The Best Tip for Parenting a Teen

Sometimes the best advice is the most obvious.

Self-Esteem for your Tween

Building self-esteem is a goal of every parent, especially those with a daughter on the brink of becoming a teen. Learn 5 simple ways you can help promote your child's sense of self.

Last Minute Gifts for Tweens and Teens

No time like the present to run out and grab one more great gift for the teen in your life.

30 Reasons to Throw Away Maternal Guilt

It is crushing, can ruin your day and your mood, and it is SELF INFLICTED. Let go of the guilt -- it's not doing anyone any good.

The Loss of Freedom

Are we depriving our kids with one of their most basic rights -- the freedom to just be a kid?

DVF Sale

Fabulous sale on some great pieces.

Fireflies

by Beth Meleski The fireflies will come again this summer. One evening, I will pull The Van into the driveway after a long day and, at the blurred edges of a yard made soft by the dusk, the tiny lights will be there. And I will know that summer is finally here. My children will […]

We Need Another Word for Happy

I don't just want my kids to be happy.