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Talking to Boys About Body Image and Disordered Eating
When Kristine Strange talks about fitness with her two school-age sons, she’s careful to focus on effort, rather than physical appearance. “We talk about how strong our bodies are and […]
How To Be A Fitness Role Model To Your Kids
Our children look up to us for guidance on everything in life, even if we don’t realize it. One way that you can be a positive role model to your […]
What Kids Need To Know About Money
American parents are talking to their kids about money—but kids may not be getting the message. While 63 percent of parents report talking to their young children about financial concepts like budgeting […]
Surviving and Thriving on a Single Income
Life is expensive. Life with kids is even more expensive. According to Pew Research, 31 percent of families live on a single income. Although many families make the choice, others […]
Help Keep Your Toddler Out of the ER
Toddlers are wonderfully curious and active little people. But that means they’re also prone to injury and illness. Here are the best ways to help keep your toddler out of […]
When Toddlers Say No!
The moment your child utters her first word, you’ll probably want to announce it to the world, while quickly marking the occasion in her baby book. The No stage is […]
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 […]
How to Help a Grieving Friend: 11 Things to Do When You’re Not Sure What to Do
My essay on how to help a grieving friend is among the top three most shared posts I’ve ever written. For more on how you can help yourself or others, […]
Homeschooling Moms Answer Common Questions
Since the pandemic began, veteran homeschooling families have gotten many requests to tell others how they manage. We recruited seven local homeschooling moms to help answer some of the common […]
The Power of Awe: Why Our Children Need More Awe and How To Give It To Them
Maybe you just spotted a rainbow, watched a video about our expansive universe, or witnessed the birth of your child. The emotion you feel is hard to grasp—an overwhelming mix […]
Wild Things at Your Child’s School
A nonprofit animal rescue Your classmates may have been wild, but if you grew up in the North State, you probably made it through your entire academic career without so […]
Are Music Lessons Worth the Cost?
Does your child love to sing? Love plunking on the piano or pounding on the drum? Do you think you might have a future musician in your home? The average […]
