Summer vacation is finally here, and this is a time of year that parents approach with both excitement and a little trepidation. On the one hand, it’s nice to experience a lull in an otherwise busy schedule – no more busy nights full of homework, packing lunches, and other school preparation activities. On the other […]
4 Indoor Summer Activities for Kids
Summer vacation is here, which means time for fun in the sun in much of the country. In Arizona, however, temperatures often exceed 100 degrees, and too much sun exposure could prove dangerous, especially for our younger children. Fortunately, there are still plenty of ways you can have fun inside this summer when extreme temperatures […]
A Comprehensive History of Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 13th, is Mother’s Day this year – the U.S. holiday celebrating and honoring mothers. Many are unfamiliar with how, where, and why the holiday first began. It may surprise you to learn that honoring mothers has quite a long history, dating back to ancient Egypt and Greece. Worship of Mother Deities in Ancient […]
Why it’s Not Cool to be the Cool Mom or Dad
Many parents want to be their child’s best friend and also experience societal pressure to be the “cool mom” or the “cool dad.” We want to hear our kids friends whisper enviously, “wow, your mom is so cool.” For some parents, the urge to be the “cool parent” is so strong that we ignore or […]
Adaptive Clothes for Special Needs Kids
If you have a child with special needs, everyday activities present an ongoing challenge. Routines for getting dressed, eating, taking care of personal hygiene, going to bed, and getting ready for an outing require more steps than they do for most families. For many children and parents, adaptive clothes makes things just a little bit […]
3 Signs of Cyberbullying and What to Do About It
As technology becomes more significant in our everyday lives, cyberbullying becomes increasingly common. Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, texts and other digital platforms are all venues for cyberbullying. While it is difficult to measure statistically because of how hard it is to spot, studies have shown that one in four teenagers has been the victim […]
6 Signs of Teen Depression
You know your teen may be prone to mood swings, even bouts of anger or profound sadness. This is part of adolescence – but how do you know when it’s something more? Teen depression is a major problem in the United States, contributing to hundreds of suicides each year. In fact, depression is more prevalent […]
9 Ideas to Entertain Young Kids During School Breaks
Holiday breaks are always on the horizon. Whether you’re looking forward to summer vacation or a few weeks off for Christmas, you may need some fresh ideas for keeping your kids entertained and active while they aren’t in school. Here are a few ideas to keep their bodies active and their minds engaged during school […]
