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Three years ago, Carew Papritz had the idea to begin National Thank You Letter Day; a day that not only teaches kids about the importance of gratitude, kindness, manners, and civility, but also serves as an opportunity to teach...
Dads do yoga! This may be a surprise because mostly moms do yoga. Women account for 72% of yoga practitioners and out number men 3 to 1. What brings dads to yoga and keeps them coming back?
Moms. Most often,...
Every Fall, I attend as many school tours as I possibly can. As a private school placement consultant, it’s my job to know cultural, structural, and curricular specifics, so I can match each family with their ideal school community....
The day after Thanksgiving marks the "official” beginning of the holiday season. The sight of sparkly lights and decorations, the sounds of seasonal music, and the smells and tastes of festive foods can create different feelings for us all—from...
Spending a day boating on the lake with your family is one of the most rewarding ways to enjoy nature while bonding with your children. The sound of the water gently lapping against the boat, the sight of birds...
Spark creativity with these three simple engineering projects for kids. Teach them how to build bridges, cars, and catapults using common household items.
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Helping our babies explore new foods is a joy and milestone as mothers. Whether baby’s next meal is from the farmer’s market stall or off the shelf, we all do the best...
We have been lucky beyond our wildest dreams to have two toddlers who, by and large, have been great about going down for a twelve hour stretch at night. Both kids have been sleep trained since around the age of...
I stepped on my last toy at 3 a.m. in the narrow, narrow hallway of our narrow, narrow apartment. It was time. My family and I took the plunge and traded our right-in-the-center-of-it all apartment for a quieter block,...
We all know that reading to children is important. All too often though, we read to our kids to quiet their minds and bodies – a perfect tool for bedtime. But books also have the potential to enliven our...
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A Bay Area Mom’s Guide to a Family‑Friendly Weekend in Windsor...
If you’re craving a quick, high‑visual getaway that feels worlds away from the weekday grind — but still totally doable with kids — Windsor...
