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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...
Kari Clark
Nov 22, 20191 min read
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Create a Physical Token
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...
Kari Clark
Nov 14, 20191 min read
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Start a New Type of Checklist
Parenting expert, Harvey Karp had a great suggestion for creating a culture of gratitude for your family—gratitude checkmarks. Whenever ...
Kari Clark
Nov 13, 20191 min read
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Eeking Out All The Time We Can Get
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...
Kari Clark
Oct 3, 20191 min read
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Your Inner Screaming Child
Rowan regressed when he entered Pre-K. Last weekend, my usually fiercely independent kid asked us to wipe his butt. He’s four. We...
Kari Clark
Oct 2, 20191 min read
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What's Most Important Right Now
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...
Kari Clark
Oct 1, 20191 min read
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What's the Real Story?
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...
Kari Clark
Sep 23, 20191 min read
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What To Do With All Those Damn School Papers
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...
Kari Clark
Sep 2, 20191 min read
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Fun with Science for the Weekend
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...
Kari Clark
Aug 15, 20191 min read
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Practice Zone Defense
Sarah Lacy, the founder of working mom community, Chairman Mom, gave some of my favorite advice on keeping your sanity as a working...
Kari Clark
Jul 15, 20191 min read
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How to Survive a 20-hour Travel Day with Young Kids
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...
Kari Clark
Jul 12, 20192 min read
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Learning Delivered
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...
Kari Clark
Jun 26, 20191 min read
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Have the Hard Discussion
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....
Kari Clark
Jun 13, 20191 min read
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#FunGoals
Does this sound familiar? You kick ass at planning your work-life with quarterly, weekly, even daily plans in place. Then you go home...
Kari Clark
May 22, 20191 min read
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Pick a New Favorite
I know all moms love to brag about their kids, but my daughter, Chloe, is pretty special. This week her favorite balloon from her...
Kari Clark
May 21, 20191 min read
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Be Brave
Sallie Krawcheck, the CEO of Ellevest recently shared a fascinating insight: Boys are taught to be brave while girls are taught to be...
Kari Clark
May 9, 20191 min read
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Stop it Before it Builds
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...
Kari Clark
May 7, 20191 min read
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No More Morning Nagging
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...
Kari Clark
Apr 22, 20191 min read
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How to Teach Your Kids (and Yourself) a Growth Mindset
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...
Kari Clark
Apr 4, 20191 min read
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Happy Children Do Chores
I appreciate how Montessori schools encourage kids to help around the house. My kids especially love vacuuming and cooking. Involving my...
Kari Clark
Aug 29, 20181 min read
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