Ah, a new year. I love the start of a new year. It’s a chance to wipe the slate clean, start fresh, try something new, and set new goals. It may just be another day, but symbolically, it’s much more. It’s a chance to push yourself in new ways. But my problem isn’t setting goals. … Continue Reading →
A couple days ago, I got an email from BabyCenter.com called “8 Ways to survive — and enjoy — the holidays.” It came just in time because God knows I could use the help. As we enter the home stretch toward Christmas, I feel like a a marathon runner on mile 25 of the 26-mile … Continue Reading →
Attention parents of preteen boys: The Centers for Disease Control is now recommending that the boys, not just girls, should get the HPV vaccine to control the virus that can lead to cervical cancer. Recommended since 2006 for girls, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted Tuesday to recommend that boys also get the … Continue Reading →
The old saying goes, “If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.” But for anyone raising a toddler, I think it should be amended to “If the toddler ain’t sleeping, ain’t nobody sleeping.” A few weeks ago, my 16-month-old decided he hates his crib. He’d thrash, convulse, and scream at bedtime, like he was being electrocuted … Continue Reading →