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This is no ordinary year as college students prepare to either enter their freshmen year or head back to campus. Dr. Bari Norman, a former college admissions officer at Barnard College/Columbia University joins Mighty Mommy to offer guidance. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and T...

Parenting isn't easy, but sometimes the simplest things can have the biggest impact. These eight tips will make your parenting life a little easier, and family life a little more joyful. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards ....

The struggle to get kids to help out around the house is real. But don't give up! Research shows that kids learn valuable life skills from doing chores at home. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quicka...

Every mom is a working mom, but rocking your career while caring for your family is a real feat! Author and expert Tameika Isaac Devine shares her career mom secrets with Mighty Mommy. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Li...

Defiance is the first essential skill listed in every toddler's job description. Here are five simple tips to help you respond calmly and positively to this important stage in your child's development. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pin...

Family therapist, author, and teenage stress management expert Jodi Aman joins Mighty Mommy to offer compassionate advice for helping your teen manage their anxiety. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.q...

The early days with your baby are rare and precious. Capture them in a home newborn photoshoot using these tips gathered from photography experts. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.co...

Summer should be carefree and enjoyable, but with the kids home 24/7 it can become tense and stressful. Mighty Mommy has 6 tips to help you reclaim summer for your family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nothing can come between a child and his or her bike! And nothing should come between your kids and good bicycle safety. Here are five essential tips to keep kids safe on the road. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links...

Behind many a strong, confident, resilient woman is a great relationship with her dad. These five tips will help fathers form an unbreakable bond with their daughters that will help them flourish. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinteres...

This year, your big summer travel plans may be canceled. But you don't need a beach and a drink with a little umbrella in it to renew your vigor. Take a staycation, instead! Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https...

Managing a family, let alone a career and personal life, is one tough gig. Here are 10 wonderful ways to practice self-care so you're always fresh and ready for the task. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://w...

Caps, gowns, Pomp and Circumstance—graduation is a big deal! But 2020 has forced us to approach this time-honored tradition differently. Here's how to get creative with your grad's celebration. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest b...

When it comes to frustrating things kids say, "I'm bored!" is the undisputed champ. Here are 9 age-appropriate ways to rise to the challenge when your kids complain that there's nothing fun to do. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinteres...

Homework, peer pressure, worldly worries—it's a lot for a kid to process. When stress bears down, these six scientific techniques will help your child (and you!) cope. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www...

Toxic parenting can sneak into your family life before you realize it, especially in times of stress. If you see yourself in these examples of toxic parenting, here's how to turn it around fast. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest...

It's a fact—where there's two or more children in a family, there's sibling rivalry. Try these 5 tips in your home, to encourage more kindness and less competition. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Through the end of Ap...

Today's family faces many challenges. By implementing some healthy habits you can strengthen family bonds and lay a strong foundation for your children's future. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Through the end of April...

Building healthy habits can strengthen family bonds and lay a strong foundation for your children’s future. Here are some small steps to get you started. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirty...

Zibby Owens, the creator and host of the award-winning literary podcast Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books, joins Mighty Mommy to share some great titles and talk about why every busy parent should make time to read. To learn more about Zibby Owens , read the show notes . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebo...

A rock-solid routine is the key to keeping your family calm and thriving while everyone's at home. Here are 7 essential tips for making the most of it. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtyti...

Social distancing is challenging for families. Check out these fun and educational ways to enlighten your kids from the comfort and safety of home. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.c...

At some point, every child tests the waters with sneaky, manipulative behavior. How you respond can mean the difference between perpetuating it and nipping it in the bud. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://...

A defiant child can be a parent's nightmare! These strategies will help you handle situations with poise and patience, and even nip defiant behavior in the bud. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quicka...

Dr. Heather Maguire, Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D) and a credentialed school psychologist, joins Mighty Mommy to talk about how parents can motivate their children to behave. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/parenting/behavior/defiance/dr-heather-maguire | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: htt...