Parenting Perspectives

I never wanted Botox, I didn’t understand why some women’s bellies were so soft where their jeans hit, And going to bed before 10 felt sacrilegious.   My weight never got the better of me (for long), My husband played plenty of video games, And...

When I first got my boys I was utterly overwhelmed. So many people were asking how to help, but at the time I didn't even know what would be helpful because it all felt like so much. Over time...

No matter how much time you spend with your kids, you never truly know them until you leave them. Recently, I went with my husband to Northern California.  Savoring solo days in a bungalow with nearly deserted hikes along...

I was so anxious to plan Frank’s 3rd birthday party this year. He is finally at age where we could do a party for his friends. There’s a lot of options in St. Louis for kid’s parties, but I...

So you have a preschooler. Chances are, you've probably wondered what they should know before heading off to the big K. Kindergarten, that is!   Should they know how to tie their shoes? Count to 100? Know their letters and numbers? ...

Both of my boys have behavioral challenges that can either be helped or hindered by different sensory experiences. For example, my 7 year old cannot get enough proprioceptive (joint and muscle) movement and vestibular (back/forth and up/down) movement. He...

Holidays can easily become more about who's bought what for who or how much money did I spend on that person, etc. than what it's really supposed to be about. Whether you're religious or not, the holidays are about...

Snow days. As soon as I see the weather report of any possible impending snow or ice storm, the anxiety begins to rise. I love my children dearly, but elongated weekends stuck inside are tough. Not to mention the...

Not all dental issues in children stem from their eating or brushing habits. Some are just born with, "Bad Teeth." Read on to discover what you can do about it! First, I owe some of you mamas an apology. I...

Practicing self-care during isolation will help you remain calm, balanced and focused as you navigate a world with COVID-19.   What's The Deal with Self-Care? When used correctly, self-care activities are the fill-your-cup things you do, reminding you of your worthiness, and...