How to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse with Kids

by Mama Lovejoy // September 29, 2015 // No Comments

With October just days away, it’s time we talk about this—the Zombie Apocalypse. We’re getting overwhelmed with questions from readers about how to survive, with kids. Not to worry, the authorities have released these guidelines to help you with all... Continue reading →

15 Tips for a Better Behaved, Happier Child

by Mama Lovejoy // September 27, 2015 // No Comments

What’s your most epic tantrum story? Was it the time your child threw themselves on the ground at the mall, while everyone stared at you? Or was it when they threw their whole dinner on the floor? Was it the... Continue reading →

Five Keys to a New Mom’s Mental Health

by Mama Lovejoy // September 23, 2015 // No Comments

When an airplane is about to crash, you’re supposed to put your mask on first, before your baby’s. That’s for a reason. You have to take care of yourself first, so that you can then take care of the baby.... Continue reading →

10 Factors (That May Surprise You) Associated with Intelligence and Success

by Mama Lovejoy // September 19, 2015 // No Comments

I think it’s safe to say, we all want our kids to be smart and to succeed at making their dreams come true. And you’ve probably heard a lot of the standard advice for helping them to achieve a higher... Continue reading →

The Surprising Truth I Realized About My Miscarriage

by Mama Lovejoy // September 17, 2015 // No Comments

For every four women who have healthy pregnancies, there’s one woman quietly suffering the loss of her pregnancy. I guess we know that—that’s why so many women wait to tell anyone they’re pregnant. Because, what if you’re the one? Who... Continue reading →

Using Attachment Inventory to Promote Mentally Healthy Kids

by Mama Lovejoy // September 11, 2015 // 1 Comment

Have you ever wanted to ask a Psychologist how they apply their psychology training to their own parenting? Dr. Darshana Lele, PhD, Director of Psychology and a Licensed Psychologist at the Art Center College of Design, shared that she applies... Continue reading →

You Need To Make A Decision: The Unplanned C-Section

by Mama Lovejoy // September 9, 2015 // No Comments

At my birthing class, our instructor kept telling us that one in three of us would have a c-section. “Well, that sucks for them,” I thought. “It’s not going to be me.” I went into labor around 4PM, two... Continue reading →

Color Blind

by Mama Lovejoy // September 4, 2015 // No Comments

“She’s ugly”, declared 2½-years-old Elizabeth, pointing to a picture of a baby on a diaper box. “Why do you think so?” asked her shocked babysitter, Blair, gazing at the flawlessly beautiful, black baby. “I think she’s adorable.” “Her skin is... Continue reading →

The iPhone Trick Every Parent Needs To Know: Lock Your Child Within One App

by Mama Lovejoy // September 3, 2015 // No Comments

Let’s admit it, there comes a time when we parents just have to hand over our smartphone (or iPad) to our toddler. There are some situations where it just has to happen (cutting fingernails, anyone?). You start them on YouTube or a... Continue reading →

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