Some thoughts on Kids and Competition related to sports and athletics.

Teaching children to give through charitable donation can help us pass on our values about philanthropy and about money to our children. Here's what we do for the holiday season to help our daughter make it truly the "season of giving." Includes statistics, tips and my favorite resources.

A discussion of the difficult issue of childhood constipation and refusal to use the potty as it relates to the excellent book, "It Hurts When I Poop" by Dr. Howard Bennett and published by Magination Press (American Psychological Association).

Thoughts and tips on purchasing or using an iPod or other MP3 player for children.

Making Halloween fun for children doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here's some inexpensive options for great Halloween costumes.

How to swap online for children's books and links to great sites to use.

Swaddling is an incredibly useful tool, but can be tricky! Here's some tips and resources for how to swaddle.

How to make a homemade cast cover, or order a pre-made version to help a child's cast blend in at weddings, recitals or other special occasions.

Holistic Moms Network (HMN) is a parenting support and friendship group for families interested in exploring topics of conscious parenting, holistic health and green living. I am a member of this group, and founded my local chapter in 2007. Learn more and see if HMN might be for you too.

Since the release of the first of the High School Musical movies on TV in 2006, a High School Musical birthday party has become a popular theme with girls of all ages. Here's some ideas for HSM activities to keep your birthday girl and her friends busy.