Big Kid
7 Universal Truths About Raising Teenagers
Some days I think chasing a toddler around the pool’s edge would be less exhausting than parenting teens.
Big Kid
Summer Sleep-Away Camp Essentials
Yes, of course you will get a list from your summer sleep-away camp telling you that you should pack sheets, sunscreen and bug spray. Plus lots more I’m sure. But on THIS list are the extras that can make your child’s experience just a little sweeter while away from home.
Holidays
DIY Holiday Wreaths
Ring in the Christmas season with fun homemade wreaths crafted from repurposed household items you can find in your own recycling bin! One man’s trash is another man holiday trimming!
Crafts
Make your own Magical Toadstools
Add some fairy lore to your little one’s life with this easy toadstool terrarium craft. It’s simple, fun and probably magical!
Crafts
Faux Summer Seashell Jewelry
Recycle last night’s take-out container into today’s top fashion! This super simple craft is fun for kids and stylish enough to wear out on the town.
Big Kid
Man Smell
Guest contributor, Laura Bennett has come to realize she is facing male puberty at home. And in her case, she’ll have to deal with it for the next DECADE.
Big Kid
How to Talk to Your Tween Daughter About Sex
There’s no need to dread The Talk. We’ve got some advice, but would love to hear your pearls of been-there-done-that wisdom.
Activities
How to Host a Rainy Birthday Party
How’s it been in your neck of the woods? For us, June felt like April with all the rain showers. Summer birthdays are supposed to mean outdoor parties. But what do you do if it rains?
Young Child
5 Steps to Arming Your Child With Street Smarts
Basic and invaluable advice for parents on kids’ personal safety.
Young Child
How to Tell the Difference between a Reward and a Bribe
When parenting, although it may seem like rewards and bribes are identical twins there are ways to tell the difference, and it’s an important distinction.
Activities
Go Play in Dirt, because Nature Rocks
Get outside and discover nature. A new online tool helps you narrow it down to activities that are age appropriate and in your own area.
Activities
Party at a Local Int’l Festival
With the warmer weather consider attending international festivals to introduce your children to the music, dance, games and FOOD of different cultures.
Holidays
Earth Day Craft– T-Shirt Weaving
Turn old t-shirts into art with this weaving project for Earth Day. Don’t forget Earth Day is April 22.
Activities
See the Cherry Blossoms
It’s been a cold Spring so that means that the trees are tardy with their blooming. But don’t you delay because Cherry Blossom season comes and goes very quickly. Make this the week you appreciate their beauty.
Activities
Visit the Circus
Spring and Autumn are the perfect seasons to visit the circus. It’s not too hot or too cold. We’ve discovered a gem of one, the UniverSoul Circus.
Holidays
Easter Egg Dyeing
Here’s some last minute inspiration for dyeing and displaying your Easter Eggs.
Holidays
Observe Earth Hour this Weekend and Every Weekend
Yes, show world leaders your concern for our global climate by turning off your lights on Saturday night. But make you can continue to make Earth Hour a weekly event at your house thereafter.
Parenting
Interesting Parenting Traditions from Different Cultures
Ritual binds us together and make us aware that we are all more alike than different. Here are some interesting parenting traditions from around the world.
Activities
How to Survive Cabin Fever if You are Craft-impaired
School break is upon us. At Alpha Mom we have plenty ideas for the crafty. So, we thought it would only be fair to present some for the not so-crafty. Enjoy!
Holidays
Everyone is Irish on St. Paddy’s Day
If Valentine’s Day for kids is all about love cards for friends and family, then St. Patrick’s Day is all about being pinned and proclaiming oneself to be Irish for the day. We’ve found some of the most adorable St. Patty’s Day pins out there.