Jam-packed with book recommendations from me and listeners as well as reading tips and tricks (library holds, abandoning books, respecting kids’ reading preferences, keeping track of what you’ve read, e-reading thoughts) and some insider information, this episode is for all the book lovers out there! Just a note that I’ve also moved to a biweekly […] Read more…
Registered Social Workers Tracy Condon and Laura Koekkoek of CK Social Work are here to unpack all of the issues associated with women’s friendships: making friends, keeping friends, growing apart or breaking up with friends…we covered it all in this fun chat! Thanks to a listener for suggesting this interview topic – what a great […] Read more…
Lara Murray is with me to chat about easy, practical ways to produce less waste in your home – or classroom! I’m also sharing 8 ADHD facts that parents should know – even if your child isn’t affected by it – and of course a book recommendation! You can find Lara Murray (and all her […] Read more…
I’ve spent a great deal of my life as a teacher’s pet, goody-goody, and all-around law-abiding citizen. There are some life rules, however, that just don’t work for me – and I’m confessing all to you today! 1.Don’t hit the snooze button You all know how much I adore my sleep, and I follow the […] Read more…
Faith Dickinson is here talking about launching Cuddles for Cancer at the age of nine (!), winning the Diana Award, attending Harry and Meghan’s wedding, how parents can encourage philanthropy and how you’re never too young to make a difference! Cuddles for Cancer on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Faith Dickinson on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter […] Read more…
Staycations are super popular right now (save money! save time! no travel stress!) and we decided to spend our summer holidays close to home this year. Here are some tips for staycationing with your family! General tips: Ask each family member in advance for two or three of their top activities to ensure everyone gets […] Read more…
In this episode, author Laurie Gelman talks about her new Class Mom sequel, the hilarious novel You’ve Been Volunteered, as well as parenting her teen girls, marriage advice (her husband is Live! with Kelly and Ryan executive producer Michael Gelman), what she misses about Canada and more! To purchase or find out more about You’ve […] Read more…
Summer is known as that lazy, relaxing time of year. While all kids deserve a break, they still need structure and stimulating activities that nurture their growth and development. What are some pro tips to keep in mind when it comes to your kids this summer? Vinay Saranga M.D. is a child psychiatrist and founder […] Read more…
This post was inspired by the book Our Shoes, Our Selves: 40 Women, 40 Stories, 40 Pairs of Shoes by Bridget Moynahan and Amanda Benchley, with photographs by Melanie Dunea. (I reviewed it here!) Read to the end to find out how to share your own shoe story and have a chance to win a […] Read more…
For Father’s Day this year, our students made “Quick BBQ Sauce” from Martha Stewart’s website. This could also be done by kids at home! We were fortunate to have a couple of moms come in to take the kids to the kitchen in groups (they took 4 at a time) to mix all the ingredients […] Read more…