Right after I married my husband I got the same piece of marriage advice from multiple friends and family members...
Wait a little why to start having kids."
At the time I was a little annoyed. Did they think I wouldn't...
With Halloween being right around the corner and COVID-19 restrictions still in place, the big question arises: Will Halloween be “cancelled” this year? The answer, happily, is no—not if we adopt the right attitude. Halloween is not cancelled. Trick-or-treating...
COVID-19 is still creating a lot of uncertainty—which has many homeowners wondering whether now is a good time to sell their home.
Well, as it turns out, now isn’t just a good time to sell your home—it’s one of the...
Empowerment. The opportunity to become stronger and mightier than before. Women who rally around one another are a force to be reckoned with, wouldn’t you agree? I love the image of an elephant herd. When an enemy tries to...
The spread of Covid-19 has demanded the majority of working moms to work from home. To some it seems like a breeze, but in reality it can be extremely stressful. I have been working from home for the past...
With the Fall season in full swing, there’s never been a better time to hit the reset button on your routine. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with a new school year and busy work schedules during these unprecedented times....
We love supporting local moms, especially moms that are doing amazing things. Moms are resourceful and constantly driven to solve problems that arise in our everyday life.
Meet one of those inventive Scottsdale moms, Andi Barness-Rubin! Andi, a working mother...
Orthodontic treatment can be accomplished at any age, but many parents find it difficult to determine the best time to start the process. Our partners at Dunn Orthodontics are helping all of us explore the benefits of seeking orthodontic...
This year is definitely going to look different than previous Fall seasons, but there is no reason we all shouldn't celebrate the cooler temperatures after making it through the hottest summer ever. Time to pack up the fam (and...
Looking for a new, fun, and safe place to visit after being quarantined for so long? Look no further: Mavrix is the place to be! Mavrix has something for everyone and all ages. I had the pleasure of visiting...
I am a math teacher, and I am always looking for new and fun ways to incorporate math into my 4 and 6-year-old boys' daily lives. I want my boys to enjoy math and think it's fun. I strongly...
Dear Public Library:
I know it has been obvious for quite some time that I have strong feelings for you. OK, I'll admit it, I love you. When it comes to places to go with my kids, you were always...
Raising a daughter in this day and age is invigorating as much as it is terrifying. We’re in the midst of a female revolution. Women are choosing to set their own beauty standards and those standards range anywhere from...
We all had that moment before we were parents - sitting in a restaurant or doctor's office silently judging parents whose kids were having a tantrum or playing on an iPad. In our minds we envisioned our perfect children,...
In 2020, technology has only become more prevalent with the switch to online learning. New high-tech gaming systems like the PlayStation 5 entice bored kids and frustrated parents who’ll do anything to keep them entertained. Now, with in-person classes...
As hard as you try to teach your children good manners and remind them hundreds of
times to say the magic words, you should keep on trudging, as there are benefits.
Helping young children learn appropriate, polite and considerate behavior enables...
Is it me or did disciplining your children become a topic parents have been taught to fear? I mean, when did saying "no" to your children become something parent's shouldn't do? The amount of red tape around disciplining children...
The post 'Five Tips to Make the Most of Video Chats' first appeared on Zero to Three. Thank you for sharing this excellent advice with us.
Video chatting with apps such as FaceTime and Skype is a great way for...
"There Are Some Things You Learn Best In Calm, & Some In Storm" - Willa Cather
My family lived in South Carolina when I was a teenager. Many years, during hurricane season, a tropical storm would strengthen, and our community...
These days, with the impact of Covid-19 on our socializing IRL, many are turning more than ever to social media. These platforms can be a great way to stay in touch with friends and family and learn about cooking,...
Nice Things to Do for Your Neighbors + Printables
Bringing your community together is more important than ever during these difficult times. There are many that could use a helping hand right now, and by spreading positivity, you can help...
Hello. My name is Jessica, and I'm a serial plant killer.
The struggle is real! Having plants in the home makes the whole place feel cheerier and brighter. But let’s be honest, some houseplants require more care and attention than...
In this day and age, children are relying solely on technology for entertainment, leaving
no room for other activities. Although technology is useful in certain ways, it can also be
damaging if children spend all their time on it. Crafting is...
Are you thinking about getting braces or clear aligners for your child, you may be curious about which orthodontic treatment options are available and make the most sense for your family? Did you know that more teens, pre-teens and...
As one of my favorite authors, Glennon Doyle, always says, "We can do hard things!" This year has been full of hard things, hard decisions, and hard conversations. I feel like we are all a little beat down but...