Parenting style can help you be more patient. In order to be more patient, you can also work on eliminating the things that trigger your frustration. Think about a typical day and make a list of times or situations that typically frustrate you. My list would include not listening/ignoring me, taking...

When you become a parent Non Profits become a staple in your life. Whether it’s the McWane Science Center, the Birmingham Zoo or your favorite library, you most likely visit a non-profit on a regular basis. February 2nd is your opportunity to join thousands of Alabamians in being part of a history...

Valentine’s Day is  just around the corner and you can help brighten the day of a child that will be spending their Valentines in the hospital. Many of our local libraries participate every year, help spread the love! Avondale Library – February 1st – 9th Roses are red, violets are...

Admit it. At some point, everyone thinks their child is gifted. It’s hard NOT to think your little angel is a future Picasso or Einstein. There are some signs that you should be aware of, because parenting a gifted child can sometimes be more challenging than you would think. Some signs are: 1....

Times, they are a-changin’… A lot of women are waiting until after 30 to have kids. On the bright side, you’re more mature and patient. But as always, be in the know of the risks. After 30 pregnancies may be at risk for miscarriage, birth defects, and pregnancy complications such as...

We know that words can hurt, and one full week in January has been set aside to study the effect of name calling and to learn how we can be better friends and teachers. No Name-Calling Week is an annual week of educational activities aimed at ending name-calling of all kinds and providing schools with...

Parent Question: How can we nurture the big sibling when a new baby wreaks havoc on their only child universe? Parenting with a Ph.D. Response:  From the moment he pulls that “I’m a Big Brother!” shirt over his tiny head, life as he’s known it is history. Now he’ll be expected to share everything:...

Sometimes, being honest with ourselves is the hardest part. If your child is misbehaving or not listening, honestly ask yourself if you were ignoring them or their needs? It’s not always their behavior that causes the problem. This one happens to me a lot when I’m on my computer working....

I quit my job. I did it two days before Christmas. I couldn’t stop sweating as I made the phone call. My voice had this weird shrilly pitch that comes out when I’m nervous. When I said the words, I started laughing. Thinking back on it, I probably sounded like I’d had a few too many...

By Kristen Berthiaume If you’ve ever wondered what was going on in the beautiful, old green house on 19th Street South near UAB, allow me to give you a sneak peek. It’s the home of ArtPlay, the education and outreach initiative of UAB’s Alys Stephens Performing Art Center. I recently had the opportunity...