The Reality of Raising a Family Away From Family
I’ll never forget what the nurse said to me the day I was released from the hospital after my first child was…
Mom Hack :: The BMC Field Guide to the Phases of Childhood
Whether you’re a first-time parent or an experienced pro, raising a child is challenging. From birth to third grade, your child is…
iPhones at the Restaurant :: Yea or Nay?
A few weekends ago our family ended the day at a local pizza place and enjoyed a great dinner together. The restaurant…
No Elfen Tattletales Here :: Why I Chose to Leave the Elf on the (Store) Shelf!
Photo of “Elf on the Shelf” courtesy Michel Curi via Flickr I’m the mom you roll your eyes at. I go ALL…
Mindful Grieving :: How to Teach Your Children to Deal With Loss
I remember very clearly the day my grandfather died. I was 13, and as a family we flew to Deadwood, South Dakota,…
Taking the Chaos Out of Christmas
Every year during the month of December, I repeat several hopeful promises to myself: In coming years, I WILL SHOP EARLIER. I…
Flying Solo :: Tips for Traveling Alone With Kids
Our family has traveled quite a bit since my 2-year-old twins came along. Each flight has, of course, been a different adventure….
Making Family Memories at a Music Festival
I went to my first music festival as a carefree 20-something. It involved camping, no showers for three days, and scenes from…
Moving to Boston :: The South End
Maybe you’ve been in Boston for years, but you’re now having kids and looking to relocate. Maybe you’re planning a move to…
