By Regan Doleac APRIL IS NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH More than 600,000 children are abused in the U.S each year, according to the National Children’s Alliance. National Child Abuse Prevention Month highlights the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Learn more about efforts to protect children and […]
Are you a foodie? Do you love to cook? Do you experiment with food from different cultures? What food or dining experiences bring you joy? I have many, although I consider myself to have a more predictable relationship with food. I have my favorite restaurants, foods and dining experiences. How about you? Have your comfort […]
As someone who loves to host guests for everything from full-blown celebrations to impromptu happy hours, my goal is to always keep our home guest-ready. But this has become infinitely more difficult now that we have a 2-year-old running wild. Over the last couple of years since our son was born, I often have found […]
Camps are a great way to keep kids occupied throughout the summer, but many let out mid-day, and some only last a matter of weeks. What about the rest of the hours you have left to fill? With a bit of creativity and ingenuity, you and the kids can continue having fun and learning once […]
You know those places you’ve heard are awesome, but you just haven’t taken the time to visit yet? Whether they’ve been here forever and are just off the beaten path, or they’re brand new and still getting the word out. We’ve put together a guide of the most “overlooked” places, meaning you might have failed […]
School may not let out for a little while, but both kids and parents are already thinking about summer break— kids because they can’t wait, and parents because they need to be prepared. After all, it’s not easy keeping the little ones engaged and entertained for months at a time. That’s where summer camps are […]
Communication often becomes what I describe as a beautiful, awkward dance in which we try to find the right steps to complement the moves of our partner. I find that sometimes my clearly spoken words are not enough in my caregiving journey with my parents, so as a result, I must shift to other methods. […]
