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Jon Gustin aka The Tired Dad: 6 Things We’re Taking from His MomCast Interview
Jon Gustin is the dad behind the popular social media account “The Tired Dad“. Known for his candid takes on sobriety, marriage and parenting, he has become the millennial voice of fatherhood—all while pouring an endless cup of coffee. Recently, Jon sat down with...
Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun!
Credit: Rosalynn Daniels for @craftboxgirls Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought...
How to Master AP Biology and AP Chemistry: Moving Beyond Memorization
Taking an Advanced Placement (AP) Science course like Biology or Chemistry is a fantastic way to prepare for college, but many students quickly realize that the strategies they used in previous science classes are no longer enough. You might walk into a test...
5 Smart Tips for a Sane Girl Summer
This year, we’re aiming for Sane Girl Summer, aka Manageable for Moms Summer aka Summer So Everyone Has Fun (Including Mom).
7 Ways to Love Your Kid-Free Weekends as a Single Mom
Amanda Vlastas of West University Moms shares seven ways to start enjoying your kid-free weekends.
Jon Gustin aka The Tired Dad: 6 Things We’re Taking from His MomCast Interview
Jon Gustin is known for his take on millennial fatherhood, and recently he sat down with MomCast to discuss his new book.
What To Say When…Your Child Won’t Listen
It can be hard to know what to say as a parent. Our next advice column from Dr. Nicole Lipkin gives you the words you need.
What to Say When…Your Child Says “I Hate Myself”
Knowing what say in the moment while parenting can be really tough. From the time kids are young toddlers and trying to push your buttons, to bigger kids with bigger problems, we all want to say and do the right thing. In her new column “What to Say When…”, clinical...
Daycare or Nanny? How to Choose for Your Family
Daycare or nanny? It’s one of the most common decisions and the first of many tough ones you’ll make as a mom. For some families, scheduling, budget or number of kids makes the choice more obvious, and for others, they may pivot as their kids grow and lives change. To...
Meet a Mom: Journalist and Author Fortesa Latifi
Fortesa Latifi is a Los Angeles-based journalist and soon to be mom-of-two. Her new book, Life, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online focuses on a hot topic: the child influencer industry. While family social accounts continue to be...
Stress-Free Reunion Planning: A Mom’s Guide
Planning a multi-generational family reunion requires comfort, ease, and absolute peace of mind. When you are coordinating a getaway for a large crew, you need a destination that eliminates the exhausting lines and logistical headaches of traditional theme parks while...
Got a Non-Sporty Kid? Here’s What Parents Should Know
Not all kids love sports. Here’s what parents should know about alternatives.
A Mom’s Secret Sleep Weapon: Eight Sleep
This smart mattress is helping moms get the one thing we all need – more sleep.
Youth Sports: Expert Advice on When to Start Travel, Dealing with Disappointment and More
Kirsten Jones, author of Raising Athletes, share on all things youth sports, from starting travel to handling disappointment.
A Former Beauty Editor Shares Her Picks for Spring Skincare, Makeup and More
The Vogue contributor shares details of her new online boutique and skincare, makeup and style secrets for spring.
Shorter Session Camps: A Great Way to Try Something New This Summer
Not only do “session” camps offer an opportunity for new campers to try out camps, but many of our top picks have availability.
Meet a Dad: Actor & Author Andrew McCarthy
Andrew McCarthy is best known as the “Brat Pack” actor from Pretty in Pink and St. Elmo’s Fire; he’s also an accomplished travel journalist and author, with four New York Times bestsellers, including Walking with Sam: A Father, A Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across...
Meet a Mom: Kay Dudley of Kay & Tay on her Recent Health Crisis, Motherhood and More!
Kay Dudley (Photo Credit: Sally Rong) Kay and Tay Dudley are true social media stars—with almost 20 million followers on TikTok and Instagram alone. Their feed is full of positivity, including plenty of sweet moments as a couple and with their three daughters (Kinsley...
Summer Camps 2026 The Ultimate Guide
Summer is just around the corner and if you are anything like me you are already staring at the calendar trying to figure out how to fill those long sunny days with something more than just screen time and snack requests. Finding the perfect summer day camp in the...
Spring CAMP Guide 2026
Spring Camps JCC If you like a variety of activities everyday, then this is the camp for you! Scavenger hunts, swimming, cooking, science exploration, drama, art, sports, sledding and more. Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County 1 Federation Way...
