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

As a busy mom juggling work, school drop-offs, and all those after-school activities, I know how valuable it is to find something the whole family can enjoy — especially during car rides or lazy Sunday afternoons. We even have our favorite for the drive to school. Podcasts have become a fantastic way for my family

If you’ve been doom-scrolling through the news, you probably already know—a measles outbreak is back, and it’s spreading fast. For many of us, measles was just something our parents dealt with back in the day, before vaccines turned it into a distant memory. But now? Well, let’s just say if you’ve never been so grateful

Cats, like humans, can suffer from various dental issues that affect their overall health. These problems can lead to serious complications, including infections and difficulty eating if left untreated. Regular checkups at vet clinics ensure your cat maintains healthy teeth and gums, preventing long-term health risks. 1. Why Cat Dental Health Matters Your cat’s dental

Egg Prices Are Cracking Our Budget! If you have kids, you know that some foods just vanish the moment they hit the fridge. In my house, eggs are one of those foods. My kids eat them every. single. day. Scrambled, fried, on toast, in pancakes—if it has an egg in it, they’ll eat it (except

This spring, I want to encourage you to grow your family’s ability to hope. Hope is not just a not just a short-lived emotion, it is a long-term mindset. Hope enables parents and teens to think and act differently. With hope, families can cultivate an action-focused mentality that promotes resilience in the face of difficulty.

Diabetes in dogs is a serious issue. It can lead to many health problems. Here are signs your dog may have diabetes. Look for increased thirst or hunger. Watch for weight loss or fatigue. Also, check for sweet-smelling breath or frequent urination. If you notice these signs, take your dog to the vet soon.