Many parents realize that education doesn’t just take place in a classroom (or even a school building). While so many of our children have found themselves trapped behind a laptop or staring at a phone screen, too many haven’t had the same opportunities when it comes to spending time outdoors. The reality is that outdoor trips can be a huge learning opportunity. Here’s a rundown of why you should consider more outdoor adventures and what you can do to make them true learning experiences: The benefits of outdoor... Read More

You’ve probably heard a lot about “helicopter parents” who hover around their child wanting to protect them and “lawnmower parents” who want to remove all of the obstacles placed in their kids’ path. But the reality is that these parenting types may be doing their kids a disservice. Bad things happen and stress is a part of life. Instead of removing stressors and protecting them as if stress doesn’t exist, we should instead be focused on helping our children and teens learn how to manage... Read More

It’s always a stressful time when you are a mom, but the summer months can really ramp that stress up to new levels. Kids stuck inside complaining about being bored can be aggravating enough. But when they are home, you have less time for yourself and the things you need to do around the house. That’s why it is so important to take care of yourself so that you don’t snap. Here are tips on how to handle self-care this summer for the moms out there: Get a schedule going — First off, one of... Read More

Being a mom is tough and this current pandemic is making it even tougher. What makes it worse at times is that we all want to be a “good mom” but none of us feel like we are doing a good enough job at it. That’s why it’s so important to celebrate the small parenting wins when you can. When you do this, you are reaffirming yourself as a good parent and realizing that there are good things going on in your life, even if it’s just a little victory. Here's a sampling of victories you should celebrate as... Read More

Who would have thought a year ago that the world would be turned so upside down thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic? And the ramifications of that outbreak are spreading to almost every area of our lives. The latest to be hit are summer camps. While many of us have fond memories of spending time at camp with friends, this year those camps will be shut down. Instead, many parents are turning to “virtual camps” as a means of giving their kids some social interaction during the summer. Here are some of the best options for your... Read More

Summer is here, and for moms like us, that can be a crazy time. For some, it’s trying to plan activities to keep the kids from getting bored. But for a lot of us, it’s about getting our kids up off the couch and away from the TV, video games, and cell phones. With so much on our plate, it can be hard to get our creative minds in gear. That’s where we step in to help you out. For those of us who want our couch potatoes active, here are a few ideas for how to get your kids moving this summer: ... Read More

Summer is coming and it seems like it already arrived a few months ago. While the weather has steadily improved and the temperatures are rising, the kids have already been home for some time thanks to the quarantine/lockdown that the country is under. So, with the actual summer nearing, chances are you might be looking for opportunities to change things up to keep boredom and fatigue from settling in. Here are ways to improve your backyard to transform your home to survive the summer: Backyard Entertainment — One of... Read More

Champion Mom: Tips for Homeschooling and Work from Home at the Same Time If you had asked most moms three months ago if they were ready to work from home, most would have loved the idea. At the same time, a lot of moms love the idea of homeschooling their children and helping to mold their minds while spending more time with them. But doing both of them at the same time has been a nightmare for a lot of us who have been thrust into that role thanks to COVID-19. If you are feeling stressed out homeschooling while working... Read More

We are now several weeks into an unprecedented time in American education. Since COVID-19 has forced schools to close, many for the remainder of the school year, parents are having to transition to homeschooling as a result. And, unfortunately, many parents are starting to be more stressed out about the educational aspects than they are about anything else. Many see the loss of two to three months of educational time as very worrisome towards their child’s overall development. If you’re stressed about the problems of... Read More

For most people who have been stuck at home during the COVID-19 lockdown, cabin fever may be setting in. You know how it goes—you’ve binged everything on Netflix multiple times, you’ve eaten all your emergency supply snacks, and you are worried you are turning into Jack Nicholson in The Shining . But don’t lose hope just yet! There are still many things that you can do to keep boredom from setting in for you and your kids. Here’s a sampling. Get caught up on your reading—Many publishers... Read More