Foster Independent Play
As working moms, it’s easy to feel guilty when you aren’t spending the little time you have with your kids active with them. But, the...
As working moms, it’s easy to feel guilty when you aren’t spending the little time you have with your kids active with them. But, the...
Over the summer, Chloe presented me with a present—a small box with a drawing of her inside. “To remember me while you are gone on your...
Parenting expert, Harvey Karp had a great suggestion for creating a culture of gratitude for your family—gratitude checkmarks. Whenever ...
My mornings have transformed. My kids are in the same school again, which is a 3 minute drive from my house. What used to be an hour-long...
Rowan regressed when he entered Pre-K. Last weekend, my usually fiercely independent kid asked us to wipe his butt. He’s four. We...
Being perfect or being real? Doing what’s best for you or doing what’s best for others? Being connected or being present? Practicing that...
So last week, was a tough one. I ended up having to work most of the weekend, traveled for two nights, and then had two work night...
My kids started school last week, and the daily influx of art and assignments has descended on my kitchen. Here are some tips for taming...
My kids love science. Hell, so do I. The world is an incredible place to discover. Here are a few super-easy projects you can do with...
Sarah Lacy, the founder of working mom community, Chairman Mom, gave some of my favorite advice on keeping your sanity as a working...
I’m writing this in the air halfway through our travel day to the south of Spain. Here are my tips on how we are surviving: Pre-flight...
For her birthday, Chloe got a subscription to Kiwi Box. It’s the best present she’s received in ages. Each month, she gets a well-made...
My newfound travel schedule is stressful for my family. My kids seem OK. I am making a point of being fully there when I am with them....
Does this sound familiar? You kick ass at planning your work-life with quarterly, weekly, even daily plans in place. Then you go home...
I know all moms love to brag about their kids, but my daughter, Chloe, is pretty special. This week her favorite balloon from her...
Sallie Krawcheck, the CEO of Ellevest recently shared a fascinating insight: Boys are taught to be brave while girls are taught to be...
Last Sunday, I reached my boiling point. What started out as a lovely day with the kids ended with me yelling at them and everyone...
I'm continually optimizing our weekday mornings. My newest addition has been a game-changer: I set a timer and tell them that they have...
One of the most important skills you can teach your kids is to have a growth mindset. It's never too young to start—studies show that how...
I appreciate how Montessori schools encourage kids to help around the house. My kids especially love vacuuming and cooking. Involving my...