A beloved tradition in my family and for many Between Us Parents readers is the Christmas scavenger hunt. It's a tradition started by my dad when my … [Read More...]
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15 Uplifting quotes for getting through quarantine
A message board in our house has become a place of inspiration where we share the words and wisdom of those who have gone before us and faced their own hardships. Times are tough, no doubt, but these … [Read More...]
Thank you, Gov. Pritzker, for saying exactly what students need to hear right now
Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois has stepped up as a leader during the Covid crisis and while I can't say I was a huge fan of his prior to this time, he's won me over and I've been impressed. At his … [Read More...]
What I’ve learned about parenting a teen during quarantine
The past week of parenting a teen during quarantine has been interesting, to say the least. Here's what I've learned in this time of incredible uncertainty and stress. Every kid is different. … [Read More...]
How a night of improv changed my parenting perspective during these crazy days
Parents of tweens and teens improvise regularly, and with Covid-19 impacting life in a myriad of ways and the situation continually evolving, it's clear that we are all going to be doing some (or a … [Read More...]