Three economists have crunched the numbers and found that parental stress comes with a hefty price tag The cost associated with raising a child is astronomical—a recent study estimates the average is over a quarter million per child. But what about the other costs that go along with parenting? … [Read more...]
Daughter’s Desire To “Look Like Barbie” Spurs Mom To Create New Doll Line
A mother in Miami, Florida has taken it upon herself to change the doll market after hearing her daughter say she didn’t like her dark skin and kinky hair. Angelica Sweeting, a 27-year-old mother of two girls, has created the Naturally Perfect Doll line to challenge mainstream media’s perception … [Read more...]
A Mother’s Life With A Daughter’s Anorexia: An Interview With Author Clare B. Dunkle
Award-winning author Clare B. Dunkle was high on life. She lived overseas in beautiful Germany, her career as a children’s book novelist was taking off and, most importantly, her daughters were happy, healthy and teeming with exuberance. But almost without warning, Clare’s life crumpled when not … [Read more...]
Rebel With A Cause? 4 Signs Of Kid Rebellion To Encourage
Think that rebellious streak in your kid's attitude is just a cause for concern? Not entirely. A kid who is set in their ways, assertive or always challenging the status quo is actually demonstrating qualities that all have to do with a healthy sense of boundary-pushing. And that's a good thing, if … [Read more...]
Managing A Minefield: How To Talk To Kids About Divorce
My kids—like most—are full of questions, especially since the divorce. They keep me on my toes and sometimes, their inquisitions even knock me flat on my back. In the last week alone they have asked me the following: “Do you love Scott [my boyfriend] more than us?” “Will you treat D [his … [Read more...]
Photographer Proves “Strong Is The New Pretty”
Taking pictures of your kids playing in the yard, swimming with their friends and generally goofing around is something all parents do. They are memories we all want to hold on to and photos let us do that. Kate T. Parker, an Atlanta-based photographer, did exactly that—she captured her girls in … [Read more...]
New Study Says Quality Time With Kids Means More Than Quantity
In our world of busy schedules, work-life balance and extracurricular activities, a new study can be a comfort for busy mothers everywhere. The study published in April by the Journal of Marriage and Family claims that the amount of time mothers spend with their kids, between the ages of 3 and … [Read more...]
Dear Everyone: Here’s Why I Don’t Want To Read Your Crappy Opinions On What Mothers Should Do
Earlier today, Lydia Lovric, a Montreal-based “columnist, talk-radio host, stay-at-home mom,” wrote a scornful response to piece from 2013 about why Sasha Emmons chooses to work outside of the home. Don’t ask me why Lovric is responding to a two year old article, because I’m as baffled as you are. … [Read more...]
Lego Magazine Wants To Beautify Your 5-Year-Old
On the heels of the whole “Toy Of The Year” fiasco, we now have this: Lego is handing out beauty tips to girls aged 5-12. Yup. If you remember, back in 2011 Lego introduced their Lego Friends line. Aimed at girls, the building sets are pink and purple, with curvy minifigures, animals and even ice … [Read more...]
The Surviving Parent
Want to know my current pet peeve? I mean besides the dude that moves me out of my swimming lane every morning? (Yes - I'm talking to you guy in the bad speedo and earplugs!). Parenting labels. PARENTING LABELS! Helicopter; Free-Range; Tiger; Dolphin; Attachment; Cry-it-outs; Co-sleepers; … [Read more...]
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