Sarah Lyons

It's vacation season. Parents everywhere are thinking about the complexities of getting everyone to their fun…

Each holiday brings the opportunity to participate in unique celebrations i with your kids and Saint Patrick'…

Play comes naturally to kids. They use it as a way to express their feelings and learn new things. In the age…

Nothing is more boring than a dreary, rainy day. Lounging in bed or curling up with a good book may sound ide…

There is nothing more heartwarming than a gift made by a child. Handmade gifts are affordable, fun to make, a…

The day your child was born is a day to celebrate and make them feel special. Birthday parties are fun but th…

When I look back at each important moment in my life: the day I learned to drive, my graduation, my wedding, …

As a mother of six children, I have found myself comparing one child to another many times. Even though I kno…

Even though nerves are common, parents can help kids calm the butterflies and be successful.

As a parent, it can be hard to let them struggle through, or even fail at, experiences outside their comfort …

School mornings can be stressful for both parents and kids. The morning can be very hectic with limited time …

While the beginning of the school year is an exciting time and represents a new start, some kids may feel anx…

After the end of the school year excitement fades and the thrill of a trip to the pool wears off, I begin to …

Do your children have an interest in figuring out how things work? Do they enjoy experimenting with their sur…

If you are considering signing your child up for a team sport, but have reservations about the investment of …

As our children grow, they will be faced with many difficult choices. Each choice they make will determine th…

When we think of Thanksgiving Day, delicious food, football, and getting together with family and friends com…

When children have the opportunity to serve in their community, they develop a desire to help others and make…

Are you prepared if a disaster strikes? It isn't my favorite question to consider but with children in the ho…

Parties to attend, errands to run, gifts to wrap, cookies to bake, and trees to trim are just a small part of…

Parties to attend, errands to run, gifts to wrap, cookies to bake, and trees to trim are just a small part of…

While the first snow day is fun and relaxing, there are those long stretches of no school where everyone star…

Everyone has to deal with feelings of anger and frustration at times. While these feelings are normal, it is …

Dealing with a child fears