Choosing to Split: Separating Twins in the Classroom
by Alissa
My 5 year-old twin boys, Alex and Ben, will be off to Kindergarten this fall, and like so many transitions in our life, I can’t believe how fast this one...
6 Signs That You Might Be Living In A Boy’s World
by Alissa
The numbers in my household are not in my favor. Even if I count our spayed dog, Emmie, in the mix, I’m still outnumbered by the boys. I’ve never really...
A Warning to Parents {Guest Post}
After a 2-year incubation period, my little guy just presented with a strong case of the “MINES!” Yesterday, he decided to take dominion over his 4-year old sister’s pony kingdom....
A Thank You Note To All The Good Dads
by Amber
The other day I had the rare privilege of making a solo grocery run. That meant that instead of my attention being consumed with the chaos going on within the...
The Big Scary Yes: Sometimes Kids Know Best
by Jen
What do you do when your kid wants to get involved in an activity you’re not familiar with? Maybe it’s even something that makes you nervous or causes you to...
On Coping with Colic
by Anna
This post is completely my opinion. I am not a medical professional, just a mama with a formerly colicky baby, sharing our experience. Always check with your doctor before giving...
Three Things Your Teenager Needs From You
by Mary
Teenagers are in a difficult position. They’re still children. They’re adults in many ways too. Maybe you’ve heard this last bit of news many times if you have one or...
Registry 101 and 14 Top Picks
Confession: I am a huge baby gear junkie. There, I said it, but I am not ashamed – it’s an addiction that is way too fun! I have been dragging my...
For The Love of Dance
by Cate Mezyk
Several times a year, I put heavy makeup on my young daughters’ faces. I spray and gel their hair to within an inch of their lives. And then, to finish the...
Babywearing 101
by Bert
Yesterday, you heard about Laura’s personal experience with babywearing and how helpful she found it to be. Today, I get to give you the skinny on why babywearing isn’t just...
Resources for You and Your Babysitter
by Alissa
In my house, I love to say that “teamwork makes the dream work.” Have I already said this out loud to all of you yet? I love this saying so...
Deer Ticks 101
I’m loving this beautiful summer weather! Lots of time is spent outside at the park or a local pool. I don’t know about your family, but we tend to eat...
College Nannies and Tutors {Sponsored Post}
by Cate Mezyk
{Disclosure: Twin Cities Familys Blog was offered compensation and the experience in exchange for this post. We absolutely are thrilled to recommend ths service and love this business!} Something that...
The Difficult Decision to Medicate My Child
by Karri Larson
This is my son, Conrad. He recently turned 10 years old and like any other boy, he loves Legos, animals, football and Minecraft. He is smart, creative, happy-go-lucky and an...
