#MomLife — Family

New Year’s resolutions can help give a new feel for a new year. It’s a fresh start, and flipping over to a new calendar with fresh ideas, goals and outlooks can help start the year on the right foot. While typical resolutions are not realistic for children, there are goals that can be set with children to kick off the year. Here are three family-focused New Year’s resolution ideas to get you started.

At 15 months old, my son was diagnosed with a peanut allergy. It wasn’t long before I realized there was a lot more to this allergy than simply avoiding peanut butter sandwiches. And because he’s too young to understand the importance of this diagnosis, I realized I needed to come up with an action plan to educate myself, my family and friends.

As a mother and preschool teacher, I've brought in many ideas to support children’s emotional development and independence in handling these emotions. I found resources that were in line with my teaching and parenting philosophy. And they also all aligned with “gentle parenting.” So what is “gentle parenting” and what does it entail?

You know something is off these days when a parent breathes a sigh of relief and says, “Oh thank goodness, it’s just croup.” But this not-so-old-fashioned viral infection is still around these days. Largely treatable at home, here's what you need to know to get your little ones through it. 

Potty training your little one? Trying to get your toddler to at least take one bite of a carrot? Or struggling with endless sibling bickering? Any of the above will make you lose your temper once in a while – you’re only human. Experts say getting upset is a physical response as much as it is an emotional one, and these frustrations may also be felt by your kids. Here are 5 exercises to keep in mind so that when tempers begin to flare, as they often do in parenthood, you have an outlet to help soothe the body and mind of you and your child. 

The holidays are coming, and as much as large family gatherings are exciting and special (and will never again be taken for granted), they can be stressful. And as stressful as they may be for adults, children can be really thrown off by this joyous time. Here are some tips on how to prepare your little ones (and yourself) for the gatherings ahead so that you can truly appreciate this time together. 

A few weeks ago, my son came home from school and quickly spiked a very high fever. Other symptoms followed, and the question that kept popping up was: Is this a common cold or COVID-19? Before your questions spiral, experts have noted some differences between the two that you might be able to distinguish.

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. But for all of the excitement that Halloween can bring, as a parent, there are some safety concerns that come up each year for me on October 31st. And let’s face it, Halloween can be scary for little ones. Here are some simple ways to be proactive during this season to keep your children safe and happy, and free to enjoy the enjoy the pumpkins, costumes, decorations, and even the candy.

It’s time to buy a game system for your child, but with so many options out there, where does one begin? We’ve done a bit of research so you’ll have a place to start. Here’s a rundown of what gaming systems are available and good for younger kids, and what games to consider for beginnings.