Why Some Nonreligious Families Are Choosing Faith-Based Schools
When Liz* first enrolled her son in preschool, she did not have the experience she was promised. After a year at a secular private...
Expert: How Sleep (Or Lack Thereof) Affect Healthy Development and Cognition
The importance of quality sleep for children cannot be overstated. It is crucial to fuel active brain development, physical growth and emotional regulation. The...
Readiness for Kindergarten: A Parent’s Guide to Basic Skills
The Good Old Days
I began teaching first grade back in the dark ages — the 1960s. Back then, many children didn’t attend kindergarten, and...
5 Tips for Creating a Successful Back-to-School Carpool
It’s time to get back into the school mindset, which for parents means school supplies, packing lunches and carpools.A carpool arrangement can be the...
Back-to-School Health: What Parents Need To Know Before the First Day of School
As we enter back-to-school season, a to-do that might slip your mind is your child’s annual checkup and physical. Dr. Omar Jaber, M.D., MPH,...
First Relationships for Teens: 5 Questions for Parents
During the summer, teens spend a lot more time with their friends than during the school year. It’s possible that your teen may enter...
Easing the Growing Pains of Being a New Parent
By Theresa RiceWhat do you think of when you hear the word transition? If you are a parent, you probably think of kids and...
Supporting Your Middle Child
“Middle child syndrome” is a common phrase used to describe how middle children may feel left out or frequently compared to their siblings. In...
Moms Need Friends, Too
Go to any playground and watch two kids make friends instantly. Making friends as a little one can be as simple as being at...
Do’s and Don’ts: What to Say to Your Young Athlete
Participating in youth sports can be incredibly beneficial for kids, but when parents place a lot of pressure on their young athletes, they can...
