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New Year's Eve can become like Prom Night if you let it: fraught with expectation and pressure. But instead of dropping an extra $150 on a limo ride through the McDonald's drive-thru, you're spending ... [Read More]
New Year’s Eve – on the cheap and easy
When hand-washing isn’t enough, on battling germs
Staying healthy with three little boys in two different schools (read: germ pools) is a crap-shoot at best. We live in the world, touch stuff, and do things. We are bound to get sick this winter even ... [Read More]
You don’t need my permission, but you have it anyway
I met Erin in my new mom support group; her son was 12 days older than Julian. We spent hours together with our babies when they were two and three months old, walking with strollers, going out to ... [Read More]
How to fly alone with a baby
This guest post was written by my friend, Beth who flew solon from Chicago to Australia alone with her 6-month old. I'm beyond proud of her and think her tips work even if you're not flying ... [Read More]
Crying and laughing – let’s try to do both
I bet most of you spent a little time crying or fighting back tears over the past few days. If you are new to parenthood, this is part of the deal. Any tragedy to any child becomes your tragedy in a ... [Read More]
Holiday bonuses for caregivers (guest post)
I can sum up my own stance on gift-giving for preschool teachers and babysitters quite simply: give as much cash as you can afford plus something sentimental if time permits. Annika's feelings about ... [Read More]
