Learning to Play with Your Kids
I’ve been a master at managing my kids’ lives but pretty lame at joining their make-believe world. I realized that I needed to get back in the game—literally. Full article in Parents
Articles
Slutty Halloween Costumes for Kids
How do you keep your little girls little when their friends are dressing like whores? Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Bathing Suit Rules for Moms
Taking on body issues, trash-talking, and modesty at the local swimming hole. Full article at Philadelphia Magazine
I Went to Penn State—But Don’t Pity Me
I never cheered for the football team or wore a school sweatshirt. But this week, as a damning report brought new shame on the university, I found solace by connecting with my fellow alumni. Full article on The Daily Beast
Your Husband Watches Porn
As the online porn explosion goes mainstream, more women are finding out about their hubbies’ late-night, clandestine meetings with the soft blue glow of the family computer. Read article in Philadelphia Magazine
Food Nazis Invade First Grade
When my daughter’s health-conscious South Jersey school issued a ban on cupcakes, parental grumbling gave way to grudging acceptance. Until two moms flouted the rules—and the flour went flying. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Desperate Housewives: The Reinvention of the Main Line Mom
Interior designer? Closet organizer? Publicist? Party planner? The truth about Philly’s new career women. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Dhyana Yoga: Is It Really Yoga?
As the owner of five wildly successful yoga studios from South Jersey to Rittenhouse, Dhyana Vitarelli may have set more people on the path to enlightenment than any other Philadelphian. So why does Dhyana Yoga have everyone’s chakras in a bunch? Full article in Philadelphia Magazine
Raise a Kid Who Gives
Doing good doesn’t just help others. It boosts your child’s confidence, happiness, and health too. Full article in Parents
Exploit Your Friends for Fun and Profit!
How Lia Sophia, Tastefully Simple and Pampered Chef are taking over women’s social lives. Full article in Philadelphia Magazine