Big Kids

I believe that imaginary friends are a healthy part of a child's development. I think that it demonstrates a strong creative mind and I encourage it. My older son frequently invited Bambi the deer, and Spirit the horse to move...

Parenthood is full of questions and seemingly endless decision-making. When it comes to learning to swim and water safety, we’re your partner in getting answers. We’ll share our thoughts and expertise on some common questions parents ask. Trying to decide...

As the weather starts to heat up and it officially becomes summer, something starts to happen to me. I smile a lot more. I get to wear my cute new shirts. And my schedule really starts to pick up....

My daughter is turning 8 this month. She’s already asking for high heels, a phone and a trip to the beach. It’s been an interesting time in our household. We are juggling school, activities, and therapies for my 4-year-old...

Now that I'm a parent, it feels like I am constantly receiving advice, and constantly seeking it out. Occasionally, I'm asked to give it. I've discovered that nothing--NOTHING--teaches you how to filter advice like parenthood. The other day, a friend...

Picture in your mind the final scene in the movie Rocky.  Sylvester Stallone dripping with sweat and blood, puffy eyed, bruised and battered, more than a little dazed.  He’s just put up the biggest fight of his life and...

It’s summer! Okay, I know that according to the calendar summer doesn’t officially begin until June 20th, but southern etiquette says you can wear white after Memorial Day, thus kicking of the southern summer season. One of my favorite...

It’s summertime! Children everywhere are happy and free. Oh yes, the little people of the world are running, playing, splashing in pools - and loving life. And, then there are the mamas. The ones who must keep said children...

What do I say to my kids about school shootings and/or other anxiety-provoking news? How do you help your kids feel safe when their world feels out of control? I get many questions on this.  One thing I always tell my...

Now that it’s August, it’s back to school time. For some, it’s a period of mixed emotions. Some students are excited to enter a new grade level or school students other kids may have some anxiety to go to...