Although I just filled a Wal-Mart shopping cart with school supplies for A.J.’s second grade needs, I was far from done with getting him ready for the academic year. As a food allergy and asthma family, we have to make sure all of A.J.’s medications are up-to-date and his school …

Remember when your parents ran behind you holding on to your seat to teach you how to ride a bike? Well, that old school way is no more!  The new theory for bike riding instruction is to learn balance with NO pedals – then add pedals to ride safely. If …

At the end of every school year, I dread planning for summer. It’s hot. It’s expensive to feed growing kids. It’s a delicate balancing act to keep an energetic boy who’s an only child – busy. I want nothing more than to sit around at the pool every day and …

Thanks to your feedback on what  I should feature in the Summer Survival Series, one of the biggest questions is “where do I find free kids events?” If you’re budget conscious and have multiple children, I know that the cost of summer activities can really add up. Here’s a list …