As kids approach adulthood, there are things you can do to help them feel prepared and confident. From simple things like making a phone call to more complex skills like financial planning, you can help your child feel ready for college and more.

There is nothing more heartwarming than a gift made by a child. Handmade gifts are affordable, fun to make, and can be given to grandparents to show your love and appreciation this Grandparent’s Day. Here are some gifts that are sure to make your grandparent smile.

When you begin your Christmas shopping this year, instead of asking what the kids would like for Christmas, consider asking the parents what they do NOT want their kids to get for Christmas.

I didn’t know what I was expecting when I set up an interview with Eric, Valerie and their daughter Journey, a two year old who has been to 45 national parks. That number will have already increased by the time you read this at home.

People often say giving birth is like running a marathon. Those people either don’t run, never had a baby, or they enjoy messing with pregnant women.

You may be wondering what to expect at your prenatal appointments and what the timeline looks like. While every pregnancy is different and there are always exceptions, here is a quick breakdown of what one can expect for the OB/GYN timeline of the average pregnancy. 

Parents begin preparing for a new baby’s arrival from the moment they receive a positive pregnancy test. They research car seats and baby gear, prepare the nursery, and read books on baby care. No matter how much you do prior to birth, nothing can truly prepare you for the exciting and overwhelming moment when you bring the baby home from the hospital for the first time and realize you are responsible for a beautiful tiny person.

Teaching our kids to have goals, do their best, and leverage personal momentum to succeed are all good ideas. However, there is a difference between supporting a child’s efforts to reach goals and taking control of the results we deem the best possible outcomes.

“I got detention for forgetting my book three times in a row,” read Michael’s text. His mother wasn’t surprised. Michael was diagnosed with ADHD when he was eight years old, and she’s received other messages saying he misplaced or even forgotten to do his homework. His mother hoped that he’d be more organized by 13, and she wonders if this is typical teenage behavior or if it’s due to his ADHD.

No matter how much and how well you try to protect your kids, there’s always the possibility that they’ll become the victims of cyberbullying. If that’s the case, how do you know if your kids are being cyberbullied? What are the tell-tale warning signs?

In the age of smartphones, Netflix, and busy lives in general, family time often gets neglected for other things. However, spending quality time as a family is important for the strength of your family. One great way to incorporate family time into your busy life is to plan and schedule a family game night.

My daughter ran in the door with an envelope in her fist. Smiling ear to ear she tells how excited she is to go to her classmate’s birthday party. I wanted to be happy for her. I really did. But all I could think was: another birthday party?

Planning a memorable birthday event can be the highlight of your child's year, if you maximize the fun and minimize the stress. The best way to increase the magic and decrease the madness is to use a handy checklist so you can start early and get ready gradually. Or if you want to plan your party in one fell swoop a few weeks ahead, this checklist will help you do that, too.

Learning to play beautiful music doesn’t happen overnight. All students must start from the beginning playing scales and mastering basic skills. In our society instant gratification is the norm. Music teaches the value of patience and discipline because children must set aside time for practice and make it part of their routine in order to further their skills.