Communicating with your teen may seem like the end of the world. This is a difficult age for parents and children. The teen years are full of moments where your child will push you away and then pull you close. It’s a time where your child wants to be more… Read More »How to Communicate Better with Your Teen
Since last year’s roundup was such a hit (and so many of you said it was helpful), I decided to put together another list of 4th of July Activities for this year! With so many towns hosting their own celebrations, it can be tricky to keep track of what’s happening… Read More »You’ll Enjoy These Outstanding 4th Of July Activities In Illinois
In April, I attended the Stouffer’s Bloggers Roundtable. We learned some very important facts about family dinners and their importance. Research shows that shared family dinners lead to meaningful parent-child interactions. These meals improve language development, reading skills, socialization, identity, self-esteem, and security. It impacts children’s growth more than playing… Read More »This Is Why Family Dinners Are So Important