Cookie Program Optional Extension Update In an effort to continue our promise to remain transparent, we would like to share our latest update. Based on feedback from our members, and due to the production delays, shortages and short-shipped deliveries from our baker, ABC Bakers, we have decided to […]
7 Ways to Be Respectful (And a One-Step Trick to Getting More Respect From Others) While respect should be second nature to us (Aretha made darn sure we knew how to spell it and practice it), there seems to be a major deficit of it in our world […]
Why tolerance isn’t working In a world where divisive language is seemingly everywhere, and arguments over who “belongs” and who doesn’t seem pointedly heated, there are a lot of people talking about the importance of teaching our children “tolerance.” And while those intentions are definitely a step in […]
Got Upset and Yelled at the Kids? Here are Three Ways to Make Peace Hard truth? Even parents and caregivers who are usually amazing at keeping their cool are having a hard time these days. In an ideal world, we’d stay calm, cool, and collected. But the world […]
Remote Schooling Meant Less Bullying. What Now? It’s no secret that a lot of kids didn’t love fully remote schooling. They missed their friends, school-based activities like sports and prom, and the independence of having a space in the world separate from their families. They had zoom fatigue […]
Teach Your Kids it’s OK to Not Be OK “Never give up.” “Quitters never win.” “Just push through it.” So many of us were raised with these well-meaning sentiments. Often framed as messages of inspiration and resilience, they overlook the fact that sometimes the strongest and most courageous […]
Why She Needs a Summer Job (It’s Not Just About Cash) When your teen finally lands her first job, it’s a big moment. Even if she’s gotten an allowance in the past, having someone else besides the people who love her recognize her potential is a huge vote […]
7 Ways Summer Camp Brings Out Her Best Summer is when some of the most fun childhood memories are made, but did you know that it’s also an awesome opportunity for your girl to grow, learn, and become her best self? Here are seven amazing benefits your girl […]
Why Just Trying is Sometimes Good Enough Think back to when your girl was a toddler; do you remember that boundless enthusiasm and I-can-do-anything attitude? One day she wanted to be a writer and the next day she’d switched to wanting to be a dentist/astronaut (because dental hygiene […]
Parents? You’re Doing Some Heroic Work Right Now Lots of things are hard these days, and so many of us are feeling the stress. Beyond doing everything in your power to keep your loved ones healthy, there’s so much day-to-day stuff that can go sideways in a moment’s notice. […]
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