I am a total believer in dietary supplements for optimal health. As a biology major, I think it just makes sense to give your body what it needs. Besides, I can tell, I stay healthier and feel better when I am taking good quality vitamins. I want my kids to have good quality dietary supplements […]
Good Conversation Starters For Teens And Parents
Talking to teens about relationships can feel a bit weird. Talking to your teen about sex can feel even more awkward. However, having open conversations with our children is so important to supporting them emotionally and to keeping them safe. Conversation starters are questions or topics used to initiate a conversation or keep it going. […]
10 Great Books About Bullying For Kids
I believe almost everyone was bullied as a child, to at least some degree. It is an important life skill to learn to deal with bullying. To that purpose, books about bullying for kids are a great way to introduce the subject. Books open up an idea to children and let them look at a topic in […]
Christmas Day Table Decoration Ideas to Create a Festive Atmosphere
Transform your holiday gathering into a festive masterpiece with beautifully decorated Christmas table settings. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner or an elegant soirée, your table can set the tone for the celebration. With themes ranging from traditional reds and greens to modern metallics and rustic charm, the possibilities are endless. Incorporating creative centerpieces, […]
Adverse Childhood Experiences Questionnaire [Free Resource]
This post is in partnership with Stress Health, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness. I recently shared how childhood trauma can affect health your whole life. According to Stress Health, kids who are exposed to very high doses of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) without the support of loving, caring adults can have more […]
White Chocolate Cranberry Biscotti Recipe
This is the time of year when we all start having lots of guests dropping by and it is nice to have some holiday treats on hand to share with your visitors. This White Chocolate Cranberry Biscotti Recipe is perfect because it is fancy enough for guests but not too complicated to make. Biscotti are […]
10 Ways to Tame The Christmas Chaos And Enjoy The Holidays
The holidays can be one of the most wonderful, magical times of the year. But they can also be the most stressful! That is why I am so pleased to have Julie Morgenstern, an organizing productivity consultant, share tips to help this holiday season be less hectic. She is a New York Times best-selling author […]