Science Says We're Lonely and Lying About It
Despite what the stock photos and Facebook updates seem to suggest, most women aren't spending afternoons laughing over salad and hanging with girlfriends.
Don't Sweat the Blankie, It's Fine
It's probably filthy, but that's the only drawback.
Now that I’m cruising up to forty, the following things have a permanent seat at my dinner table.
Why I Didn't Strike on International Women's Day
Who would be most affected by me striking on International Women's Day? The people I can't let down, no matter what.
Relationship Goals From a Real Wife Living the Real Life
No one wants to crash and burn, right? Here are some relationship goals from a real wife living the real life.
The Science Behind Time-Out: 7 Tips to Make it Work
Time-out is a highly effective behavior modification tool if used appropriately, and there’s plenty of research to back that up.
When the Cookie Crumbles, Is It Okay to Eat It Off the Floor?
The five-second rule is the idea that food which has fallen on the ground is still safe to eat if it's picked up within five seconds of dropping. Allegedly.
Women Who Strike On March 8th Should Get A Raise
The organizers of the Women’s March on Washington have called on women across the country to strike from paid and unpaid labor on International Women’s Day.
What You Should Know About Adolescent Cutting
Recent studies have found that one-third to one-half of adolescents in the US have engaged in some type of self-injurious behavior.
My Kid Will Not Wear a Jacket and I Don’t Care Anymore
The New England Journal of Medicine has confirmed that they will not get sick or perish from their lack of warm clothing. So what do I care?
Using Antibiotics Appropriately
Antibiotics are medications that kill germs that cause infectious diseases. There are many classes and types that are effective therapy against infections caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites and v...
Your Kid Has Weird Sleep Needs? Guess What? They All Do.
I just wanted to reassure you that you aren’t totally bonkers when it comes to sleep.
How I Used A / B Testing to Hack My Kids
“I wonder how we can get them to sleep more.”This simple thought, expressed by my wife, not even a question, became a challenge to me. Enter A/B testing.
Nine Things that Definitely Count as Baby Weight
The term baby weight is a little bit of a misnomer. Once you have kids, you’ll be gaining and losing weight long after pregnancy ends.
The Secret "=Formula" for a Happy Relationship
If your marriage is anything like mine, you’ve done all kinds of things to nurture the relationship. Luckily, I've found the secret- spreadsheets.
Tweets, Texts, and Emojis: Why Communicating In Brief Snippets Is Hurting Our Kids
As kids spend more time in this world of snippets, they lose the ability to pick up on non-verbal expressions which are important in understanding others.
How Shopping Can Eat Away at Your Time
Too often, I end up quietly ashamed after buying clothes. I have dubbed this phenomenon “The Shopping Shame Cycle.”
Five Reasons to Take Heart If Your Child Is Diagnosed With Autism
I was that mom who had to hear from a stranger that her two-and-a-half-year-old son had autism. I've got good news. It will get better.
You've Arrived! Welcome to the Wonderful World of Adulting
Congrats kids, you have made it to the promised land of bills, weight gain, and dark circles under your eyes.
What Is ASMR, and How Can It Benefit Your Kid's Mental Health?
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, or ASMR, is a physical sensation characterized by a tingling feeling that typically starts at the scalp and then travels down the spine.
5 Healthy Habits for a Time of Profound Anxiety
I had to figure out how to manage my stress around world events, so I could maintain healthy engagement, self-care, and my family focus.
How I Overcame my Fear of Spiders
Aside from nuclear warfare, the collapse of the power grid, and forced female genital mutilation, one of my greatest fears in life is being trapped in a roomful of spiders. It doesn’t matter wheth...
According to Science, You Really Should Push Those Piano Lessons
There are evidence-based benefits of learning an instrument (and learning it early.)
Do Dentists Let Their Kids Eat Candy? That Depends.
There are no secret short-cuts to keeping cavities away. The basics of regular toothbrushing, flossing and eating healthy are still the gold standards for good oral health.