Sleepovers are a right of passage for some children; for others, it is a non-negotiable “no.” As parents, we are finding our voices by asking about allergens and even guns in the home before a playdate or sleepover, but...
This statement is controversial, but the sport of boxing isn't violent. Growing up (with five sisters), my parents considered all male sports violent, mainly the sport of boxing. I understand why. When you watch a professional match that goes twelve rounds,...
This post is in partnership with Compass High School.
I recently had the chance to visit Compass High School, an 8th–12th grade private college preparatory school for students with learning differences. As a former educator and school site administrator myself, I am...
Lisa Collum is an author, educator, and mother of four on a mission to empower parents to give their children the education they deserve. We recently sat down with her to answer some pressing homeschooling questions we had.
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It’s Valentine’s! Let’s show the love. How? Try these three mindfulness practices to nurture connection and support your loved ones.
1. Mindful Appreciation
With moms carrying 71% of the mental load at home, showing appreciation for their efforts is essential. Acknowledge...
There’s a new trend afoot—moms and teens getting orthodontic treatment together. In fact, according to the American Association of Orthodontics, nearly 1.7 million adults sought orthodontic treatment in 2016—a 50 percent increase since 2006.
We sat down with Roseville, CA...
Krista Boscoe joined AMIGOS in Ecuador and Mexico when she was a teen. Both her sons joined AMIGOS programs in Costa Rica, Panama, and the Dominican Republic, and now she works for the organization as the Senior Director of...
Many of our children have been thrust into virtual classrooms after schools have shut down. This new way of studying comes with its share of challenges. Here are a few tips to make online learning work, from a high...
Whether it is from TV, conversations with peers or in the classroom, on social media or even as content on memes, our children are exposed to current events 24/7. The good, bad, ugly and lately the extremely traumatic.
Parents have...
From sleepless nights to new morning routines, it can be tough for kids to adjust to orthodontic treatment. And as parents, it can be just as tough to watch our children go through this adjustment period if we don’t...
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Vitalant Offering Blood Donors a Free A1C Check in September
This September, nonprofit Vitalant is, for the first time, offering blood donors an extra check on their health while they help save and improve...
