The Homework Blues
If getting your child to complete assignments is a daily battle, we’ll help you evaluate whether her workload is appropriate–and ease the ordeal of getting it done. Full article in Parents
Articles
20 Ways to Inspire Creativity in Your Kids
If I could work more fun and imagination into my family’s day in just 24 hours, so can you. Full article in Parents
Travel Soccer is Every Parent’s Nightmare
Faraway games, sacrificed weekends, agressive parents—there’s not too much good to say about travel soccer. So why are we schlepping our kids all over creation to play it? Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
New Rules for Love, Sex, and Marriage
Does flirting lead to an affair? Should you tell your friend you saw her husband out with someone else? And other questions answered. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Aren’t Kids Supposed to be Off for the Summer?
Pricey camps, luxe pools, artsy activities … with summer on the horizon, many parents are wondering what happened to the days when you could tell your kids, “Go out and play!” Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Bad Neighbors, Nasty Notes, and the Death of Idyllic Suburban Life
Most people move to the suburbs for the small town life. But, as our writer found out thanks to a nasty note on her friend’s car, that small town life is in serious trouble. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Did This Woman Fake Cancer?
Supporters rallied around Lori Stilley when she confessed she was dying of bladder cancer. Until the day her sister went to the police with a shocking allegation—that Lori wasn’t sick at all. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Wedlocked
Some split couples are making the tough decision to continue co-habitating—even waving to each other as one heads out on a date. Is it the new, healthy road to divorce? Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Get Your Kids to Listen
Having a hard time getting your children to follow directions? Me too. So my friends and I decided to try our own group therapy. Don’t laugh — it works! Full article in Parents
Wait, I Have to Buy a Gift for the School Janitor?
Nothing brings out that Grinch-y holiday feeling quite like mandatory gift giving for everyone from teacher to crossing guard. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine