Navigating Teen Relationships: 5 Tips from Talk to Me First
I had my first boyfriend in the final days of seventh grade. We’d been flirting for weeks, and his best friend was already “going out with” my best friend, so …
On Teen Dating, Healthy Relationships, and Homecoming Dances
By Samantha Straub, LCPC, Parent Coach and Owner of Teen Savvy I’m walking down the school hallway at the end of lunch period and see a group of boys, mostly …
It’s Easy to Love a Library
When my son was younger, the Broadneck branch of the Anne Arundel County Public saved my life. Ok, maybe not literally, but it certainly saved my sanity. Winters were always …
Husband’s Newfound Religion Leaves No Room for Wife
Each week, we pull an intriguing post from our Facebook group for our panel of experts and area moms to weigh in on. QUESTION: Has anyone split up with her …
New Kid on the Block Needs Boundaries
Each week, we pull an intriguing post from our Facebook group for our panel of experts and area moms to weigh in on. QUESTION: I’m at a loss and need …
September is Time for a Fresh Start
We think of January as the time for new beginnings and resolutions. But let’s be honest: September is where the real action is. September is all about fresh starts and …
Lonely Child, Lonely Parent: Finding Friends When Your Kid Has None
Finding friends when your kid has none? Yikes, that sounds harsh! But it’s an honest situation that many parents find themselves in. For many people (especially the primary parent), the …
What’s that rash?
At first, it looks like a bug bite or an ingrown hair. But soon, your child has a red rash that they can’t stop scratching, and it appears to be …
My Kid Has the Confidence of the Gods
My son texted one day last spring to tell me he was going to join the lacrosse team. This was a surprise given the fact that Craigs historically do not …
Are Extracurriculars Really Extra?
Back-to-school time means a return to routines, structures, and academic pursuits. And, for many families, this time of year also means a ramp-up in extracurriculars, now often referred to as …