Parents, we want to protect our teens from being uncomfortable, but what if getting out of their comfort zone is what they really need? For kids and adults alike, trying out new things, discussing difficult topics, or planning for uncertain dreams can feel wildly uncomfortable. In fact, studies show that we fear making a decision […]

The other day, I stumbled on something that made me pause and think, “Why didn’t this exist sooner?” I have always been a little obsessed with capturing my family stories. You know those little snippets of conversation with your parents, grandparents, or even your kids — the ones you wish you could bottle up and

For most of us, summer is a bit different than the school year. It’s summer camp instead of school and that rhythm is very different than that of school days. And Back to School can be a daunting thought. Whether you’re a working mom or a mom who stays home (or maybe you work from

Parents, have you heard of the power of peer coaching? As the new school year approaches, peer coaching is the solution to helping your teens navigate the numerous tough decisions that lie ahead. Peer coaching is more than just relying on friends; it’s about developing a community where individuals can use coaching techniques to empower

Going back to school this fall looks very different this year and many parents feel stressed trying to adapt to remote learning while also working from home. Not to mention, distancing learning comes with higher costs, too. In fact, the 2020 Back-to-School Survey from Deloitte found that 51% of parents will spend more on internet-based

Parent coaching is a vital tool that moms and dads alike need to raise children. As parents, we have many tools we use to raise children: teaching, advocating, counseling, discipling, etc. But oftentimes, we leave out coaching. Coaching empowers teens to become more self-aware, independent, and resilient. Through powerful questions and goal-focused strategies, families can

Despite the school runs, crowded schedules, work, and laundry loads where kids are always a mom’s main priority, busy families, especially those managed by mothers, have a lot on their plates. Therefore, getting a dog for the family might seem like an extra duty. However, the reality is that the right dog could totally change

Parents, have you ever taken time to really reflect on yourself? What about reflecting on your kids? Reflection is the process of reviewing and evaluating what is going well now and what you wish your family would have done differently in the past. When you evaluate your past and present, you can decide what needs

Ok, truth time… When I first saw Khloé Kardashian’s pantry tour on Hulu, I paused the episode and just… stared. Everything was clear. Beautiful. Calm. Not a single crumpled granola bar wrapper or stale bag of pretzels in sight. Their pantries are legendary and I’m sure housekeeper genies had something to do with this.. a