We have all heard of empty nest syndrome, when your children graduate and move out of the home.
But, what about just before that stage— when your kids are in their teens, having increased independence and craving freedom to become...
As an Elementary School Media Specialist (a.k.a. School Librarian), I have the privilege of being surrounded by children’s books every day. I also have the responsibility to research, purchase, promote and read a variety of books to my students....
It happened.
Something that I only had seen in the movies. That always made me cringe and think, I hope that’s never me.
My 7th grade son walked in on my husband and me, in the bedroom.
I was mortified.
It was...
Hip dysplasia: have you ever heard of it? Don't feel bad if you haven't because up until about two years ago, I had never heard of it either. Little did I know, I would soon become very familiar with...
Prior to having kids, I would sit and daydream what it would be like to be a first-time mom. Of course it was magical, wonderful, every warm fuzzy feeling I could dream up. I also would make myself imaginary...
Whether your child is 6 months old or 16, it's always a good time to think about saving for college and their future education. Looking at the current cost of college, now is a good time to start planning...
As moms, we know the challenges we face each day grow as fast as our children do. Life becomes less predictable each day. Our responsibilities grow as we stretch our time and our energy thinner and thinner. Even on...
Living in North Dakota, we have to be creative in the winter to keep our kids entertained indoors. Some winters are longer than others, and this spring has proven to keep us on our toes. As we prepare for...
One evening while using my time to mindlessly scroll Facebook, I saw a snapshot of a Twitter post that read, “Are you healed or are you distracted?”
Well. Call the police please because I am being targeted by a stranger...
When brainstorming words to recap my first year as a single parent I kept coming back to a very simple word — wild.
Being a parent in general is wild, because kids are wild, this world around us is wild,...
In + Around Fargo
Where to Donate or Sell Baby Items in Fargo-Moorhead
When you first had your baby, you probably bought all of the 'must-have' items: highchairs, walkers, strollers, cute outfits, and more! And now that...
