- Holidays8 Virtual Christmas Activities to Do Throughout the Holiday SeasonThe 2020 holiday season will certainly look different this year, as do so many other aspects of our lives due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that celebrating in-person with only the mem...Lauren Anderson
- School and Learning6 Tips for Parents to Improve and Troubleshoot Remote LearningIf you’re managing school-age kids in the house while also juggling working from home, then you’ve likely experienced some tech-related meltdowns. Maybe the Wi-Fi went out and everyone’s meetings froze. Or your child’s outdated laptop is ...Marvin Maldonado
- Indoor Activities5 Quick Indoor Games for KidsAre you stuck inside today? Whether the weather is rainy, too hot, or too cold, we have you covered! One tip to combat cabin fever is to make sure the activities you choose have some way to get out the wiggles. Depending on the age and activity l...
- Coronavirus Resource CenterWhy & How to Form a Pandemic PodWhen schools abruptly closed in our city on March 11 due to the first case of COVID-19, life with our four kids, including our twin high school seniors, was turned on its ear. With three teens and a seven-year-old, we knew that it would be challe...Laura Richards
- Homeschooling20 Educational YouTube Channels for KidsWith many families homeschooling or taking part in some element of remote learning, more families than ever are taking advantage of educational YouTube channels for kids. For parents and guardians who are conscious of screen time, our list of 20 ...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- Halloween14 COVID Masks that Can Be Worn as a Halloween Costume for KidsEditor’s Note: We know raising kids can be hard. That’s why we’re dedicated to making your life easier with the latest and greatest parenting advice and products. We wanted to let you know that if you chose to purchase one of the items feat...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- MathEureka! 5 Easy Ways to Grow Kids' STEM Skills at HomeScience, technology, engineering, and math (the "STEM" subjects) are important areas of learning for any student. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 8.6 million STEM-related jobs in the United States, and that figure is climb...Ashley McCann
- Halloween8 Alternatives to Trick or Treating During the COVID-19 PandemicOctober has arrived, and families have one of the most exciting holidays for kids to look forward to at the end of this month, Halloween! Yes, we are still in the midst of a global pandemic, but that also means that families are in need of some n...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- HomeschoolingHow to Create a Homeschool Schedule That Works For Your FamilyCongratulations on your decision to homeschool! We are living through a very unique and challenging time in our lives as we make our way through a global pandemic, and following your gut to make the right decision for your children and your famil...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- Coronavirus Resource CenterTrust Your Mom Gut to Make the Best Schooling Decision for Your FamilyEducation is a hot topic these days as we face a new school year during a global pandemic. As moms, we have carried our families through all of the regular parental responsibilities in addition to the added emotional labor that has come with the ...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- Summer Learning10 Everyday Ways to Keep Your Child Reading While Having FunReading is one of the most important skills you should try to boost outside of school. Foster your child's bookworm habits with these simple activities and tips that make reading so fun, he'll fill up his book chart in no time. ...Erin Dower
- Coronavirus Resource Center5 Phrases to Say to Your Anxious Child About Schools ReopeningBack-to-school has never felt so fraught with emotion and uncertainty thanks to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. As parents, we feel the swing of sanity as it rests upon surges of fear, hope, and anxiety connected with the news and the re...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- Coronavirus Resource Center3 Ways to Stop Summer Slide During the Pandemic“Summer slide” isn’t just what your kids are begging you to add to the neighborhood pool. It refers to the loss of academic gains during the lazy days of summer where kids spend time outdoors, on vacations and sleeping in. While the break i...James Francis
- Coronavirus Resource CenterHow to Make the Most of the Summer During the PandemicWhile times are challenging and the future remains uncertain, quarantine has helped all of us learn to make the most of the present moment. It’s given us the opportunity to step back and reflect on all the things that really matter, large or sm...A.S. Braverman
- GermsTop Hot Spots for GermsWe all know germs and bacteria are almost everywhere, but where can you find the worst cases of the cooties? Check out this list of germ-laden culprits, and find out how you can protect your family without going overboard. ...Lindsay Hutton
- Summer Crafts and Activities5 Fun and Educational Activities to Keep Kids Learning This SummerEditor's Note: We know raising kids can be hard. That's why we're dedicated to making your life easier with the latest and greatest parenting advice and products. We wanted to let you know that if you chose to purchase one of the items featured i...Cynthia Thayer
- Technology and LearningHow to Help Your Child With Online LearningChildhood is all about adjustments and transitions. As adults, we know that there will be many times we need to teach children how to adjust their expectations and behavior, or how to be resilient when something changes. But as 90% of children wo...Alexia Mezzini
- Healthy MarriageHow to Nurture Your Marriage During the PandemicLife is stressful. Whether you choose to let it feel like a punishment or meet it in a way that will create change in your life is up to you. At the time I’m writing this, I’m quarantined in my Brooklyn apartment with my biz partner/husb...Michelle Keinan