Fathers: Is All That Roughhousing Good For Kids?

Dad chasing kids and playing with them in the backyard

I know that my husband has a tremendous influence on the well-being of our kids. All the experts agree fathers play an important role in the emotional health of their children. Studies have shown that fathers who are nurturing and playful, have kids with better IQs, and do well in school. Somehow having a Dad […]

Why Routines For Kids Matter

Kids brushing their teeth

This pandemic is dragging on and on. It has been tough for many reasons, but the lack of a normal routine is one of the most challenging aspects, especially for parents of young children. Why? Because children thrive on predictability and routine and so do parents. When children know what is expected of them and […]

How to Cope With Sibling Rivalry

  Thanks to the pandemic, we’re spending a lot of time with our families and nerves are a bit frayed. There is zoom school, the constant cooking, and snacking, and the seemingly never-ending mess. But what is driving parents over the edge? What is the number one problem? Sibling Rivalry. Many kids are bickering, teasing, […]