Parenting Tips
Standing Ovation
Don't we all deserve a standing ovation? Well, no....…
Hands-Off Parenting Worked… This Time
Vivien now wants to do everything by herself and we are in big trouble if we try to help. Getting dressed, putting on pull-ups or…
Trolling For Mom Friends
Along with the miracle and wonder of children comes BOREDOM. Especially while they are nonverbal. Gosh, the pattern of your life can start to melt…
Lollipop Tree
Here's a mommy dilemma: when do you crash your kid's sweet imagination, and when do you let it ride? Vivien has really enjoyed gardening with…
Food Mistakes
It's always humbling when you realize as a parent you've screwed up. Hopefully, it's something small and not bailing your kid out of jail. Reading…
A Sticky Subject? Results Are In!
Now this week's Cool Mom Poll was something we deal with every day: the stickers on the car window. Putting up this poll really helped…
Blended Family
Hey stepparents! Some of you have mentioned that you'd like me to address our delicate family position a bit more. Well, here's something to gnaw…
Dr. Phil and Me
Okay, yesterday was a crazy day in TV. A few days ago, I was contacted by the Dr. Phil show regarding my video, Helicopter Moms.…
Divorcing Friends
Don't get me wrong, some people should get divorced. When my dad moved out, my sadness was tinged with a great relief! But my knee-jerk…