Trying to direct our children to the right path is a tiresome task with little immediate rewards. We tell our children a hundred times to clean up after themselves or to stop hitting their brother, but kids can be stubborn. Through the thick of it, we think to ourselves, “there […]
Every American deals with dozens of expenses, from rent and food, to clothing, medical care, and entertainment. But for families with children, these expenses increase significantly – especially for working parents who have the added burden of paying for childcare. While you probably can’t pick up and move to another […]
We live at a time when research is helping us to lead healthier and longer lives. But some of the things we have learned along the way end up becoming outdated or misunderstood – and parents can easily become confused about what is best for their children. Among these is […]
All runners, and attempted runners, know that racing is no easy task no matter the distance. Marathons, half-marathons, and 5k’s are just as much about the physical as they are about the mental. As a mom, we are going through so much mental gymnastics during the day that we feel […]
A shocking invasive practice is taking place around the country and no one seems to be talking about it. A bizarre training for med students instructs them to perform transvaginal pelvic exams on unconscious women. And even more horrifying… it is legal in 42 states. Yes, med students are able […]
It can be so hard to be a mom sometimes, but the overwhelming joy outweighs all we have on our plates. And it always helps busy moms when we have someone else who knows what we are going through to turn to for support, empathy, and compassion. But that’s not […]
During the school year, parents are used to a routine of helping with homework, setting out clothes, and packing lunches – or sending lunch money – for their child each day. While it’s something we may take for granted, some families struggle with how they are going to provide lunch […]
A pregnant mom was threatened by doctors that her child would never survive. Marta Johnson McClanahan was pregnant when she found out her son was diagnosed with Trisomy 18 which is classified as an “error in cell division” and can be life threatening. But not only did Marta’s baby survive […]
Children have many choices to make when they go back to school. They get to choose a new backpack, pick out school supplies, and if mom allows it even select new school clothes. But in New York City – a new policy is taking it one step further by allowing […]
The culture of death that has become so pervasive all over the world continues to be argued by governments, families, and ordinary citizens. At the heart of the matter is the right for every human being to live – but governments are playing God while innocent people continue to die. […]