As parents, we all have ways we cope to be able to get everything done and give our children what they need. Sometimes, it is easier to put a band-aid on a situation than deal with it immediately. Some...
My eldest just went to college - finally - after the COVID crisis of last year. I’m lucky. I got a bonus year with her, right? Except, it didn’t feel like a bonus navigating all the losses of 2020....
Potty training can be a daunting task. When to start? How to do it? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the potty training information out there, fear no more. I read everything I could find on the topic and...
Mom, what is happening here?
Chances are, if your child had ever come across a newscast, they would be curious to know what they were seeing. When answering questions about terrorism, tragedy, or the like for children, it’s important to...
Every spring, parents want to know the best way to prepare themselves for the fall private
school admission season. And every spring, I offer the same advice. But before I offer this
advice to you, dear reader, be forewarned.
Next year will...
Children are continually learning and improving their abilities. With time, they’ll learn to become more independent. Fostering independence at a young age is essential for self-sufficiency and will shape the person they grow up to be as an adult.
As...
Discover where to find book clubs for kids and teens in the San Francisco Bay Area. We’ll cover everything from library groups to outdoor summer readings.
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Happy School Year! Amazon is celebrating the start of the new school year as sort of a "New Year’s Eve" for kids—time to reboot and start fresh and even set "School Year’s...
Imagine a space where girls can’t wait to do math…
They are curious, collaborative, and creative.
They are empowered, kind, and ready to lead.
... Can’t imagine it?
Then you haven’t experienced Girls Rock Math. But you're in luck, because this summer, Girls...
Last week, I posted conversations with a few co-op families about their co-op experiences to give you a full lay of the land about what it means to be involved in a parent-cooperative model. Now, I want to share...
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2025-2026 Winter Guide
Your Family's Ultimate Guide to the Winter Season around the San Francisco Bay Area!
Winter is here and there’s no better to explore the fascinating...
