I Miss my Kindergartener (Really)
One of the best parts of my job is that my early morning hours at WCCB News Rising (3 a.m. to noon) have allowed me a lot of time with my two sons, Tyler and Chase. When both boys were…
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Talking About Guns: The Loaded Question Parents Need to Ask
The answer, gun safety advocates say, can be life changing.
I Have Breast Cancer: How Do I Tell My Kids?
Five tips to help you navigate the conversation.
Pallet Projects for Family Homes
Do you love a home improvement bargain? Are you handy with a power screwdriver? How about a saw? If so, you are going to love these pallet projects for families. Since you can get used pallets for little to no…
I Got Schooled by my Husband
I pride myself on being in the know about great deals. Recently my husband brought home one I knew nothing about. He visited the Good Housekeeping headquarters on a business trip. He was there to see how they designed their…
Test Your Kids' Etiquette IQ With This Quick Survey!
Would you like to know if your son or daughter has actually learned all of the manners you have tried to teach them since they were old enough to talk? If they know things like where to place their napkin…
The Work-Life Balancing Act
Being a mom who works outside the home means a very busy schedule. It’s challenging to say the least. You may clock out from the office, but you can never clock out from the job of mom. From breakfast to…
5 Bedroom Ideas for a Restful Night
We're all familiar with the saying "If Mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy," but there should be another equally important quote "If kids don't sleep, parents don't sleep, either." It is so important for children to sleep well in their…
Tuesday Night Is All About The Lady Parts
I'm certain this might seem a little odd, coming as it does in a column dedicated to dads who stay home and rear the kids, still it's something about which I feel passionately.Let's talk female anatomy.No, this isn't some precursor…
It's So Full I'm Gonna Die - No, Not Really
It's going to get real messy in here.When my head explodes -- and you know it's not going to be that long from now that it happens -- I'm going to leave behind a horrifying hodgepodge of pop-culture trivia, Florida…
The Benefits of Outdoor Play
A healthy dose of dirt can go a long way.
Fall Favorites
Autumn is just around the corner, bringing with it colorful leaves, crisp apples, busy squirrels, and a harvest of new books at the library! Here are some choices that are just right for this season.Love You More Than Anything by…
Buckle up for Child Passenger Safety Week
It's Child Passenger Safety Week (Sept. 14-20), which means it's time to bone up on car seat safety. Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children 1 to 13 years old, and 1 in 3 children ride unrestrained.…
The Three R's: Reading, Reading and Reading
Here's some good news for you.No, I'll not be passing out coupons for free beer, comfy recliners and larg-screen televisions (can you tell I'm getting in a football mood?) any time soon. And, no, I'm not going away any time…
You're Not the Only One! Awkard Moments for Adults
I had an awkward moment last night when greeting an aquaintance. I went in for a hug at the same time he went to kiss me on the cheek. He ended up kissing the side of my head getting caught…
8 Surprising Medical Facts About 'Healthy' Eating On-the-Go
Before you hit the road on that holiday vacation or business trip with a mindset of maintaining a healthy diet regimen, beware! What you "think" you know about healthy food choices can hurt you.
"Look Up" Video and Electronic Etiquette Tips Essential for all
Facts: 77% of kids own a cell phone. Kids ages 12 to 17 text an average of 60 times per day. Only 35% of kids socialize with friends face-to-face outside of school. Most kids have a cell phone now, or…
Music Therapy Hits a High Note for Children with Special Needs
Why music therapy works.
The Daily Anxiety of Living with Autism and Asperger's
Understanding how Aspies fend their way through social situations.
7 Habits of Highly Effective Parents of Children with Special Needs
Add grace, balance and energy to your daily routine with these tips.
Do YOU Make These Manner Mistakes?
Please tell me you don't! I am really beginning to wonder if some people just don't know better, or if they just don't care. In the last week, I've experienced these 3 manner mistakes and I'm getting annoyed. Please let…
My Child Is Going to Kindergarten
I'm nervous. This is the year - now the week - that I walk my son down the hall for his first day of kindergarten. I can't think about it too much or I get sad. Where did the past…
Helping Your Kids Make Good Cents
In last month's column I talked about how my oldest son Tyler wanted a Wii U for his sixth birthday and how I refurbished my wife's old original Nintendo and gave it to him instead. We felt spending over $300…
A New Generation of Mompreneurs
What it takes to run your own business and be Mom, too.
