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I’ve had a difficult time relating to my boys in the 15 years that they have been on this earth. Everything just came more natural with my daughter, simply because she was a girl I [read more]

Have you ever thought to yourself: “Man, if only I didn’t have to cut up all this paper, vinyl, vellum, cardstock, chipboard, aluminum, leather, felt, acetate, fabric by hand! What I wouldn’t do to have [read more]

Whether or not your child takes a break from ADHD medication during the summer is something that is a personal choice that should be made with great care and consideration. Ask yourself, “Are my child’s [read more]

If you have kids in your home, you know that they are inquisitive little crumb snatchers that want to try all sorts of experiments. I cannot begin to tell you the amount of science kits [read more]

Pry your kids from behind their cell phones and video games, and give them a taste of the exciting world beyond with one of these summer family adventures! Go Camping in Big Sur Take your [read more]

School will be over in just a few days for the youngsters (if it isn’t already where you live) and the lazy, hazy days of summer are right around the corner. If your brood is [read more]

Though we won’t stoop to hyperbolic scaremongering here, it cannot be denied that our nation’s children are nowhere near as active as they used to be. You could put this down to the rise in [read more]

Rituals bring order to family life and make children more secure. Routine creates a comfortable and calming atmosphere, whereas a chaotic lifestyle can be damaging emotionally and physically. Start and end your day with basic [read more]

That cloud of stress and apprehension building as you think about supporting a family off just one income is justified. Every suffocating breath is warranted — because raising a kid in the U.S. (the responsible [read more]

#GivingTuesday is about giving back during the holiday season. Started in 2012, this first Tuesday after Thanksgiving has become synonymous with the holiday spirit, with the saying “good will toward men.” Please allow me to [read more]

Raising a family is the hardest but most rewarding job you can do. It can; however, take a toll on parents and caretakers. With all the different schedules and obligations each member of the family [read more]

Okay, I know it is a bit late in the game to be putting together a Thanksgiving travel checklist (considering we are leaving tomorrow) but I wanted to make sure that I did not forget [read more]

Although a father and son relationship should be based on love and respect, a child learns to be an adult mostly through the paternal figure in the household. Here are five useful teaching tips for [read more]

I have done my fair share of moving in my lifetime – with and without children. Quite frankly, making a move without children is most favorable; however, in the event that is not an option, [read more]

If you’re like me, when you were growing up, moms was just always “there” when you needed her. Your clothes were always clean, your room was always clean, breakfast, lunch and dinner were on the [read more]

I said it would happen. It was just a matter of time before she felt comfortable enough to know that we wouldn’t call in an exorcist or drop her at the pound. Mollyanna talked to [read more]

Trying to connect with a struggling teen can be one of the most difficult things a parent will ever have to do. It can be hard to know what your child is thinking and what [read more]

When it comes to planning a dream vacation – the first step is deciding on the where, and then figuring out the when. This is our dream vacation. What’s yours? [read more]

The Metro Richmond Zoo is a must-see attraction if you visit our city. A local favorite for school field trips, this was our experience with my youngest. [read more]

The Mechanicsville Miler is an annual event held by the mini-brat’s school each October where members of the community, faculty, and students can enter to run the 3 mile run/walk, a 1 mile fun run, [read more]

You came into my life like a breath of fresh air.  I was scared when I learned you were growing inside me; afraid that I wouldn’t be able to take care of you, love you, [read more]