Who else grew up knowing Danica in her role as Winnie Cooper in the hit TV show Wonder Years? Flash forward and now she's all grown up. Danica's has proven to be a strong role model for women and girls going beyond Hollywood expectations. Would you be surprised to hear that while juggling her … [Read more...]
Talking To Your Son About Personal Grooming: A How To
There are those conversations that every parent eventually has to have with their kids that can sometimes feel cringe-worthy. The birds and the bees, personal hygiene… we know they are 100% necessary but that doesn’t mean we aren’t going to squirm through the whole thing. And let’s be realistic, if … [Read more...]
Halloween Costume Ideas For Teens & Tweens
Whether your kid still goes trick-or-treating or dressing up for the Halloween dance at school, these ideas will win costume contests, no doubt! Pretty Little Liars Whether your daughter wants to go as Spencer, Hanna, Aria or Emily, there are a few ways to interpret this idea, especially if … [Read more...]
Travel Fit For A Teen
As kids grow, their tastes evolve and they begin to develop interests beyond those of their younger years. I am always searching for travel options for teens and tweens. As kids grow, their tastes evolve and they begin to develop interests beyond the sandcastles, amusement parks and french fries of … [Read more...]
The Evolution of a Working Mom
So I am into my fourth week at work. Wow. Nearly a month under my belt and aside from getting lost in the parking lot and mixed signals causing my daughter to be forgotten The truth is, I was a reluctant entrepreneur. after school, we are adjusting amazingly well. I worked at home for over 8years … [Read more...]
My Very Own Peter Pan
When I was a young girl, especially pre-teen and early teens, I desperately wanted to grow up. I couldn't wait to be able to stay up later, or go places on my own, to wear make-up and drive a car. I wanted to be taken seriously and I just couldn't wait for it to happen. I often hear the statement, … [Read more...]
In All Fairness…
One of the first things you realize when you have your second child is that now the game is all about fairness. Or if not fairness then at least equity. This hit me like a ton of bricks when I was nursing my minutes-old second daughter and addressed her big sister by her then-nickname. I think I … [Read more...]
Being Girl…and Having “The Talk”
Recently Sonya wrote about a great app that helps you track your own period. This app is being well used by teen girls to help them monitor and track their periods in the early days, but wouldn't it be great if there was an app that could sit your daughter down and teach her everything she needs to … [Read more...]
The Years Are Short.
The days are long but the years are short. These are the very wise words passed along to me years ago by an experienced mom in the midst of my post-partum sleepless nights and endless crying jags (mine and baby's). These words were food for thought when my babies were small as I knew one day they … [Read more...]
Blue Mountain Segway Adventure
Planning a vacation in the summer can be challenging. Finding a spot that offers a variety of activities for both kids and adults, whether it's a week or just a couple of days away, can be exhausting. I had the opportunity to spend the last few days at Blue Mountain Resort in Collingwood, Ontario … [Read more...]