Crystal Ponti
5 Apps All Busy Parents Need
A long time ago, I thought an app could only help with parenting if it could produce two extra arms for me or add...
Beating the Stigma of Breastfeeding
I write about kids and parenting a lot, but it might surprise you to know that I am not actually a mom; I’m an...
Can a Full-Time Mom Train to Become a Nurse?
Being a mom is a full time job in itself. However, training to be a nurse alongside your daily tasks is doable. There are...
Tips On Reducing the Impact a Newborn May Have On Pets
A constant companion in the form of your four-legged best friend may be less than thrilled when you bring home a new, little bundle...
Fluoride and Toddlers: What to Expect
Even though most parents understand that using fluoride is crucial for keeping their children’s teeth healthy and cavity-free, there is a lot of misunderstanding...
How to Get Back in Shape WHILE Spending Time With Your Kids
As mothers, we are all about putting our kids first and our needs second. Exercise is one such case and we are often guilty...
The Dummies Guide to Car Maintenance
Cars might look simple on the outside: they have four wheels, some doors, a roof, etc.; pretty basic. However, as I hope you would...
How to Prepare for a Trip to the Beach with Kids
It’s the dog days of summer-the days are long, the weather is great, and there’s no doubt that every mom out there is ready...
What to Do if Your Teen Doesn’t Want to Go to College
It happened; your high schooler came up to you and said they don’t want to go college. For years you dreamed and assumed your...
Why Knowing Your Neighbors Leads to a Safer Neighborhood
You might have grown up playing with the neighborhood kids, watching your mom sip coffee with some of the other moms on their porches...