Stop the Insanity: How to Avoid Arguing with Your Teenager
When you become a parent, you learn about the care of feeding of the infant and child. You learn how to keep them on a schedule of eating, sleeping, and …
Read MoreFamily
Are you aware of this online danger your teen could be facing?
You’ve probably heard of (and maybe even taught your kids about) “stranger danger.” This is the idea that we can’t totally trust strangers, and it’s used to help children especially …
Read More
I Can (ex)Change
If you follow my articles closely, you might notice I sometimes refer to my “kids” and other times refer to my “kid.” So, full disclosure: I have one full-blood daughter. …
Read More
Dealing with Being Shut Down by a Teenager
My 13-year-old has given up on me. I pride myself on being the parent who listens and connects, but she shut me down, and it stings. All of you parents …
Read More
Nostalgia for A Time That Isn’t Over (My Son’s About To Leave For College)
Have you ever found nostalgic for a time that you’re still in? Better question: Are you following your high school senior around the house, trying to hold on to the …
Read More
My Mom and Her Zodiac Sign
I’ve recently gotten more into astrology. I love figuring out everyone’s sign, seeing what characteristics ring true for them, and even tying the topic into pop culture. As I was …
Read More
How My Mom’s Absence Made Me a Better Mother
It’s nearly Mother’s Day, and like most dutiful daughters, I’ll make my way to the card section at the neighborhood grocery store and search for a greeting card for my …
Read More
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas Tailored to Her Personality
My mom and I recently connected over our love for personality assessments, particularly one called the Enneagram, which can help you understand yourself and others in a helpful, empowering way. …
Read More
A College Student’s Advice on Perfect Gifts for Your High School Grad
Getting the perfect gift for a graduating high schooler can be hard. My sister is currently a senior so looking for a present to congratulate her on all her work …
Read More
Collection or Hoard? How to Know When You’ve Gone Too Far
Do you like to shop, even when you don’t need anything? Are you afraid to get rid of things because you might need them later? Are you creating new storage …
Read More
The Answer to the Awkward Family Video Chat
Well, folks, happy quarantiversary. It’s been a year since we were all grounded and sent to our rooms. Have we learned our lesson yet? Just like every petulant teen who …
Read More
Trying to Teach Your Family to Clean When You’re a Slob
Editor’s Note: This article is part of Taffeta’s 21-day declutter challenge. If you’d like to join, it’s completely free. Join our group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/755471778477574 Before I moved in with my husband, …
Read More
My Teenager Changed One of My Bad Memories into a Good One
I have a 13-year-old daughter. I think most parents of teenagers know what that means: I love her to pieces, but she has a knack for driving me bonkers. We …
Read More
What Do You Do with a Teenage Picky Eater?
Like my daughter is now, I was a picky eater as a kid. Some of my friends would laugh at the word “was” in regards to my eating. I’ve come …
Read More
Family Mealtimes, Still the Strongest Link
With so many of us working and learning from home, the “nuclear family” has the renewed possibility to spend time together, including at mealtimes. Here are some thoughts on harnessing …
Read More