These tips will help you through the baby formula shortage
Due to the pandemic, recalls, and the shutdown of a huge production plant in February, more than 40 percent of the top-selling baby formulas are out of stock across America. Understandably, this has spurred a lot of anxiety for the parents, but if you’re in this situation, these expert tips will Read More...
An effective treatment for gaming and internet addiction in teens
Everyone loves playing games. Whether that be a physical sport, board games, or video games, there is something innately human about wanting to play them. But for some, these hobbies can become addictive. The World Health Organization now recognizes being addicted to video games as a disease. Read More...
What is validation and why do we need it in relationships?
Validation is crucial for building healthy relationships. This word encompasses the simple act of listening and understanding another person, which communicates that you “get” what they might be going through. In other words, validation is reflecting what another person might be feeling, and Read More...
The rise of corporate fertility benefits
In 2015, just five percent of US employers with over 500 employees covered egg freezing costs for employees. In 2020, that number was 19 percent. Pushed by an increase in women in the workforce as well as the pandemic, more and more companies are offering comprehensive fertility assistance in Read More...
This dad is reinventing the playground to make it more inclusive
The playground is meant to help kids imagine. It is meant to help kids imagine and investigate the world, to develop motor skills, and enjoy exercise through play. And perhaps most importantly, the playground is there to help kids make new friends. Here’s the problem: the way playgrounds are Read More...
5 ways parents can make room for joy in these difficult times
Finding time for joy is already difficult for parents, but recent times have made things even tougher for those with kids. The new responsibility of supplemental (or sole) educator has eaten up much of parents’ time as well as added a layer of stress and anxiety on top of the plethora of things Read More...
A fun way to feed kids vegetables
Trojan veggie crepes for kids. Elbrich Fennama | December 2008 issue All parents have faced this dilemma: How do I get the little ones to eat a decent meal? Making sure they get their carbohydrates and protein isn't a challenge, thanks to pizza, pasta and crepes, but how do you sneak in enough Read More...