Okay, parents. Let's talk 13 Reasons Why and whether your kids should be watching it. Because, no doubt, your kids are doing just that. And now that it's been picked up for a second season on Netflix, the question about whether your kids…
As parents, we're our kids' biggest fans, right? That's why a lot of us tend to compliment them. A lot. Whether it's the first time they learn to ride a bike, the masterpiece they created in art class, a stellar report card, or even that…
My boys have been cooking alongside me ever since they were little. But now that they're older and I'd love for them make their own breakfast , prep their own snacks, and put together their own lunches from time to time, I'm finding it h…
As someone who left a full-time advertising career behind to become a writer, website publisher, and public speaker -- all while raising tiny children , all while being the sole earner in my household -- I totally get how scary it is to …
I still remember when my son's then first-grade teacher asked if they could test him for the gifted program in our school district. I looked at her and asked, "Are you sure?" I just thought my sweet, curious boy asked a lot of questions.…
We know a little something about reinvention after motherhood and women entrepreneurs. Hey, Kristen did an entire TedX talk about it! And I've made a few career switches myself -- finally landing on this sweet gig that Kristen and I crea…
Having a new baby is completely life-changing in the best possible way...and, in some harder-to-embrace ways too. (Looking at you, complete lack of sleep.) If you're anything like me, a house that's in chaos will make you feel even more …
We're happy to be working with our sponsor Brother to bring you this post If we had a nickel for every time we told our kids to put away their shoes or pick up their toys, well, we'd be writing this from our yacht in the south of France …
Yes there are like so many holidays and official months, it can be hard to keep track. But one that makes a lot of sense to set a calendar alert for is National Car Care Month , which happens to be right now. You know how we all remember…
We are always on the lookout for tips and tricks to help us save money when we're at the supermarket. Because really, who wouldn't love to save a few bucks (or uh, a lot of bucks) on groceries? We all know about coupons and price compari…
I was so proud of myself, the first time my daughter wanted to color her hair at home and asked for a pink stripe in her hair. I did all the research (what's easiest, safest, least messy ) and finally settled on dyeing it with...Kool-Aid…
So let's talk brows. Or more specifically, how to get the perfect brow . Because as I've said before, if there is one single thing you can do to make you look polished -- even if you wear no other makeup -- it's making sure your brows lo…
If your family has been thinking about adopting, I'm here as a BTDT mom to help. This year, my family grew by one more child when my husband and I adopted our daughter, a spunky 2-year-old from South Korea. It feels like we're experts on…
You may be wondering just how to remove ticks from your kids, should the need arise. And we don't blame you one bit. With the warmer weather comes longer days spent outdoors and kids running barefoot in the yard. Also, increased warning …
I've got good news and bad news. The good news is that you can totally write a book. You don't need otherworldly talent (though you do need some talent); you don't need an MFA you promised yourself you'd get but never did; you don't even…
If you're not getting much more than a "yeah," "nope," or "fine" when you ask about your kid's day at school, it might be time for some new conversations starters. (Trust us, we're right there with you.) So we set out to collect dozens o…
I've been looking for some fun ways to up our Easter egg decorating game this year. You know, beyond the very reliable Paas kit I usually grab in the checkout line at the grocery. Enter, unicorn eggs. The most amazing DIY unicorn eggs fo…
With six people living in my house, there are days when I feel like all I do is laundry. And that the baskets of dirty clothes just keep piling up. (Stop the insanity!) But there is one quick laundry tip has changed my life in a good way…
As a single mom of four kids, you can probably imagine how tough it is to give my kids individual time, at least without hiring a babysitter and spending even more money on dinner or a movie. Turns out, you don't have to spend money -- o…
One of the questions parents are always asking each other is, "how much should I be spending on my babysitter or nanny?" The answer is so tough. The last thing I want to do is underpay someone with the important job of taking care of my …
This March 8 is International Women's Day, and for many, it's also become A Day Without A Woman , which is described as an action "for equity, justice, and the human rights of women and all gender-oppressed people, through a one-day demo…
I'm convinced my kids' toys are spontaneously spawning in the playroom at night while we sleep. Surely I'm not the only parent who can't figure out where all my kids' toys have come from. As a result, I'm constantly in need of new storag…
I confess that when I'm struggling with an issue or looking for guidance, wisdom or just calm, I have always been a fan of various oracles and methods of divination. And I don't mean the fortune teller at a street fair years ago, who loo…
My kids are wiped when they get home from school. They always seem to need a snack to recharge and a bit of time to zone out before gearing up for the rest of their day, whether it be for basketball practice, homework, or just running ar…