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Advocating for Your Gifted Child: 8 Tips I Wish I Had Known
With all three of my kids, it’s been clear from their early days that they are academically gifted little people. My oldest was reading at two, my second and third at three. They grasp concepts quickly, use vocabulary you don’t expect to hear from kids their age, etc. And it’s carried through as they’ve gotten […]
Sex and Death: Books for Tough Conversations with Young Children
It can be difficult to know what to say when your child is looking to you for guidance on a sensitive topic. The moment feels weighty and the impact of your words magnified, as you imagine the lifelong implications of whatever you choose to reveal. The right books can help start a conversation with your child, […]
MLK Day Activities and Events in the Iowa City Area
“Moreover, I am cognizant of the interrelatedness of all communities and states. I cannot sit idly by in Atlanta and not be concerned about what happens in Birmingham. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one […]
Simple Ideas For Kids to Give Back in the Community
It’s not uncommon for my family to give back, especially during the holiday season. Whether it be sponsoring a family in need, donating toys, or simply just baking cookies for those in our lives, we try to find ways to give of our time, money, or skills for the benefit of others. This year, after a […]
How to Help Your Child Audition for a Play: 7 Tips from Directors
Has your child dreamed of treading the boards? Maybe he saw one of the recent productions of Charlie Brown Christmas and wished to be part of the fun, or maybe she has aspirations to be the next Zendaya. Luckily, the Iowa City area has plenty of opportunities for young actors to learn the craft. The […]
A Poem for My Child As Mama Graduates
Dear Sweet Child, It’s been a journey–one I started before you were even a notion. But halfway through my schooling, you came in to motion. We were ecstatic when we discovered you. (But panicked, too.) How could Mommy balance school, work, and you? Mama crammed that summer, to get ahead of her newcomer. She read, […]
Breastfeeding Failure: 11 Things I Wish I Knew
When I was pregnant with my son, I was committed to breastfeeding exclusively. I went to classes, read all the books and blogs, talked with other moms who successfully breastfed, and asked for their advice. I joined online breastfeeding support communities and found local groups to attend after I gave birth. With all my preparations […]
The Last Teen In America Without a Smartphone
Smart phones. Nearly every woman, man, teenager, child, and dog has one. Okay, maybe not the dog, but you get my point. Smartphones are everywhere and used everyday. Mine recently took a “vacation” to my brother’s house two hours away. Whoops! I panicked! How were people going to get a hold of me?! I did […]
Is Private School for You? 5 Questions to Ask + 1 Key Thing to Look For
As parents, the decisions we face on a daily basis can seem daunting. They leave us constantly wondering if we made the right choice. Did I buy the right sunscreen? Did she eat enough vegetables? Have I allowed him to have too much screen time? Did I spend enough quality time with them today? It’s a […]
