As parents it’s important to engage in the digital environment safely and responsibly and to foster communication and trust between our children and us. s Watch the recording to learn: What parents can do to not overshare Settings available for controlling your...
This story was contributed by Elizabeth Lim of The Local Mom’s Network’s Beach Cities Moms. The first time I ever considered flying with kids, I remember thinking it sounded absolutely bizarre to hold the baby on my lap for an entire flight. “What?” I thought to...
Looking for a fun and engaging summer experience for your child that also supports their learning and development? Look no further than Blooming Brains Summer Academy, a Montessori-based program designed for children from birth to 5th grade. You may recall in the...
The power of positive thinking is real. That also means that hearing our negative self-talk can create a negative attitude. To help us reframe our initial thoughts when things go wrong, psychologist and The Local Moms Network contributor Reon Baird-Feldman, Ph.D.,...
This article was contributed by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Nancy Boksenbaum. Did you know that perimenopause has its own developmental stages just like adolescence? This “prelude to menopause,” which may include shorter menstrual cycles, sleep issues, mood...
There are two kinds of kids—kids who love reading and have their nose in a book at dinner, past bedtime, and when they’re supposed to be leaving for school. And then there are those who would rather do anything than read. For parents who look to reading...
