Finding More Family Time
As this year ends, the promise of new possibilities emerges with the coming of a new year. In addition to personal goals, many parents set family resolutions. After all, most … read more
Article Category: Family Relationships
Family Game Night
If you’re busy preparing for the holiday season, how about taking a break in the evening to get together with the kids for some relaxing fun? Here’s a list of … read more
Celebrate Grandparents Day – September 2022
Whether you plan a special family activity, stop by for a visit, or have a Zoom session with nana and papa, your efforts will be appreciated. Here are some ways … read more
Building a Bond with Grandparents
Grandparents, I’m sure I don’t have to tell you how important you are to your grandchild(ren). You are so much more than an occasional babysitter. You teach without it even … read more
Teen Temper Tantrums
Disrespectful texts from your teen: “I HATE U SO MUCH!” Yelling, screaming, shoving matches. Punching walls. The “F” word. Verbally and physically aggressive behavior isn’t unusual for teens, especially if … read more
45 Ways to Spread Kindness
If you have ever experienced a random act of kindness, you know what joy a simple act can produce. The most basic gestures like a friendly smile or a warm … read more
Two Words of Advice for Grandparents
As my friend was introducing me to a friend of hers, she mentioned to him that I wrote an advice column for parents and grandparents. A grandfather himself, he peppered … read more
Cherishing Motherhood
When my daughter Gracie was small, her energy knew no bounds. Now she is 10, independent, and has outgrown Elmo and unrolling reams of toilet paper. Recently, I found an … read more
Business Beckons
Whether you’ve been out of the workforce for months or years, making the transition back after staying home with your children can cause a mixture of excitement and anxiety. Read … read more
Sibling Strategies
Parents of siblings may feel like full-time referees, with good reason. According to University of Toronto research, siblings fight up to eight times every hour — that’s a fight every … read more