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The Village Effect
Just remember that time focusing on YOU and your relationships with others is just as important for raising well adjusted, well loved children... this is the village effect.
Tales from a reluctant stay at home mom
CityMom Cynthia: "Would I have satisfaction being home with a 2 year old and a baby? I knew being a stay at home mom was a reluctant choice for me."
It happened in our little town :: A school shooting, part 1
The following is one of a two-part series on school shootings. The first is an intimate account of the recent shooting at Noblesville West Middle School, experienced by CityMom Abby.
Scary Thoughts: Living with Postpartum OCD
I found myself standing in the doorway of my 5 month old's nursery, sobbing and in hysterics, while she lay cooing on her playmat. This is living with postpartum OCD. And I'm not alone.
I'm a full-time working mom. And yes I'm proud.
Yes, I wish I had a better formula on how we get through each day alive, but I don’t. At the end of the day though, I’m a working mom and I’m proud.
Family road trip games :: A top 5 list from theCityMoms
When books have become a bore and tablet time has worn down yours AND the kids' attention spans, it helps to have a few road trip games for the family at the ready.
How to encourage your timid kid to try swim lessons
You all know THAT kid. Sobbing. Begging you not to make her get near that pool. Clinging to you in her wet swimsuit. Here's my experience with having a timid kid in swim lessons at Goldfish Swim School. #sponsored
Car seat safety tips :: A quick primer for parents
Car seats appear straightforward. But how many of us have spent hours trying to get that LATCH system tighter than a Kardashian's backside? Here are some car seat safety tips.
4 Water safety tips, just in time for Spring Break
If your family is headed to the beach, a waterpark, or a staycation at your fave local hotel, water time is popular for many Spring Breakers. To prep, here are 4 water safety tips from Goldfish Swim School. #sponsored
theCityMoms ask: Is my child ready for kindergarten?
How do you know if your child is ready for kindergarten? It's a question that pops up on our theCityMoms members-only forum each year, so when Christi asked it this month, we were ready with responses.
School calendar in question with Hamilton Southeastern Schools
Life for families with school-aged children revolve around the school calendar. Which is why many Hamilton Southeastern Schools families are taking issue with theirs for 2018-2019.
Goldfish Swim School teaches water safety :: An introduction
Water safety should be a big deal for parents. So that’s why all of my children at 5-years-old, 3-years-old, and eleven months, started swim lessons at Goldfish Swim School.
What is hyperemesis?
Referring to hyperemesis as “bad morning sickness” is akin to calling the plague a “bad cold.” Learn about this condition affecting Kate Middleton AND CityMom Stephanie.
Tips for dealing with smartphone addiction :: Ask Amanda
“Hey Amanda, I find myself on my phone more and more these days. What do I do?" Here are Ask Amanda's tips for dealing with smartphone addiction.
How to reduce back to school anxiety :: 5 tips from Ask Amanda
In this month's installment of Ask Amanda, resident counselor Amanda Campbell tackles how to reduce back to school anxiety for our kids. {Ok, and parents too}. Here are 5 tips.
Baby, are you my last one?
They say you know when your family is complete. What if you don't? What if you're not ready for your last baby? CityMom Courtney explores what that means.
The Note That Broke My Heart
My dear, sweet, amazing 7-year-old boy: That note you quietly taped to my nightstand broke my heart into a thousand pieces.