Families have turned to Sesame Street for generations in order to start conversations and teach important life lessons. With an estimated 1 in 68 American children having autism, there is no better time than now to show the public what it’s like to interact with these special people among us. Read More
National Poison Prevention Week – How Mesothelioma Shaped My Life
The third week in March is National Poison Prevention Week. I am a mother and a mesothelioma survivor. My exposure to a cancer-causing toxin has not only shaped my relationship with my health, but also how I raise my daughter. Read More
Don’t Blame Teething for Baby’s Ills
Teething has had a bad reputation for over 5000 years. Hippocrates, Homer, and Aristotle associated teething with serious diseases… Read More
Children Crash Dad’s BBC Interview: Hilarity Ensues
We’ve all been there. Whether it’s trying to use the restroom in peace or attempting to take a conference call for work, our kids have a deep sense for when we need the most quiet.
If we’ve learned anything from this family’s mistakes, it’s this: lock the door. Read More
Divorce Real Talk: A Case for Dads
Why is it that men, who are good fathers and genuinely care about their children, too often come out of court with less time with their child? Read More
How to Make Recycling Fun for the Whole Family
Recycling doesn’t have to be chore. In fact, it can even be an activity that’s fun for the whole family! Read More
In Defense of the ‘Fit Mom’
I realize now that the bulk of negativity we harbor comes from insecurity. We judge others because we are judging ourselves. When I first saw Maria Kang’s smiling face come across my computer screen, and in turn found myself inwardly shooting her down, I know I was communicating more about myself than I was about her. Read More
Mental Illness in Children – What You Need to Know
Mental disease in children is surprisingly common. The Centers for Disease and Control Prevention notes that about 20 percent – one in five – of American children suffer from a diagnosable mental illness in any given year. Read More
Our Trip to Toy Fair in New York City
The Mom’s Choice Awards® team had a blast at Toy Fair in New York City! 2017 was one of the best years with many AMAZING new products to see! Read More
Raising Polite Kids: When To Begin?
Take this short one-question quiz. There’s no right answer. It’s just about determining your parenting style. Read More