7 mins read

10 Summer Activities to Supercharge Your College Application Before Sophomore Year!

Congratulations on finishing your freshman year! As you move into your sophomore year of high school, here are 10 important steps you can take during the summer to enhance your college application: 1. Assess Your Interests and Goals: Start by reflecting on your academic interests and career aspirations. Identify areas you are passionate about and…

2 mins read

Use the Web to Preserve Memories & Keep the Family Organized

Ever wish there was a one-stop-shop for organizing everything important in your life? If you’re like us, you have boxes and piles of photos and kids’ artwork everywhere. Now is the time to finally conquer the clutter.With hardcopies becoming virtually obsolete, getting online can help you organize your family in ways you never imagined. Nowadays you can scan or email anything to your computer, from your kid’s first preschool fingerpainting to your receipts, and upload it onto a helpful site that will organize all this info for you!

7 mins read

Teen Talk

Calling all teens! We're excited to share a contributor volunteer opportunity at modernmom.com with you!Teens! Share to help others just like you! Are you passionate about writing or other forms of creative content creation (video, recipes, photos, or something else!) and eager to express your thoughts, opinions, and important perspectives on topics that matter to…

6 mins read

Unlock Your College Dreams: Top Scholarship Resources for High School Students

Let's face it, it's one thing to get into college, and it's a whole other thing to be able to afford it. If you've got an eye on higher education, you've probably discovered how expensive it can be. As high school students prepare for the next chapter in their educational journey, the soaring costs of…

4 mins read

How To Network And Increase Your Social Capital

The current economic climate is having a significant impact on women. The industries hardest hit by furloughs and layoffs – hospitality & tourism, education, and service jobs, were staffed predominately by women.  Many of whom are working moms, supporting multi-generational family members while balancing work and motherhood. For all of us, navigating this challenging economic…