Expert Advice

Whether you are a slick career Mom in the city or a soccer Mom in the suburbs, you are a member of a club with its own set of expectations, its own rules and its own taboos. Motherhood is a powerful unifier of women; its joys and challenges are shared experiences. But with seven children between us, the only thing we know for sure is that we’ve got a lot to learn.

As parents, we look ahead to a new year with hopes for growth and happiness for ourselves and our families. For our children, we look to provide new experiences, learning, fun, and caring. The special moments of childhood that provide those experiences come from many sources. The unique experience that is camp gives children confidence, helps them learn new things and provides many other benefits

Parents always marvel by the silly things kids say. Too many times we laugh and say, “Kids say the darnedest things.” But have you ever considered some of the silly things you say to your child? Perhaps we should pause, just for a moment, and think about what we say to our children, and consider how ridiculous we must sound.

Have you ever thought, “If I’m a stay-at-home parent, why am I spending so much time in the car?” Whether you’re on your way to the grocery store or cruising cross country in the family minivan, take advantage of that “captive” time to communicate and connect with your children.

Have you ever watched a television commercial and thought, “my kid could do that?” Or has your child come to you saying she wants to be a model or movie star? Contrary to what most people think, you don’t need to move your family to New York or L.A. for a child to find professional work in show business.