
Lessons from the First Job – Parents Learn as Much as Teens Do
I was sitting in my car in the parking lot of a banquet hall. I wasn’t there to attend a wedding or silver anniversary dinner. No, I was there waiting for my fifteen-year-old son.
Moments earlier, I had watched him walk into the office at the banquet hall. He ...read more

The Four Emotional Growth Stages of Teenage Girls
The Four Stages of Teenage Girls
I am the lucky mother of not one but two beautiful teenage daughters. When they were younger, they loved to spend time with me going to the grocery store or just being in my general orbit. They always called after me, “mama, can I ...read more

What Type of Camp Will Your Child Like?
When I was younger, I only had one choice for summer camp—the town camp. The town camp was a traditional all-day, six hour camp with a heavy emphasis on sports. I was more of a bookworm than an athlete so this type of camp was not a good match for my personality. ...read more

6 Ways to Get Your Kids to Love Music
Are you a music lover? Check out these tips for introducing your child to music.read more

The Best Swimming Pools and Water Parks in Massachusetts
Here are some of our favorite pools and water parks in Massachusetts!read more

Know the Signs of a Concussion
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Educate yourself on the signs of concussion, especially if you have a child who plays sports where head injuries could happen. Here's some great information from the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts.
Op-Ed: Local Moms on a Mission to Keep Kids Healthy and Fit
This opinion / editorial piece details a Massachusetts-born initiative to get kids moving and physical active at school in the hour before classes begin. Dubbed BOKS, the initiative now has the support of Reebok and First Lady Michelle Obama.

Pesto Fettuccine (with Broccoli)
Cook up some pasta with pesto and ground turkey with this recipe from The Dinner Daily.

Savory Chicken with Rice & Veggies (with mixed greens)
Try out this recipe from The Dinner Daily for Savory Chicken with Rice & Vegetables

Balsamic Pork Chops (with Healthy Mash and Green Beans)
Cook up some pork and potatoes with green beans in this recipe from The Dinner Daily.

Tips for Child Personal Safety
When it comes to keeping our kids safe, knowledge is power. Here's how to teach children about personal safety with an emphasis on common sense, not fear.
Pure Guesswork: Nourishing the Super Baby
Avocados are not easy to eat when you're a baby. Here, first-time dad and humor columnist Steve Calechman details his efforts to get enough of this super food into his son.

5 Myths About Sleep
Many parents have no trouble enforcing good sleep habits in their kids, but don't get enough Zs themselves. Here are some common myths about sleep and some healthful advice on getting enough rest.
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