Five Ways to a Better Relationship with Your Mother-in-Law
Elaine knew the road was going to be uncertain with her in-laws when her new mother-in-law did not speak once to her during Elaine’s and Michael’s wedding. What was wrong? Can this new relationship be helped or changed?When you married
Teaching Social Skills to Young Children
Question: I know having good social skills is important in many situations, including school. What social skills should I be teaching my young children? -- For SocializingAnswer: Both having and not having social skills can influence how well children do
Celebrate Earth Day and Screen-Free Week this Month
Parents: April is a busy month, with most schools observing two special events -- Earth Day and Screen-Free Week. You can make them more meaningful by tying them to family activities.Earth Day is always celebrated on April 22. This year
Introducing Your Child to Music
Question: I love music and want to share it with my young children. What are the benefits of doing this? And how should I introduce them to music? -- Music LoverAnswer: All parents should definitely be taking the time to
Spring into Action: 14 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Spring is here and Earth Day is close at hand, but don’t wait until April 22 to celebrate. Now is the time to reflect on your family’s commitment to the environment. What can you do to educate and inspire your own
20 Questions to Ask During Pregnancy
Frequent doctor’s visits give moms-to-be many opportunities to talk with their healthcare providers. And an ongoing dialogue is the best way to ensure you get excellent care for yourself and your baby. Unfortunately, after vital signs and basic measurements, there may
Emotional Safety
Amy is 31 years old. She is a part-time fitness instructor and a full-time (over-time) mother of two amazing boys. She drives a minivan. One day in 2009, a drunk driver crossed the centerline of the highway and sideswiped her minivan
Life After Miscarriage
The day that you miscarry, you become part of a club that no one wants to belong to. It’s a club shrouded with secrecy, pain, and even misplaced shame. You’re no longer pregnant, but everywhere you look, there are reminders
Young Child Doesn’t Get Phonics
Question: My second-grader simply can't sound out most new words; however, she is a very good reader. If you tell her what a word is, she remembers it or figures it out through context. Her teacher's reaction is: "Some kids
Mompetition . . . Don’t Play Along!
According to UrbanDictionary.com, mompetition is “the one-up rivalry that moms play making their child seem better, smarter, and/ or more advanced than yours. May involve two or more moms and any number of children, even full-grown.” I like the “even