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I Was Just the Placeholder
At dinner tonight, out of the blue, my eight-year-old asked me, “What would happen if there was a woman and a man, and they...
When Friends Divorce: Navigating Uncertainty as a Mom and Friend
Lately, several people in our world—friends, classmates’ parents, and family members—have gone through divorces. And I’ll be honest: I don’t always know how to...
United Co-Parenting During Divorce Keeps Children’s Emotional Well-being Intact
I still remember the heart-wrenching moment years ago when my ex-wife and I told our children that we would be divorcing.
I could barely hold...
Postpartum Support International: Stepping Out of the Storm
I have suffered from postpartum PTSD and anxiety and consider myself a warrior and now an advocate. At the time, like so many other...
Reclaiming Quality Family Time
You know that feeling. The one where you're physically sitting on the floor with your kids, but your mind is stuck replaying that tense...
Confessions of Addiction
My husband and I had a few days off together this past week. As I sat drinking my coffee with him, I told him...
Preparing for Your Birth Plan with Confidence
Having a baby is a special time in one’s life. As wonderful as this experience is, it often involves a variety of options, challenges,...
Respiratory Viruses in Kids: What Parents Should Know
As the weather gets colder, many children get sick with respiratory viruses that affect their lungs and breathing. These viruses can make kids feel...
Maternal Mental Health: Why Specialized Treatment and Medication Management Matter
Pregnancy and motherhood are often portrayed as idyllic and fulfilling periods of life. While this may hold true for some, it’s essential to acknowledge...
The King Experience: Discovery, Exploration, & Hands-On Learning
At King School, we don’t believe the smartest person in the room is the one with all the answers but the one with all the...