Halloween, Oral Care, and Toddler Brushing Battles
It’s Halloween! Time for candy, candy and more candy. And also a good time for a reminder about good oral care in kids.
Modern Parenthood
How the Zombie Apocalypse Can Help You Survive New Parenthood
New parenthood is similar to the zombie apocalypse of The Walking Dead. New parents can learn from the characters’ survival strategies.
I Got a Doctorate to Write About… Television?
My doctorate is not in television. But wouldn’t that be a fun doctoral program in which to enroll? I’m interviewed by a Chicago Tribune columnist about why we should all watch more television.
What if a Mom Acted More Like a Dad?
Do moms and dads parent differently? How do societal expectations affect our parenting?
Are You a “Maxed Out” Mom? Why American Moms Are On the Brink
American moms are “maxed out” in their attempts to “have it all.” All moms — working and stay-at-home — will connect with the gripping story of Katrina Alcorn and her analysis of why American moms are increasingly “on the brink”.
Old Secrets, Old Battles: My Journey Out of Anorexia
The hardest decision in my life was my choice to confront anorexia.