Family
05.20.13
Mondays with the Mamas: Living with Grandparents
“One day” my mother told me, “you’ll take care of us.” The Mother Company’s Founder and CEO Abbie Schiller describes her decision to move her family into her parents’ home.
05.17.13
LGBT Family Resources, from “Lesbian Dad”
Living at the “crossroads of mother and father,” Polly Pagenhart, LGBT activist, editor and most importantly mom, hand picks a list of resources for info on LGBT parenting.
05.16.13
A Lesbian Mom Speaks Up
LGBT activist, Kathy Young gives a window into the great obstacles and vast joys of being a Lesbian mom today.
05.10.13
In Your Words: Mamas Today
How much more do you value your mama now that you are one?! Read on to hear how prominent mom influencers feel their parenting style compare’s to their own moms’.
05.08.13
From Madmen to Modern Motherhood
Mothering of the women’s lib era compared to mothering today holds big differences. Hear from scholar and mother, Michelle Janning about how things have changed.
05.02.13
Top 10 Divorce Don’ts
Divorce can hit kids hard. Marriage expert, M. Gary Neuman and his daughter Esther share their top 10 “Don’ts” on what to avoid when in order to protect your child during a divorce.
04.18.13
Kids and Gun Safety
Gun debate meets playdate. If you have concerns about the safety of a house where your kid is playing, read on for sage advice from emergency pediatric physician, Dr. Denise Dowd.
03.28.13
How to Handle Parenting Burnout
Parenting burnout happens to the best of us. Dr. Alan Kazdin of Yale Parenting Center gives frank insight and guidance into the toughest job in town.
03.21.13
Children and Hoarding: Help Kids Get Rid of Their Toys
It’s time for a little spring cleaning! How can we help our little ones part with their forgotten toys? Read on to hear tips from Carolyn Koehnline, from confrontingclutter.com.
03.14.13
Helping Siblings Share a Room
Sharing a room with a sibling can bring up all sorts of conflict! Dr. Roni Leiderman shares tips and insights on how to keep the peace while sharing space.
03.07.13
Bringing Home a New Sibling
A new baby can bring about a tidal wave of questions and concerns from the older siblings. If you’re searching for help during this often difficult transition, look no further – this comprehensive interview with Rachel Stein, LCSW, is loaded with tips and guidance.
03.07.13
How to Create a New Sibling Chart – VIDEO
Bringing home a new baby is a huge change for the family, especially for the child that suddenly becomes an older sibling. How can parents work together with children to prepare for the arrival of a new sibling? Watch this fun video of TMC CEO and Founder Abbie Schiller and her daughter creating a “New Siblings Chart” to help ease this big transition.
02.27.13
When Medicating Children Makes Sense
After exploring every other avenue, how do we know when it might be appropriate to look at medication to help our children? Dr. Mani Pavulari offers some insight into this tough decision.
02.07.13
What Happens When Parents Yell at Children
You blow your top trying to solve a conflict with your child, and the situation deteriorates further. Quick! Read this interview with Dr. Laura Markham, who loads us up with tips on how to get your kids to do what they don’t want to do — without yelling!
01.24.13
Helping Kids with the Death of a Pet
Losing a beloved pet can be brutal for anyone, but especially tender-hearted young kids. Lauren Rosenfeld, parenting coach, shares ways to guide our kids through their grief.
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