Author: Sheri

  • The Period Pack: What to Give a Tween Girl

    You’ve had the talk. The school has done their part to educate kids about puberty and what is going to happen to their bodies. Now it’s time to ensure your tween girl has the supplies she needs for her first period. If your daughter is easily embarrassed or prefers her…

  • What to Wear: Hunting for Dinosaur Bones in Alberta

    This summer I had the privilege of visiting Calgary, Alberta and going on dinosaur bone dig in Dinosaur Provincial Park. This is a trip that anyone who loves history, dinosaurs or the outdoors needs to do. The cost to go on a dig is actually far less than I would…

  • 13 Reasons Why I Love Beaches Resorts

    I just returned home from Beaches Turks and Caicos for the fourth annual Social Media on the Sand conference. It was my second trip to this kid friendly resort and my third time to a Beaches resort. I first visited Beaches Turks and Caicos in 2015 for the same conference.…

  • Helping your Child Heal from Adverse Childhood Experiences

    This post is written in partnership with Stress Health, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness, but opinions expressed are my own. There is a public health crisis happening in America and around the world. More children are growing up with chronic health issues such as asthma and diabetes.…

  • When to say No to Teenagers

    Long before I had teenagers, I watched a parenting video by Barbara Coloroso. At the time I was struggling with three year old tantrums on a daily basis. He would throw screaming fits after school every day if he didn’t get what he wanted immediately. He wanted to eat his…

  • I’m coming for you, Beaches Turks & Caicos

    Today I will arrive at Beaches Turks and Caicos for the Social Media on the Sand Conference. It is my third time attending the conference, and second time going to Beaches Turks and Caicos so I know that the days to come will be filled with knowledge and fun. Here…

  • Tips for First Time Cruisers

    Your first cruise has been booked and you suddenly realize you don’t know the first thing about going on a cruise. What should you pack? What excursions should you take? Where will you eat your meals? There are so many things to consider that it can be a little overwhelming. …

  • Mindfulness for Moms

    Now that my kids are older, I don’t experience the same overwhelming desire for a little peace and quiet that I used to (see moms, it does get better!). However, teenagers and tweens bring their own set of challenges that often takes over the minds of parents. It may appear…

  • Understanding the Zika Virus

    With the cooler weather in the north comes trips to warmer locales, where it is the rainy season. While travel planning can be exhaustive, ensuring that you stay healthy during and after your trip is always a concern. If you are of child bearing age, the Zika virus is one…

  • Stay, Eat, Go: Calgary

    Before my first visit to Calgary, the 1988 Olympics and the Stampede made up my entire knowledge of the city. A quick autumn drive through the city on my way to the airport a couple of years ago did little to alter that. Thankfully I was able to expand that…