Tips + Tricks

Parenting sometimes requires a court order and a family lawyer. This isn’t something anyone ever imagines when they first think about having a baby, or when they first get married — but it’s real life. I’ve been practicing family law for...

Summer is a time for kids to enjoy lazy lake days, popsicles, and bike riding. It's a time for fun and relaxation. But, as parents, we also want to keep them learning. Here are some ideas to help kids build knowledge...

Tension headaches are brutal — especially as a mom! They can affect you in so many ways. Causing pain, fatigue, discomfort, loss of focus, decreased productivity, lower patience tolerance, and accompanying mom guilt. A lot of moms struggle with...

Trying to think of something fun to do for a weekend? Maybe go on a 'shorter' road trip? Look no further than a trip out west - there's so many things to do with kids in Bismarck! It is about...

Over the past 35 years, my family has enjoyed countless summer weekends spent in Bemidji, MN. We have gotten to know the area well and in my opinion, it's a hidden gem in northern Minnesota. It’s far enough away...

Road trips with kids can feel like a daunting task! When my twins were six months old, my husband and I packed up our minivan and drove the seven hours and 40 minutes to Deadwood, SD for an extended...

Summer is here! We're making all the plans, writing up our summer bucket lists, and getting ready to make tons of fun memories. Here are some must-haves to help you feel a bit more prepared, to make mom life a bit...

"How do I get my kid to eat?" As an Occupational Therapist, this is a phrase I hear often. Parents come in with their child who is struggling to eat foods, whether due to a physical or behavioral concern, and...

When our family needs a big outdoor adventure that's close to home, we head a short hour south to the Sheyenne National Grassland. With over 70,000 acres of public land, there's no shortage of areas to explore. Sheyenne National Grassland The grassland...

When it comes to languages, English has always been it for me. I took enough Spanish in high school so I could later test out of my college language credit requirements. And I remember enough to say, "Hola, que pasa...