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Raising Emotionally and Socially Healthy Kids
Social media and technology in general have created a new social dynamic, especially for pre-teens.
Are You Ready for Some Football?
This past month, as the days got shorter and the sun rose later, my 10-year old son got sadder and sadder. Getting off the bus on the last day of day camp he knew...
Chicago: The Kind of Town Perfect for a Family Trip
Chicago offers a wide variety of activities for all ages in just a two hour flight away.
Moms Form a League of Their Own in Millburn
These women are taking the field for themselves, competing in the newly formed Women’s Softball League.
Eight Reasons Why Day Camp Rocks
This morning at 8:15 am, my 10-year-old son grabbed his backpack and hopped on the bus, ready and excited, to day camp. Although many of his friends have decided to go to a sleepaway...
Good News Bears
My husband works in NYC and he is usually on the train by 6:30 am and and not home until 8 or 9 pm, with the occasional early day home at 7 pm.
So I was more than...
Walk n’ Roll For SMA: From a Friendship Between Children to a Huge...
When my daughter was in the 1st grade she met a girl named Katherine and they soon became good friends. Just like many of the other children, Katherine loved arts and crafts, Harry Potter...
End of a Shopping Era: Loehmann's is Closing
Loehmann's is closing.
I am not sure how many families care about this news but in our house, it was pretty upsetting.
My two teenage daughters and I love shopping at Loehmann’s. Sure there are tons...
On Creating Perfect Memories
My friend is obsessed with the holiday season especially Christmas. From the décor to the food to the gifts, her goal every year is to provide her family with a magical memorable Christmas.
For the...
7 Things I've Learned About Concussions
While my research for the article helped me to recognize the signs of a concussion, personal experience has changed my perspective.
Her Bags are Packed But is She Ready to Go to College?
Packing for college seems kind of like a final exam for mothers.