Nurture

Middle school is the start of a new era for kids. It’s all about transition. The little munchkin you used to walk to class while holding her hand is now a tween who barely mumbles “bye” while avoiding eye contact during morning drop off in the carpool line. There is so much change from elementary

In the past few years, the world has confirmed: As I read stories like this, I am baffled by the number of people that do not see that all of this is backward and wrong. Why is it so hard to for others to see that just because they’ve lived a charmed life that bad things

Growing up in a large family we ate dinner together every night. Sitting down to a home-cooked meal around the kitchen table to talk about our day, lovingly tease one another, or have serious discussions about world events was not optional, but never questioned. It was just our routine. When we were younger our father

There seems to be nothing more Americana than that of a good ol’ county fair. The smell of popcorn, the Ferris wheel lights at night, the sighting of the high school girl who has just been crowned queen, and the taste of freshly fried funnel cakes. According to the International Association of Fairs and Expositions,

Pumpkin patches, PSL’s, corn mazes, and scarves, mamas around the country are celebrating the return of fall complete with cool breezes, colorful foliage, and plenty of fun festivities. With the swimsuits being packed away, flip-flops returning to their rightful place in the closet, and all those colorful beach bags being emptied of their sandy bottoms

This is a guest post by BeenVerified’s Justin Lavelle sharing advice on how to prevent making these common mistakes. During the college years, parents and students alike are often focused on preparing and working towards a future career. But what we sometimes forget is to take a look at the student’s financial future, and the need for protecting it long

Egg freezing is rapidly growing in popularity thanks to advances in technology and a greater awareness of the procedure. For many women, egg freezing can offer the freedom to pursue life and career dreams before starting a family or finding the right partner. Because fertility starts to decline rapidly after age 35, freezing your eggs

Whether we like it or not, all moms know that at some point during our littles one’s infancy we will likely need to leave our baby with someone else. It takes a village to raise a child, and with so much love going around, there is really no good reason for moms to be the

It’s comfortable, manageable, useful, and it’s your everyday go-to source when you have errands to run. We’re talking handbags! A much-needed and uniquely styled accessory women have come to cherish (but it didn’t start there). Whatever your fashion sense is when it comes to your everyday handbag or a special occasion handbag, make handbag day

“Music is the one art we all have inside. We may not be able to play an instrument, but we can sing along or clap or tap our feet. Have you ever seen a baby bouncing up and down in the crib in time to some music? When you think of it, some of that

You can choose your friends – but you can’t choose your family. With all the shared life experiences and upbringing, siblings have the potential to be the closest of friends, however often times that is not always so. Those with toxic sibling relationships are all too familiar with this. According to Psychology Today, total sibling

Let me start off by saying that sending my daughter to kindergarten early was something I contemplated from the day I found out I was pregnant. I realized her birthday would be in that weird “right past the cut-off day” for kindergarten, and it seemed  silly to keep her in preschool for a whole extra

“Snakes on a Plane” may have been terrifying for action star Samuel L. Jackson.  Multiple venomous snakes that are loose on a plane while flying somewhere over the Pacific Ocean and no where near land – yes, pretty scary stuff.  As parents, we know that the real “thriller” would have a slightly different movie title; “Toddlers

“What’s wrong with that man? What does his sign say?” I hear this at least twice a day from my 3 year old. “Panhandling” has become such a reality in our day-to-day that we see at least 15-20 people in need between our home and my daughter’s school. My response is usually “that person is

We’re officially a few months into the school year and by now you’ve probably found a groove that works for your daily school prep. Wake up at 6 am, take a shower, get the kids up at 7 am, fix breakfast, pack lunches, carpool drop off line, rinse and repeat. Before it starts to feel

This post was written by Daily Mom through an activation with HireInfluence on behalf of 4-H. Although Daily Mom received compensation for participating in the campaign, all thoughts and opinions are Daily Mom. The world is a playground. Or at least we, as parents, can make it one for our kids. The best thing we

Email, text, and more emails! When was the last time you took out a piece of paper, a post-it note, or just a small notepad and wrote someone something special in your own handwriting? We’re talking about those love notes to be more exact. Convenience has inconveniently lead us astray when it’s so instant. Some days,

This is a guest post by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). When kids carry more than 10% of their body weight, discomfort can occur. Schools are in session across the U.S. and millions of backpack-carrying students are settling into new routines – some of which include bringing the same items home each afternoon. Do

September is child safety passenger month, and Daily Mom is partnering with several brands to ensure that you are keeping you kids as safe as possible while traveling. There are times in which it can be difficult (or even impossible) to drag a big, bulky seat with you but Bubblebum offers a convenient way to

This is a guest post from parenting expert, mother of 5, and former teacher, Carol Tuttle. A lot of joy comes from parenting…but a lot of stress comes with it as well. Especially as our kids are just getting back to school, comes a new season of activities, commitments and increased responsibilities. It is hard to

“Where are you, Honey?” Having the best phone for kids is almost a necessity in today’s fast-paced, busy, run-around lifestyle. Knowing almost immediately where your child is, who they are with, and what activities they are participating is certainly a privilege. But, does it really have to go further than that? Is social media, countless

What comes in several colors, is fun for all ages, and inspires parents to steal from their toddlers? You guessed it: Play-Doh. Play-Doh is a time honored and well loved namesake, one that offers fun times and family creativity. September 16th is National Play-Doh day, and in its honor, Daily Mom is proud to highlight

Hi, my name is Heather, and I ate my placenta. Wait, let’s try that again. Hi, my name is Heather, and I did a DIY placenta encapsulation. Okay, that sounds better. Eighty percent of women struggle with some kind of postpartum mood disorder. Many struggle with breastfeeding. The vast hormonal changes that take place postpartum

I heard it. I thought it was my skate slamming on the floor but the first sound was actually the crack of my ankle bones. That’s when I lost my footing completely and slammed down onto my bottom and side onto the skating rink floor. “Okay, just wait for the initial pain to pass, then

This post is sponsored by Seasons in Malibu and contains sponsored content When someone in your family is battling addiction, helping them fight it can be an all-consuming experience for you both – for the whole family. Addiction affects every aspect of a person’s life and, in turn, affects the people around them. Whether it

This post was sponsored by Lexington Law. All opinions and writing is that of Daily Mom. It may be something far from the reaches of your mind, but one day your child is going to be getting ready to move out of your house. Despite your best efforts to keep them little, they will one

I always knew my parents would make amazing grandparents. And they have, the relationship they have with my son has exceeded all my expectations. To my son, there is nothing more exciting than going to his grandparents house. What I did not expect was that I would learn parenting skills from watching my parents’ grandparent.

Looks like we’re pregnant again. We must be pushing our luck because having baby number 4 apparently is a big deal! After all, the average family size is 3.17 people, so becoming a family of 6 doesn’t seem very common. Well, we certainly aren’t your “common” family. Despite having conceived our 4th child during some

September is recognized as baby safety month. There is nothing parents, relatives, friends, and guardians want more than for the baby in their life to live a safe, happy, and healthy existence. Although we should put our baby’s safety as a top priority all year long, it is helpful to have a month dedicated to

For many of today’s moms, they were lucky if they were in a car seat past the age of 4, let alone a rear-facing car seat past the age of two. Longer stays in car seats are one of the many improvements in safety that have happened over the last 30 years but parents still