We like control in our culture, so anything that promises us that feeling is quickly embraced. Thus, the power of the “health and wellness” industry to win new believers to one new goal after another. Medical people are also vulnerable to wanting control, and so they too can sometimes be…

It is truly amazing how much righteousness and judgement complete strangers will feel free to fling at mothers. Fathers usually get a pass for all but the most obviously egregious behavior. They are expected to be barely involved, which means anything more is golden. Mothers, however, are expected to be…

Ah, yes. I do remember the fleet of crumby, gummy vehicles which packed my garage. Into which fine chassis would we pack our twins today? Would we take the front-back tandem or the side-by-side? Maybe we’d take two umbrella strollers or the knobby wheeled all terrain double? So many options…

There are many books that help couples through fertility treatment issues and logistics. I recommend getting an up-to-date fertility book to learn the terminology, techniques, and possibilities. However, if you find yourself deep in a struggle with repeated trials and failures, then you are going to need some additional help…

I’ve found wisdom in all kinds of places. One day, many years ago, I picked up a book by the Dalai Lama. What I remember from the book was the encouragement to “practice compassion in everyday life.” He felt this was particularly important for western cultures where we are so…

We are a nation in love with a good diagnosis. Whether it’s a vitamin deficiency, a personality disorder, or a behavioral variation, we want to label it and treat it. It gives us a wonderful sense of control. And there are many very real issues kids face which can be…

Gift or curse. It’s all relative. (har, har!) All puniness aside, you may find yourself seeing family from a new perspective after you have kids. You may grow closer to some family members as you see them through new eyes and fresh challenges. …

When you have multiple young children, finding room for them can become a challenge. Many people skip toddler beds, and instead go from crib to crib-mattress on the floor. This gives the child time to learn how to sleep on a small mattress without falling out of bed. For some…

Halloween has everything a child needs for pure joy. Costumes, parties, games, silliness, staying up past bedtime to walk around outside in the DARK! And how could a child not love strolling up to other people’s doors and demanding candy! Ya gotta admit that as holidays go this one is…