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The Kind of Mother I Am
Inevitably my 18-month-old daughter will fall at the park. I will not try to catch her. On a typical day, my daughter will ingratiate herself with the kids whose mothers […]
Schools are Starting to Teach Social Emotional Learning – it Helps at Home, Too
More Goldfish!” my 5-year-old demands. I summon all my patience. “Can you try that again?” “I’m hungry!” I take a long blink. “Honey? Can you—” Her face is still beet […]
How Parents of Kids with Food Allergies Can Support Nonallergic Siblings
I NEED pizza!” my 6-year-old screams from our minivan’s back seat. I inhale slowly to avoid yelling back. A few hours earlier I was crouched over my 4-year-old, giving her […]
My Mother’s Day Won’t Revolve Around My Kids And I Refuse To Feel Guilty About It
Like orphaned socks, random game pieces, and naked dollies, my mom guilt pops up nearly everywhere. I wonder if I spend too much time on my phone and not enough […]
What to Know if You’re Choosing Between Montessori and Waldorf Schools for Your Child
If you’re considering a Waldorf or Montessori school, there’s a good chance you believe children thrive when they have control over their learning environment. You probably also believe your child’s […]
Create Intimacy Without Taking Your Clothes Off
By the time your kids are asleep, your mood is exhausted, not erotic. In theory, you want to connect with your partner. In reality, you’re too tired to make the […]
How To Support a Friend Through Divorce
The first time I attended the wedding of a friend, I knew exactly what to do. I brought a gift, set it on the gift table, and sat on the […]
Does Your Home Feel Imperfect? Congratulations!
When my husband suggested we move the old, blocky, wood veneer table from his bachelor condo to our shared home, I agreed, mainly because I assumed we’d replace it soon […]
