While the thought of your teen engaging in behavior that could result in the acquisition of an STD is likely enough to keep you up at night, it's important to realize teens can and do get them. If you believe your teen has engaged in risky behavior, an STD test may be a wise choice. A test for sexually transmitted diseases will prompt immediate treatment and ensure she doesn't … [Read more...] about Teen STD Testing
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What Age Should My Baby Potty Train?
Potty training, like feeding choices and picking a school, is one of the challenges of parenting. Deciding when to potty train and whether your little one is ready are the keys to success. Several factors can play into your decision and help determine whether saying bye-bye to diapers is a fun and easy process or one that will have both of you in tears. History The typical … [Read more...] about What Age Should My Baby Potty Train?
Vacation For One
Warm weather is on the horizon. This means parents are starting to think about ideas for a fun summer trip with the kids. The beach? Disney? Camping? But are any of you thinking instead: it would be nice to go on vacation…alone? One mom, Lauren Apfel, wrote about this vacation-for-one concept for the Washington Post. Her argument was simple: being a fulltime stay-at-home … [Read more...] about Vacation For One
Triple Berry Greek Yogurt Muffins
When it comes to spending time with my children I love incorporating some of my favorite activities. Especially during those times you need a break from playing trucks! When you are passionate about an activity and get enjoyment out of it, I find the kids pick up on that energy and it makes for great quality time. One of my son’s favorite foods is muffins. If we go to a … [Read more...] about Triple Berry Greek Yogurt Muffins
Age is But a Number. No, Really. I Swear!
I have a skewed perception of aging. My dad didn’t start working out until he was 65. He got his ear pierced around the same time--about 20 years after ear piercing fell out of fashion. Then he bought a Harley-Davidson. It had been about four decades since he last owned one but he figured that if his 87-year-old buddy Gene could ride, then so could he. Every time they’d set out … [Read more...] about Age is But a Number. No, Really. I Swear!