I live in a metro area where many people wouldn’t dream of sending their children to public schools. It’s simply not an option that they would consider despite the high price of private schools (between $6,000-20,000 in my area). After all, the schools in my area are notorious for low test scores and discipline problems, […]
It costs a lot to raise a child. Between food, shelter, clothing and education, most parents find that there isn’t a ton of money left over each month. The good news is that while you can spend big bucks on classes and activities, some of the best things you can do for your child’s present […]
I read something interesting in the paper the other day: Some parents are putting off Christmas until January. Tight budgets are back in vogue, and many parents are just waiting until the after Christmas sales in order to buy their gifts. We are fortunate enough to have all our Christmas shopping done right now, but […]
It’s not always an obvious decision to have a stay at home parent go back to work once the kids are in school. Although most families could put a second income to good use, it’s not always offset by the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having one parent always available to chauffeur […]
Novelty and spontaneity are grand, but don’t forget that tradition has a very important place, especially for children. Our traditions give us a sense of security and a link to the past while we look forward to the future. Even though we’re living in tough economic times, one thing that any family can afford to […]
One minute, they’re drooling adorably on a rattle, and the next thing you know they want to borrow your car keys. It might not happen quite that quickly, but it still can be pretty tough for parents to get used to the idea that their teenage children are ready to get behind the wheel. It […]
