The first day back at school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking for kids and parents alike. With a bit of preparation, you can ensure a smooth transition and set your child up for success. From gathering essential supplies to creating a positive morning routine, here are some of the best ideas and popular trends […]

Plenty of moms deal with being depressed, and I’m one of them. I had postpartum Depression after the birth of my son and as I was battling cancer that was diagnosed with while pregnant with him. I battled depression again as I helped my daughter battle horrific bullying that led to a suicide attempt, and

You are likely feeling mixed emotions about sending your kids back-to-school — there’s some excitement about getting back to a regular routine, but there’s also some stress stemming from the high cost of school essentials. In fact, the National Retail Federation estimates that parents will spend around $875 on school purchases. With the cost of

While summer can be filled with relaxation and new experiences, it also brings unique challenges. Each summer brings new hot topics for parents to address with their teens. From mental health to peer influence, parents are engaging with many areas that are vital for fostering the well-being of their teens. Understanding and addressing the hottest

If pressed to name only one thing for which modern moms are not given enough credit, I’d say it’s their circus skills. At a minimum, mothers regularly find themselves juggling the emotional and physical well-being of one or more children; ringleading a household and all activities occurring within and without; playing the clown for an

This light and delicious spring inspired Pesto Pasta Salad dish is the perfect thing to bring to a picnic in the park or an outdoor BBQ – the fresh flavor of parsley along with the garlic is a delightful combination. (Tip: If possible, I highly recommend making this pasta dish the night before and storing

This dish uses one of the greatest ‘cheats’ available to us mamas: a store-bought rotisserie chicken. I pick a rotisserie up at least once a week (because I know it will come in handy for instant dinner somewhere), and I always ‘re-create’ it somehow – like with these chicken fajitas, for example. Simple. Flavorful. Fragrant.

“If parents are not going to love their LGBTQ+ children unconditionally, then they should not expect their children to love them unconditionally.” You could hear a pin drop! This past weekend, I co-hosted an LGBTQ+ Symposium at the Atlanta LGBTQ+ Institute of Civil Rights. Its theme was Investing in Our Youth’s Future. It was the