Breastfeeding beautifully

There are many health benefits to breastfeeding, and new mothers are encouraged and assisted more than ever. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than half of American babies are breastfed through six months of age, and more than a third are breastfed until at least a year old. Mollie Ringer…

Backyard camping

A few weeks ago, I set up a small, blue tent in our backyard. After spending so much time sheltering in place, my daughters had become bored with their normal backyard play, and I thought that a tent would be a fun way for them to add some variety to their daily routine. I figured…

Ready, set…school?

Parents can smooth the way back to school by helping students know what to expect in advance and getting organized before school starts. This will be more challenging in 2020. Your attitude counts – big time. Going back to school creates a powerful mix of emotions. This year, our youngest new students may actually have…


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