...I wish I could sit down with every frustrated, impatient, career-driven, daycare-supporting young momma to share my heart with them on how infinitely important it is for their babies to have mom at home to love them all day... More >>

...Our boys are six and eight and I am a stay-at-home mom. I don't let them listen to your show all that often because sometimes the topics are a little bit too adult for them, but they have heard you before and know your voice well... More >>

I want to preface this list by saying that it may upset some of you philosophically. But frankly, I don't care. Why? Because I don't care about your feelings. I only care about what is in a child's best interest... More >>

In 2005, my daughter died unexpectedly. She was 15 years old. I had two other young teenage daughters at the time, and shortly after, my youngest was invited to attend a soccer camp in Norway with her team... More >>

I am a judge for 4-H participants, and recently was serving as a judge about horses. Kids come in and interview with me, and I ask questions and evaluate them on their knowledge, their ability to communicate well and extemporaneous speaking. One girl mentioned her ex-stepfather kept their horses... More >>

I was a nanny for five years before having my three boys. One of the families I worked for had a dad who was the CEO of a fast-food empire and made millions, but he insisted that his wife work... More >>

...I've been reminded that teens want to feel independent- in both their personal beliefs about the world as well as through their actions. The tricky part is that we still need to be there to help guide them. Here have been a few actions that are proving to keep my teenagers and me connected- win/wins for us all... More >>

I had to share this moment with my 3-year-old granddaughter. I know you will get a kick out of this... More >>

You remind me of my mom with many of the things you say. She passed away five years ago, and I miss her terribly... More >>

I had to share this moment with my 3-year-old granddaughter. I know you will get a kick out of this... More >>