In this episode, Karen and Emily share practical tips for creating a fun and memorable summer for your family. From nostalgic ice cream runs and imaginative backyard play to volunteering and fostering independence in kids, they offer ideas for keeping summer simple and enjoyable.
Read MoreToday the tables have turned and Karen is the one asking the questions of Emily. With her background as an elementary school teacher, Emily is sharing what teachers REALLY want this year! She’s offering tips for starting the school year well, sharing how to prepare your child for a new school, class or teacher, and of course, giving us the inside scoop on what gift teachers really look forward to getting. Tune in and let’s get ready for back-to-school together!
Read MoreWhen you have elementary and middle school aged kids, the pressure and the busy schedule that come with pursuing athletics or the arts can really stress a mom out! Whether it’s pushback from your kids, or a strain on your schedule and your finances, today Karen gives advice on how to juggle it all and keep the most important things central in your world during this season of life.
Read MoreWhether it’s homework, teachers, relationships with classmates, or the behavior of your own child, knowing how to handle issues at school can be tricky.
Read MoreLearn to wait patiently is a life skill we all need to work on, but man, is it hard to teach to our kids! Today Karen and Sunny offer tips for helping your toddler wait at the doctor's office and practice patience when you're having an adult conversation as well as tips for teaching your teen to wait for a phone, or to begin dating.
Read MoreToday, Karen tackles your questions about sibling conflict, a neighborhood cold war, toddlers who bite, and an only child who struggles to cope when she doesn't get her way!
Read MoreToday we're answering your questions about all things back to school! How to set yourself up for success on crazy mornings, when to ask for help, and questions you can ask to find out how their day really went.
Read MoreUntil our society makes the internet safe for kids, parents must be proactive in teaching what pornography is, why it’s dangerous and exactly how to reject it.
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