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Motherhood Later... Than Sooner, founded by Robin Gorman Newman, is an international organization devoted to those parenting later in life. If you became a mom
Families all react to needing to sell your home and move in different ways. Many children of all ages wish they could keep their lives the same and not move at all. A good way to promote a p… Read More
I love the share economy. I was never really good at sharing when I was growing up because I had numerous brothers and sisters of whom I was the oldest, and at some point, the only way I cou… Read More
Excerpted from GIRLS ON THE BRINK by Donna Jackson Nakazawa. Copyright © 2022 by Donna Jackson Nakazawa. Used by permission of Harmony Books, an imprint of Random House, a division… Read More
It’s easy to wax philosophical about impermanence. It’s much harder to access that objectivity and wisdom while a small human is screaming at top volume.
Things are pretty confus… Read More
Executive Function in Social and Emotional Development
EF is a powerful predictor (in some cases, even better than IQ scores) of children’s success in school and beyond.[i],[ii],[iii]… Read More
Dear Diary,
Today, mom reamed me (was abusive, called me a racial slur, slammed doors, delivered veiled threats, cursed at me, and said that she was “77 yrs old”) — I thoug… Read More
Eating a gluten-free diet is a priority for some families and a dietary choice for others. Gluten-free meals are an excellent option for stay-at-home moms, whatever the family’s dietar… Read More
Getting a good night’s sleep is not my strength. And, one aspect of that for me is being super picky re: my blanket, especially with the change of season, and hormone fluctuati… Read More
Regularly getting a good night’s sleep is one of the best ways to keep your teenager healthy, both physically and mentally. Despite this fact, studies show that the majority of teens i… Read More
Being a working mom can be tough, especially if you are passionate about your career. Wanting to work hard and advance in the workplace and create new financial opportunities for yourself an… Read More
When a woman gives birth, she becomes selfless and only thinks about her baby. You can help her by buying her thoughtful gifts that would make her experience as a new mom pleasant.
Welcoming… Read More
If you are a parent of a child who stutters, watching your child struggle to speak can be heartbreaking. You may worry how their speech will affect their ability to make friends, participate… Read More
As a native New Yorker, I have long enjoyed what the city has to offer, so when I heard of RiseNY and was invited to visit, I seized the opportunity.
RiseNY, a new attraction in NYC that ope… Read More
Women have created and written many things for which men received the public credit. The game Monopoly, for instance, contrary to the tale written on a paper long included with every new gam… Read More
The title of a new play now being performed at The Shed in midtown Manhattan is “Help.”
“Help” as a demand. A scream uttered by the narrator, a Black woman standing i… Read More
The reverse bucket list
A second way to get started on the task of chipping away is to look at the counsel we get that is making us into dissatisfied homo economicus, and simply doing the op… Read More
When you see a play that leaves a lot of room for questions, it then leaves a lot to be desired. Such is the case with This Space Between Us, the new play by Peter Gil-Sheridan in its… Read More
AGE: 41RELATIONSHIP STATUS: MarriedRESIDENCE: Mount Vernon, NYAGES OF YOUR CHILDREN: 16 & 2 years old
I am the founder of Black Girl Everything, LLC, a platform that shines the light of… Read More
The goal of every parent is to see their child grow up to be a self-sufficient, confident, and productive member of society. From the time they are born, we nurture our kids and give them ev… Read More
In your book, you discuss the concept of “who” you want your teen to be vs. “what”. Can you elaborate? In my book, I discuss trying to focus on raising your chi… Read More
Periodically I like to blog about cool items that catch up eye.
Here’s a couple of my latest innovative and fun discoveries.
Since the Pandemic, I have not felt comfortable working out… Read More
Ch.1 – How it All Began
Sending your child off to college is really hard – kind of like chopping off an arm and sending it to live somewhere else. But let’s be real… Read More
Most children go to daycare before school officially starts, and it can be a big transition for both kids and parents. To help your child adjust to this new milestone, we’ve rounded up… Read More
Raising kids is an adventure. And it’s not fruitful to raise them like a checklist we need to perfect. Sometimes, the best way to parent responsible, intelligent, and famil… Read More
The mental health of children has unfortunately worsened by 22% in the past couple of years.
With numerous stressors on the news and at school and home, our kids&nbs… Read More
Motherhood is often stressful, no matter where you are on the journey. Moms carry the weight of daily to-do lists and finding time to relax doesn’t always come easy. Although moms are… Read More
At various times in our lives, we’re defined by what we want and what we’re doing.
In our twenties, we may have our eyes on a diploma, an apartment, and a good paying job. Fast f… Read More
When did you discover ageism and become passionate about it? I have been studying aging for over 25 years, but it was only about 10 years ago that I recognized just how invisible and p… Read More
Valentine’s Day and gifting jewelry often go together!
