In Defense of Caillou (and All Whiny, Clingy Toddlers Everywhere)
Maybe most parents are judging Calliou a little too harshly. Is Calliou a misunderstood toddler? A new book makes me question my assumptions about toddlers.
Modern Parenthood
Challenging the Good Mother Myth With Each Mom’s Story
This month’s selection for The Brilliant Book Club is The Good Mother Myth, edited by Avital Nathman. Can we learn to redefine motherhood to fit reality?
Keeping Kids Safe and Healthy During the Holidays
Are any of your children sick just in time for the holidays? Here are five tips for making sure for getting through the holiday season healthy and safe.
Do You Hate Fevers as Much as I Do?
What do you do when your kid has a fever? Panic? Here are some tips to be prepared and to treat the fever correctly.
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How Does a Toddler Say Sorry: Imagined Toddler Apology Notes
If your toddler could write an apology note for his behavior, what would he say? Mine just wrote me a few poems.
Battles With Prematurity and Myths of Perfection: A Review of Ready for Air
My review of Kate Hopper’s new memoir, Ready For Air: A Journey Through Premature Motherhood