Alabama Gives Day!
When you become a parent Non Profits become a staple in your life. Whether it’s the McWane Science Center, the Birmingham Zoo or your favorite library, you most likely visit ... Read More
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Make a Valentine for Children's Hospital
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you can help brighten the day of a child that will be spending their Valentines in the hospital. Many of our local ... Read More
Signs of a Gifted Child
Admit it. At some point, everyone thinks their child is gifted. It’s hard NOT to think your little angel is a future Picasso or Einstein. There are some signs that ... Read More
Medical Minute: Pregnancy Over 30
Times, they are a-changin’… A lot of women are waiting until after 30 to have kids. On the bright side, you’re more mature and patient. But as always, be in ... Read More
No Name-Calling Week
We know that words can hurt, and one full week in January has been set aside to study the effect of name calling and to learn how we can be ... Read More
Parenting with a PhD: New Year, New Sibling
Parent Question: How can we nurture the big sibling when a new baby wreaks havoc on their only child universe? Parenting with a Ph.D. Response: From the moment he pulls ... Read More
Patience: Honesty and Positive Reinforcement
Sometimes, being honest with ourselves is the hardest part. If your child is misbehaving or not listening, honestly ask yourself if you were ignoring them or their needs? It’s not ... Read More
Working Mommy Madness: I Quit!
I quit my job. I did it two days before Christmas. I couldn’t stop sweating as I made the phone call. My voice had this weird shrilly pitch that comes ... Read More
All About ArtPlay
By Kristen Berthiaume If you’ve ever wondered what was going on in the beautiful, old green house on 19th Street South near UAB, allow me to give you a sneak ... Read More
Patience: You have to create balance and eliminate chaos.
Not all of our patience problems are caused by our offspring. I’m so very guilty of this one! I don’t like disorder. A messy kitchen sets the tone for me ... Read More
