Tag: coronavirus

The Unexpected Blessings of Slowing Down — Even if It’s Not by...

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I have struggled to write this piece. Oh, it was fine kicking the idea around in my brain last month. I planned to share a...

This Pandemic Poses Challenges for Every Family

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It is very hard not to look at someone else's seemingly perfect life and be jealous, and that's never been more true in this...

What It’s Like Out There: Family Travel During the Pandemic

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When COVID-19 reached the U.S. and states started shutting down in March, I didn't think we'd have to cancel our family vacation plans in...

Halloween 2020 is Happening

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The hot topic of the month: What are you doing for Halloween? Is Halloween canceled? Will you trick-or-treat? Should I buy candy or other...

Newborn Photo Session Safety During COVID-19

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This is an article written in partnership with Libby Bianchi.  Ah, the wonder of bringing a baby into the world! It’s an amazing feat. Truly. And it’s...

Triumphing Through Transitions 

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I know most of us have been treading water throughout these crazy times. But I say, if your family is breathing, eating, and not...

5 Ways to Celebrate Distance Learning (and Bring Some Good Back-to-School...

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How can we celebrate distance learning? In a normal year, the first day of school usually comes with nervousness and excitement. My children are always...

Make Your Own Medal: You Are a Quarantine Champion

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The 2020 Summer Olympics may be postponed until next year, but we parents everywhere are engaged with challenges that make us champions every day....

You Can Do Hard Things: When the Global Pandemic Challenges Us

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I am a huge Peloton fan. Instructors often say, "you can do hard things." This mantra is commonly shared by instructors before leading the...

COVID Fatigue: Finding Balance Between Questions and Positive Aspects

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I don’t know about you, but I am really feeling the COVID fatigue. Everything is piling up and it seems there is no end...

Keeping in Touch During a Global Pandemic: Tips for Toddlers

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As I waved my Dad off at the airport last September, I had no idea that nearly a year later, I'm still not sure...

The ABCs of Staying Home During Covid

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Before staying home during quarantine, I had never made banana bread. Or whipped coffee. And I had certainly never considered where to get a...

Back to School In Person vs. Distance Learning: How Do We...

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Back to school season is practically here and things look very different this year. According to many parenting Facebook groups, local listservs, and group...

Homeschooling Tips, Tricks, and Resource Picks | Part 2

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So you’ve decided to homeschool. Now what? Due to the unexpected nature of 2020 and all of the changes brought on by COVID-19, many families...