While shopping for groceries earlier this month, my 7-year-old daughter asked if she could stay in the Easter aisle while I grabbed a carton of milk. As long as she was in eyesight, I said yes... More >>

How can you cut behavioral problems off at the pass or at least deal with them in a way that makes them less powerful or less frequent? It really all comes down to common sense and compassion for your kids... More >>

I've been married for 36 years. Like everyone else, I am sheltering in place, so I'm cleaning out old closets and drawers. I came across a poem I wrote in 1997, when I quit my dream job to stay at home with my kids... More >>

My son is now a strapping 16-year-old and does a fine job of remembering homework assignments, books, his lunch, and it's all thanks to you... More >>

I have been listening to you for at least 8 years now, and I have always loved you. I am a mommy to two wonderful little kids. My little boy is 4 years old, and he is so insightful! He loves to help Mommy cook... More >>

My husband made it clear when I was pregnant with our daughter that I would be a stay-at-home mom, and that my job from then on would be to nurture her and any other future children we'd have... More >>

...Today when I woke up, I had all kinds of plans. We were going to go shopping, meet a friend to look at furniture, a bike ride in the afternoon, etc. While I was getting ready, my boy was very upset, and I couldn't figure out why. Turns out he had a fever. My plans were instantly cancelled... More >>

With your support and teachings, I have happily stayed home with my kids, have kept a stress-free home and husband, and been able to work around my family's schedule from home... More >>

Are you a parent who encourages your child to try new things such as learning how to play the piano, the guitar, Taekwondo, hockey, speed skating, swimming, typing, etc.? Do your kids choose what they want to try or do you?... More >>

I'm 33 years old and currently 30 weeks pregnant with our first child. I grew up knowing that I would never quit my career... More >>