parenting

Let's talk about this: A viral photo of a father sleeping on an ER floor has sparked conversations about equal parenting.  Viral picture of a dad sleeping on an ER floor sparks discussions about equality in marriage and parenthood.…

It can be difficult to consider giving our children a hug when they are being naughty. There is a fear of reinforcing their behavior attached to it, and thus we resort to punishing, taking away toys, or giving them the silent treatment.…

What does it mean to brag? A Spanish proverb says: Tell me what you brag about, and I'll tell you what you lack. Have you ever noticed how some people are full of themselves and always tell you about the great things they've…

“We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future,” stated Franklin D. Roosevelt. In these uncertain times, his words ring more powerful and true than ever before. Here are five things ANY parent…

Parents care about their children infinitely. Only someone who has a child will understand the amount of worry that can enter a parent’s mind. Although this worry is understandable, being a parent isn’t easy; it means you have to willingly…

There are lots of things that are unfair about being a woman. We are consistently paid less, our parenting decisions are judged more harshly, and we are tasked with the unenviable biological work of pregnancy and birth. Often overlooked…

We’re not talking “Tiger Mom” here, where intense focus is directed at excellence in child performance. Rather, what signs indicate maternal prowess that is, simply put, strong? Buy an “Intelligence is sexy” t-shirt! I confess to bias.…