Protecting Our Kids: Where Should We Draw the Line?

In today’s world there are so many threats to our kids’ physical and emotional well being that it is almost overwhelming. Cyber-bullying, kidnapping, too much violence and sex in the media and of course, the scars and damage that can occur in marriage and divorce. If these issues have kept you up at night, stay [...]

Cellphones: Should I Say Yes?

Dear Mr. Dad: My daughter turns ten next week and has made it known that she expects, needs, yearns for, and won’t be able to live without a cell phone. “Everybody has one,” she says. Is she too young? I’m not even sure I know what the issues are, but it seems like opening a [...]

An Interview with Melissa Stanton

Melissa Stanton is the author of The Stay-at-Home Survival Guide: Field-tested strategies for staying smart, sane, and connected while caring for your kids (Seal Press/Perseus Books,) and founder of www.lifesupportformoms.com. 1. Many moms love the idea of being a stay-at-home mom, but in actually doing the work everyday women get burned out, lose their own [...]

Ten Tips for Saving Money for College

This year, more than ever, college bound students and their parents will want to spread their spending dollars as far as possible. Marie Carr, author of Sending Your Child to College  has sent three daughters to 4 different colleges. She offers these tips that will help parents save money. 1. Don’t pay for health insurance [...]