Articles in Cover Kid and Family Life

Is This Our New Normal?

by Joy Holden on July 17, 2019

Barry, oh Barry. You arrived late and then left without making much of an impression. And we are grateful! Your tardiness and lack of effort were quite welcome to those of us still suffering from storm shock. Let me just say, on behalf of all the 201... Read full article

One-on-One with WWE Champion Kofi Kingston

on August 05, 2019

I recently had the extreme pleasure to speak with WWE Champion Kofi Kingston about his life as a wrestler and dad. To say that I was excited for this interview is an understatement. Add in the fact that he is also my son’s favorite wrestler, it was t... Read full article

Smile or Else! A Friendly Guide to Taking Family Photos and Keeping Your Sanity

on October 02, 2017

Despite the effort you put forward, it is easy to wonder if it is worth the hassle and if there is any way to make it through without feeling like you’re family is enduring cruel and unusual punishment. I am here to assure you that indeed, there is. ... Read full article

Teaching Children To Say I'm Sorry

on November 01, 2015

“Go to your room and think about what you just said!” A phrase every child has heard at least once after being involved in a disagreement.... Read full article

Stress-Free Summer Planning

on September 14, 2016

Unless single parents are teachers and have the summers off, they usually dread the summer months.... Read full article

The Dos and Don'ts of Savvy Shopping

on August 01, 2016

Is Eating Healthy Possible On A Tight Budget?... Read full article

Parental Procrastination

on November 29, 2016

Is it hurting your child?... Read full article

On Being a Stepmom

on October 04, 2017

I spent years filled with so much frustration, trying to figure out the “right” way to step-parent. In all of my striving, I eventually determined that “right” is undefinable in this role.... Read full article

11 April Fools' Pranks for Kids

on March 27, 2019

If you love to celebrate April Fools' Day with your kiddos, then we’ve got the perfect collection of April Fools' pranks for you. They are all good-spirited April Fools' fun and harmless pranks for kids, and you will be the coolest mom ever.... Read full article

When Should You Tell Children About the Easter Bunny?

on April 03, 2017

We all love these sweet moments, but the innocent naiveté can’t last forever. When is it the right time to share that the careful creator of those baskets is not an oversized, bow-tied bunny, but instead mom or dad? ... Read full article