National parenting expert, and author of the bestselling The Available Parent, Dr. John Duffy was featured in a recent article on SheKnows, “Are You Pushing Your Kids too Hard—Or Not Hard Enough?”. Kim Grundy of SheKnows asks “If... Read More
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Dear Parents: As our kids start heading back to school, we need your help to make sure their walk is a safe one. Take Action Did you know that 1 in 5 high school students crosses the street while distracted by a device? Share our... Read More
How many times have your kids given the obligatory “I’m sorry” when we know good and well they didn’t really mean it? You know the drill…the child does something unsavory to a sibling or friend and mom or dad mandate that an apology be issued... Read More
Sun, surf and blue skies ahead with Appaman’s Spring 2012 collection. Forecasting an expansion into sunglasses, girl’s swimwear and a diverse ready to wear collection, Appaman will have you seeing warm weather ahead. The newly expanded swimwear... Read More
This review will similar to masses already in circulation. The weekend can be summed up to Wolves, wands, water and a heckuva lot of little kiddos! It was a combination of BIG fun in PA. The Hicks family spent Friday-Sunday (Veteran’s Day Holiday)... Read More
Trick or treat! It’s that time of year again, and there’s no reason you have to wait until Oct. 31 to enjoy Halloween. Dress your kids in costume (and yourself for that matter!) and head out to one of the many Halloween events for kids. ... Read More
My wife is an administrator/educator and at a middle school. Luckily at her school – there is a zero tolerance for bullying. It’s become the norm across the country. There are also as many stories published that the “zero – tolerance”... Read More
The American Psychological Association shows that teen stress has increased to epidemic levels and called it a medical health hazard. Parents need to be aware, get involved, and trust their instinct. Our youth are dealing with complicated societal... Read More
Trying Not To Hover – Mothering A Brand New 13 Year Old Boy Last week my boy turned 13. I knew this day would come, but I had no clue as to how fast it would sneak up on me. Or how it would make me feel. Sebastian likes hearing the story... Read More