What’s on your family’s summer reading list? Reading during the summer has proven to reduce the typical summer slide. Kids go back to school retaining more knowledge than the year before. It’s also a great way to keep kids’ entertained in a screen-free educational way. Reading – especially summer reading – sometimes gets a bad…
This post is made possible with support from the American Academy of Pediatrics through a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All opinions are my own. Over the last 18 months, I have shared my experiences with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and ways we can prevent them. It’s been quite a…
This post is sponsored by the Center for Parent and Teen Communication.All opinions are my own. What resource do parents of teens need in their arsenal? The Center for Parent and Teen Communication is a valuable resource for every parent navigating the teen years. They use science-based strategies to support healthy family relationships. Their 100-word,…
Disclosure: This article was written in partnership with Microsoft and SHE Media. All opinions and experiences are my own. I’ve got a secret. Not really a secret, but moreso a confession. You ready? My children and I are enjoying distance learning. Sure it’s come with its own set of frustrations and adjustments, but overall it…
This post is made possible with support from the American Cancer Society. All opinions are my own. When my oldest son was 11, his pediatrician had a very open conversation with me about the HPV vaccine. He answered my questions, showed me the research, and reminded me that the HPV vaccine is cancer prevention. After…
