Parenting is tough—and learning to be a better parent is even tougher. Parenting is one of the most challenging and most significant responsibilities a person can take on. It’s a continual marathon that pushes you to flexibly be there for your child throughout many seasons of life. It requires patience, compassion, unending love, and so […]

Maintaining a healthy smile goes far beyond just brushing twice a day. Many people silently suffer from teeth diseases that affect their oral health and overall well-being. Whether it’s a minor cavity or an advanced gum condition, these problems can escalate if left untreated. In this guide, we’ll explore common teeth problems, their causes, symptoms,

Modern Mom’s Top Picks for Kid’s Birthday Gifts Spring isn’t just about blooming flowers and warmer days: it’s also prime Birthday season for a lot of little ones! If your calendar is filling up with party invites and you’re on the hunt for the perfect present, we’ve got you covered. From social emotional learning toys

Divorce is one of those uncomfortable words that, when entering a blissful marriage, we hope never applies to us. But you and I both know that, unfortunately, divorce happens—a lot. It can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging experiences in life. While the emotional struggle is real, the financial impact can be

Where Did My Libido Go After Kids? And How to Get it Back with Sofia Ashley. In this candid episode of the ModernMom Podcast, certified sex coach Sofia Ashley gets real about the challenges of maintaining a healthy sex life after kids. As a mom and stepmom who’s reinvented her libido three times, Sofia shares

Coaching tools are the key to helping your teen finish the school year strong. As the final semester draws to an end, students are filled with a mix of emotions—anticipation, relief, and even a bit of anxiety about what’s next. But this time can give teens a push to finish strong. By using life coaching

What Parents Can Expect: The Emotional Journey from High School to College By Robin Stern, Ph.D. and Juliana McDowell As the summer before senior year approaches, many parents brace themselves for the whirlwind of the college application process. Many families are well on their way in junior year – conversations about college, campus visits, SAT

After the Kids Are Gone: Defining Your Next Act with René Syler. In this episode of the ModernMom Podcast, we sit down with René Syler, former anchor of The Early Show and author of Good Enough Mother, to discuss her journey from the newsroom to redefining her life after the kids left home. René opens up about her

It is heartwarming to watch kids and dogs grow up together and play. They can be the best of friends. Games between children and canines are a great way to foster that relationship. Today, we want to talk about some fun they can play together. As always, play should be supervised. Education First, Play Later

Do your teens struggle to stay engaged in school? Does their attention wander off in class, causing their grades to stumble? By middle school, many students lose some interest in school. Then as they move to high school, this disengagement only becomes more pronounced! Yet parents often remain unaware of its true extent. They have