Social media, sexuality and school shootings: Tips for 10 hard talks every parent will have with their kids
I've entered the parenting stage that involves a lot more talking about the important issues in my kids' lives -- and in the world around them. Which is why we're sharing these tips for hard talks to have with your kids. There's something really special about this...
Raising kids to be good collaborators in 4 simple lessons | Life Skills Series
In our three-part Life Skills Series, we've shared tips to help you raise critical thinkers and to raise problem-solvers. Now, I'm excited to share ideas around collaborating and working together. Because what the world needs now (besides love, sweet love) is more...
Raising smart problem solvers: 4 tips to help parents teach kids | Life Skills Series
In the first post of our Life Skills Series, we shared tips to help you raise critical thinkers. And next up, we're talking about how to teach your kids problem-solving skills. As adults, we know how important they are in our everyday lives, but it's hard to think...
Raising critical thinkers: 6 expert tips for parents | Life Skills Series
If one thing has become abundantly clear over the past few years, our kids are growing up seeing all kinds of problems we face in the world, and they're increasingly asking us what they can do, or how they can be part of the solution. That's pretty awesome. And what's...
The worst parenting advice we got: 10 tips you definitely want to ignore as a new parent
Raise your hand if you've ever gotten terrible parenting advice! Wait, all of you who have kids? Ha, yes. Of course all of us have. It's like a rite of passage for new parents. But the good thing is, with some perspective and guidance, you can help separate the good...
24 cool, creative Easter basket ideas for kids all under $20. (We love them all!)
We love finding cool, creative Easter basket ideas for kids that are still affordable. I mean, yes, there are always jellybeans and Peeps, but maybe consider some of these cool Easter basket ideas under $20 as ideas that can be a little more special -- after all,...
What’s the story of the real St. Patrick’s Day? History Channel to the rescue.
If you're one of those parents who can answer any question without saying let's go check the internet! like I do, then more power to you. As for me, I was researching the story of the real St. Patrick's Day to help explain it to my kids, and came across the wonderful...
14 seriously cute Easter gifts for babies to keep them from eating the fake grass
Looking for cute Easter gifts for a baby's first (or second) Easter is always so fun. So much cuteness! So much pastel! So many rabbits! And the best part is, you can save all the good chocolate for yourself. We skipped the fussy baby bow ties and itchy crinoline...
Melinda Wenner Moyer’s parenting strategies to raise good kids into great adults | Spawned Episode 293
We often discuss what it takes to raise kind, generous, ambitious, resilient, wonderful kids who will become kind, generous, ambitious, resilient, wonderful adults. Which is why we wanted to bring back one of our favorite interviews -- parenting and science journalist...
Velotricbike: Empowering Moms with Eco-Friendly, Stylish Commuting Solutions
As a dedicated online shopping site that values the diversity and dynamic nature of women, especially active mothers aged 25 to 50, we're excited to introduce you to Velotricbike. Velotricbike's mission resonates deeply with the essence of modern motherhood, focusing...