Sleepovers are a right of passage for some children; for others, it is a non-negotiable “no.” As parents, we are finding our voices by asking about allergens and even guns in the home before a playdate or sleepover, but...
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Hearing the phrase, "I want a snack," makes my teeth clench and my shoulders tighten. I'm so tired of my kids saying this to me because, A) it's not a polite way to ask,...
From its ability to close the achievement gap in at-risk youth to its effects on language development and mood, there’s no denying music has the power to change lives (but spoiler alert, there’s no such thing as the Mozart...
While we all love the freedom that summer brings, it also means more outdoor events and activities where our kids are less supervised. Big crowds, parades, pool parties, sporting events- all promise a super fun time but it’s hard...
We adopted two kittens last weekend, and I truly had no idea the joy they would bring to our family, nor the tenderness and sense of responsibility that would arise in my two boys when these tiny animals were...
When most people hear the word "trust" in the context of estate planning, they think of a "Trust Funder," a "Trustafarian" with neohippie values and old-money nicknames like Buffy or Tripp. But in reality, pretty much everyone needs a...
Okay, so let's be clear from the beginning—if you think you might need to fire your nanny, you do.
When your child was born, you, like all moms, became a superhero with a very powerful "mom gut." This is a...
As an advice nurse at a busy pediatricians office, talking about ear infections (in medical lingo: otitis) is among one of the more frequent calls I deal with. I feel a pang for the stressed out, busy parent who...
Two weeks ago my worst nightmare became a reality. My 2-year-old son choked, and not the cough, cough, "Are you ok?” kind of choking. This was the silent, turning red in the face, “Mommy, I can’t breathe” choking.
We were...
This year, my daughter, Ilse, asked for a party for her 4th birthday celebration. Ilse wanted to invite her cousins and her classmates to our apartment for cake and presents. While I loved the idea of celebrating her birthday...
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2024-2025 Winter Guide
Your Family's Ultimate Guide to the Winter Season around the San Francisco Bay Area!
Winter is here and there’s no better to explore the fascinating...
