Summer Sans Smartphone
My husband and I traded in our smartphones for flip phones for…
parenting
Parents Advocate For Midwifery On The South Shore
When Samara Grace Chadwick decided to move back to Atlantic Canada from…
CRUNCHY MOM: Five Ways to Make This Your Slow Summer
Do something new. People say time flies when you’re having fun. But really, time flies when we do the same things every day. Can you take a different route to work or visit a new beach on the weekend?
THE CRUNCHY MOM: A Plea for Play
If you think back to your childhood, I would bet your most magical memories are times spent outside, exploring the world or creating new ones with friends. So why is it so hard to come by now?
Why It’s Time To Ground Your Children
You probably remember the last time you were grounded. And no, I’m not talking about that time you snuck out in high school.
The Crunchy Mom: Anti-Social Media
A month ago, I deleted my entire Instagram page and declared I was “on a break.” Except I haven’t really been.
Surviving the Song That Doesn’t End
Exposure to music is beneficial for children. Scientific studies indicate that music can assist with language acquisition, sensorimotor development, and emotional regulation. However, research rarely considers the impact of children’s music on parents, with symptoms ranging from irritability and nausea to mania and dissociation. Here is some crucial advice for new parents.