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There are few things more irresistible than kittens, puppies and bunnies. Except maybe for the looks on your child’s face when he or she begs you for a pet of their very own. But it’s not as cut-and-dry as just saying “yes” or “no.” There are emotional factors that you have to consider with both decisions. Carol Dawidowicz, MFT from Positive Change Counseling Center adds her expertise to this complex topic…. More
A little sugar makes you sweeter. Too much sugar makes you fatter and sicker. On average, each American consumes 66 pounds of added sugar every year, reports the University of California-San Francisco – that’s as much as 22 teaspoons per day!… More
Hello fellow #SlackerMoms! Birthday parties can be a heck of a lot of work. Which is why I was thrilled when my kid said he didn’t want a big party this year. For his seventh birthday, in lieu of a party, he wanted to take a friend to an all-day outing to a ropes climbing and zip lining course. His dad and I were psyched! Less work than a party, cheaper than buying all the crap for the party, AND we could zipline ourselves. Slacker parent win!… More
Remember when you’d roll your eyes when one-or both-of your parents would hit you with “When I was your age…” only to find yourself repeating those very words to your own kids? Somehow the last generation of kids have grown up with a sense of entitlement and are not always thought of as the most responsible. To stave off entitlement in coming generations (and possibly in the current one), it’s your role as a parent to raise your children so they understand the meaning of responsibility. And the earlier you start, the better off you and your kids will be. Jennifer Lundy-Aguerre, MFT, Positive Change Counseling Center in La Mesa, CA (www.pccounselingcenter.com) adds her expertise to our tips…. More
Anyone else feel like this year is flying by? Just when we’re finally getting adjusted to fall, the holidays are right around the corner. Don’t worry, moms! We’re here to help you through these final months of 2017. From school hacks for your little scholars to discipline advice, safety tips and spotting the symptoms ADHD, here are our top October reads…. More
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