I discovered JoyAmo Custom Name Necklaces & Jewelry a number of months ago, so with Valentine’s Day quickly appro… Read More
Most people endeavor to put their best face forward, but for busy moms, having a consistent, healthy skin care routine can often take a backseat. It is vital to make this a priority as… Read More
Despite the fact that a large number of people, both men and women, have or will experience loose skin or scars to some degree, they continue to be a cause of frustration for many….es… Read More
It’s been some time since I’ve seen screen siren Kathleen Turner in a film but have been a long time fan. So, when I heard she was doing a one night event on December 16th… Read More
My friend Mike Robbins, who is no more my real friend than Deepak Chopra, davidji or any of the other fine young gurus I’ve surrounded myself with over the years, sent me an email last… Read More
Decorating a nursery is a special and appealing project for a parent. Creating an environment and space with positive energy for your child to grow up can transform an ordinary room into a p… Read More
At first, I just couldn’t find the right words. I would open my mouth to speak and my brain would spin in circles like that unwanted rainbow swirl on a frozen computer.
&l… Read More
Dr. Huian “Anan” Mathre, Kindra healthcare advisor and physical therapist discusses all things exercise and menopause.
There’s a natural tendency to view the body as weak a… Read More
Texting Olivia Cover When my son, Jesse, was very little, he used to try to flee whenever I’d detach his stroller seat belt. Once, on a trip to Italy with almost-two-year-old Jesse and… Read More
AGE: 54RELATIONSHIP STATUS: Divorced/SingleRESIDENCE: Flemington, NJAGES OF YOUR CHILDREN: 19, 19, 21 (twins soon to be 20)
I engineer your purpose into a busin… Read More
Like many of you I have become broadband’s bitch, much to my chagrin and resistance, which I hear-tell is futile according to all villains past present and future. So as such I am in t… Read More
Endearing and engaging are just two of the words that come to mind for the new show, Trevor: The Musical, that just opened at Stage 42 in NYC.
Heading the 19 member company is 13 year old ve… Read More
It happened again. While waiting for the Halloween parade to start at my two boys’ school, another parent turned to me and asked if I was there for my grandchildren. I responded saying… Read More
Prior to listening to this fully-produced, stand-alone audio theater recording of “Rapunzel Alone” by playwright Mike Kenny, I assumed it would be a re-telling of the Rapunzel ta… Read More
When I was approached to blog about Erin Condren, it was a quick decision to have the opportunity to sample of their super fun products.
From their website….Erin Condren is a lifestyl… Read More
What gal doesn’t love new, fun jewelry?!
So, when JoyAmo Jewelry reached out to me, I couldn’t resist the opportunity to get to know the company a bit and sample some of their lo… Read More
AGE: 56RELATIONSHIP STATUS: MarriedRESIDENCE: North HollywoodAGES OF YOUR CHILDREN: Gave birth to two boys, 17 & 15 years old – I also have four bonus children… Read More
I’ll risk your eye-roll because this needs to sink in: Life is not about getting to some perfect destination that gives everyone else FOMO. When your death comes, and you’re size… Read More
Excerpted from Make Your Mess Your Message by Shari Leid. Copyright © 2021 Shari Leid. Reprinted with permission from Shari Leid. Seattle, WA. All rights reserved.
Chapter 49
Tiffani&r… Read More
C H A P T E R 10
The Future-Proof Family
Building a Better Moral Compass and Stronger Communities
If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
—African pro… Read More
NYC mothers know how stressful parenting in the city can be. You have to juggle a million and one things at once. Sometimes, some key to-do’s can slip our mind. Like stocking up on dia… Read More
Chapter 4 – Top Model
You’re always live when it comes to your kids watching you. They have front row seats to your conversations and interactions with others. They are privilege… Read More
What happens when an uptight Mommy Blogger, a heartbroken Talent Scout, and a struggling Actress all share a ride to Paradise, Nevada? Don’t answer before knowing that the driver of th… Read More
BFF Or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girls Guide To Happy Friendships, By Jessica Speer (Book Excerpt)
Chapter 9: Making New Friends
Sophie’s Story—Always the New Kid
“My mom has a job that makes our family move almost every year. I’ve been to four schools already. J… Read More
Yesterday Jun asked me what occupation I could see him as. I said Makers Lab instructor, like Omar at the Michelle Obama library in Long Beach, CA, where we used to live; He’d be in th… Read More
Excerpted from Babies Don’t Make Small Talk (So Why Should I?). Copyright (c) 2021 by Julie Vick. Used with permission of the publisher, The Countryman Press, a division of W. W. Nort… Read More
My son is prepping for college this fall, and knowing he will ultimately be going away, we are giving advanced thought to his dorm life experience. From sleeping to eating, I want to k… Read More
Sometimes I get triggered.
It pulls me down,
Down into the abyss of darkness.
I work to keep my energy high and clear,
But sometimes my mama heart just aches.
I ache to make it better, to pu… Read More
From Get Real and Get In by Dr. Aviva Legatt. Copyright © 2021 by the author and reprinted by permission of St. Martin’s Publishing Group.
Chapter 11
LESSONS FROM JOSHUA’S… Read More
This is such a great book. I love the sample conversation that shows the dos and the don’ts. You start by talking about feelings, which is a BIG topic, especially with toddlers and tee… Read More
AGE: 49RELATIONSHIP STATUS: Happily MarriedRESIDENCE: Los AngelesAGES OF YOUR SONS: 20, 17 and 9
I left a lucrative and prestigious (because at that time, my self worth was… Read More
