This is more of a question than a statement. As mother to a newly crowned six year old, this popular refrain weighs heavily on my mind. I had never given the notion that “boys will be boys” much credence. It’s a sentiment I’d often hear from parents observing their own boys pushing or shoving each…
Heat Related Illnesses and Your Child
As temperatures soar across the country and the humidity rises along with it, this combination can end up being dangerous and even deadly if parents and coaches aren’t up to speed on heat, hydration, and heat related illnesses in children. I spoke with Deirdre Fitzpatrick yesterday morning about the heat and keeping our children safe….
The Breastfeeding Doll…Just a Toy
I wasn’t going to write about the Breast Milk Baby Doll. I didn’t see a need to, nor did I even think it was a big deal. Why such controversy over a doll that promotes breastfeeding? Breastfeeding after all is a natural, wonderful way to feed your baby. The benefits are numerous and well known….
When Lice Happens
Yes, lice happens. It just does. Your child will either be afflicted with this pest at some point in her life, or you will spend some time hoping she doesn’t get those itchy bugs because inevitably someone in her class/preschool/dance class will have had it. And you’ll itch just thinking about it. Although certainly more…
Connected
This past weekend, we spent 24 hours together as a family. I know, I know…we are always together as a family. This is true. However, we are usually scurrying from one place to the next. Our meals are rushed. Our talk is rushed and time spent in the car is often too long. Not…
Maxed Out on Mom Guilt
I think we can all agree that mom guilt is just part of life when you’re a mom. In fact, that first pang of pregnancy isn’t nausea, it’s mommy guilt in its earliest form. Did I have those two glasses of wine while I was (unknowingly) pregnant? Ever since those early days as a mother,…
Stranger Safety and Doing Our Best
I cannot deny what has been foremost on my mind throughout the day, and now, during this late hour, when I mean to be sleeping. I am thinking about this poor child in New York. The one abducted and killed by a stranger. It’s horrific, tragic, and heart wrenching. It makes me think of my…
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