It’s not clear who is more nervous on the first day of kindergarten: the student, or the parents. Working on some skills at home or with a professional like Bright Kids can give your kindergartner a leg up on their peers. So read on to find out how to prep your

For roughly half of the country this is an introduction that probably seems unimaginable. This morning’s headlines paint an incredibly dire picture for our communities and our country. If you are a parent, I urge you to take pause and step in as a voice of reason for your child.

Along with turkey, Pilgrims and pumpkin pie, Thanksgiving also conjures images of a family road trip to grandma’s house. According to AAA, more than 40 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles this Thanksgiving, and nine out of ten holiday travelers will be driving. You can bet that a lot

In this heated election year talking to your kids about politics is pretty much non-negotiable. Even if your son or daughter is not asking direct questions, young minds are definitely tuned in to the presidential race. Kids are trying to make sense of everything they hear, and let’s face it—campaigns

Busy mom and nursing student, Shannon B., from Missouri is juggling it all on a tight budget and a hectic schedule.  Like loads of new moms, Shannon is overwhelmed trying balance work, school, parenting, marriage, having a social life, and finding time to keep a clean house. When she decided to