Tag: safety
Please Watch Your Kids at the Pool
Dear Mom at the Pool,
I stand in the pool with both of my children, watching one swim on his own while catching the other...
How to Choose a Safe Vacation Rental
I left hotels behind years ago, and since then, I’ve stayed in castles, houseboats, and ancient guard towers. I’ve stayed at dude ranches, on...
Rehoming Our Dog
Before I had kids, I was a "fur mama." Our dog, Scout, was the center of the universe. He slept on our bed, had...
Stay Safe at Home With a NOAA Weather Radio
This post is sponsored by Midland Radio, a Kansas City based company and the leader in weather safety products.
While we all try to embrace...
Her Body, Her Choice – Even at Five
It started at daycare last year.
The other mom thought that it was cute. I thought it was not, and had they been in high...
Comeback Kids – Recovering from a Concussion
Whether Friday night lights fracas, an errant high kick in dance or the mid-air separation of skateboard and skater, more and more young athletes...
The (Mostly Free) Safety Hacks You Need When You Have Small...
We've all heard that every child is different. My first born is a people-pleasing rule follower. My second born is a honey badger. Girlfriend...
Keeping Your House Poison Free
We are all settling into our school routine now and the craziness of the morning rush. As the chaos and hustle occur, safety mistakes...
Tips for Weathering Tornado Season and How You Can Help Those...
Tornado season may be nothing new to those of us who have lived in the Kansas City area, but Tuesday night's experience sure was....
Dermatologist-Recommended Safe Sunscreens for the Whole Family
As moms, we always want the best for our kids, and when it comes to choosing sun protection it’s no different. So how do...
Surviving the Severe Weather Season
Severe weather season has arrived in Kansas City. As moms, this also means our role as comforter and protector of our kids is thrown...
Three Cheers to Poison Control
New motherhood involves many phone calls. Even for me, a person who doesn’t enjoy talking on the phone. I made many calls in those...
Managing Your Digitally Connected Kid
It is almost a guarantee that someday your kid will get a device that will allow them to email, text, use apps and maybe...
6 Ways to Prevent Fraud During Holiday Shopping
It’s go time. The holidays are here, and you’ve got loved ones to shop for. Unfortunately, fraudsters are ready to take advantage of the...
Keeping Kids Safe During the Holidays
The holidays are so much fun with kids! The family traditions, new toys, cousins playing, holiday parties, and more! It also means a change...
