parenting

New Yorkers are going to be JEALOUS. It is a concern for every new parent in the United States. Right here in the Western New York area, child care can be a MAJOR expense. We just had our first kid and trying to put him in daycare raises 2 challenges:

I used to roll my eyes every time one of my friends used their baby as an excuse to leave somewhere early. Or use their kid as an excuse not to go out. We would think people were so dramatic when they complained about not having enough time to do laundry. Or to even shower.

At some point, dad has told you a story or fact to help guide you and keep you safe. But were they real?

If you’ve been hoping to get out in the woods with your 12-13 year old child, that may become a possibility soon. Erie County is holding a hearing today.

Good luck mom and dad! This is an exciting time and hopefully it can be made less frustrating.

They all told me it would be quick. But today, I watched my daughter get in her car and drive to school for her senior year. Where did my little girl go?

As a new school year approaches, you and your children may still be facing uncertainty from the pandemic, specifically from the threat of the Delta variant. Thoughts of your children's physical health and safety, germ transmission and mask-wearing, or about how to prepare them socially and emotionally for a return to in-person learning.

With kids heading back to the actual classroom this year expect to dig a little deeper into your wallet for school supplies.

Reusable water bottles are a must-have for every student heading back to school this fall. Staying hydrated throughout the day is so important for your brain and body! In this list I've included some stainless steel and some reusable plastic bottles that all have tons of really high ratings on Amazon. Enjoy!

When you feel like "swearing" stop yourself, and insert these words, or phrases.

Whether it be unsolicited advice or just comments that are just obnoxious. Having a baby, especially for the first time is life-changing, I am sure of that. I believe you. But, the first thing that some people will tell you is something negative. How it is going to change your life followed up by a negative example.

Here we are again, summertime in the Hudson Valley. The kids are home for the next couple of months and mine are already ready to stay up late every single night. Do you give your kids a bedtime during the summer months?