [...]

By | March 2nd, 2016|7 Comments

Hey Doc: What the Heck Ever Happened to Bedside Manner?

We've all had that one doctor, whether its our regular MD or someone we saw for a rush appointment while our own doc was in the Bahamas. Y'know, that doctor that seems to know everything about everything, except they seem to have forgotten all knowledge of beside manner and dismissed any [...]

By | February 19th, 2016|0 Comments

New kid-friendly guide to Disneyland

Kelly Pope Adamson of Kenwood put together a guide to Disneyland geared to young readers.

By | January 29th, 2016|4 Comments