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Creating a ‘Loose’ Summer Schedule: The Key to Happy Kids and Parents
READ MORE >: Creating a ‘Loose’ Summer Schedule: The Key to Happy Kids and ParentsImagine a summer where your family enjoys both the freedom of unscheduled afternoons and the comfort of a gentle routine. No frantic rushes, no endless “What’s next?”—just a rhythm that allows for laughter, connection, and…
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Whine-Free Zone: Strategies for Dealing with Summer Complaints
READ MORE >: Whine-Free Zone: Strategies for Dealing with Summer ComplaintsEver notice how the sound of whining can turn a sunny afternoon into a thunderstorm—no matter how many fun plans you’ve made? If you’re a parent, you know that summer break brings its own unique…
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The Summer Slide: Keeping Academic Skills Sharp Without the Stress
READ MORE >: The Summer Slide: Keeping Academic Skills Sharp Without the StressDid you know that kids can lose up to two months of reading skills over the summer if they don’t stay engaged? For many parents in communities like Ballwin, Chesterfield, and Kirkwood, there’s a familiar…
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Maintaining Friendships: Helping Kids Stay Connected When School’s Out
READ MORE >: Maintaining Friendships: Helping Kids Stay Connected When School’s OutSummer in St. Louis is a time for freedom—late nights, pool days, and family adventures. But for many kids and teens, the long break from school can also mean drifting away from friends they saw…
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Digital Detox: Managing Screen Time During Long Summer Days
READ MORE >: Digital Detox: Managing Screen Time During Long Summer DaysManaging screen time during summer break can feel like an uphill battle—here’s how to win it without war. Whether you’re in Chesterfield, Kirkwood, or Ballwin, parents everywhere are facing the same challenge: how to keep…
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Summer Jobs and Internships: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Teens Thrive in Competitive Work Environments
READ MORE >: Summer Jobs and Internships: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Teens Thrive in Competitive Work EnvironmentsSummer jobs and internships are more than just a rite of passage—they’re a training ground for adulthood. Whether your teen is flipping burgers, interning at a local nonprofit, or launching a side hustle, these experiences…
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When College Kids Come Home: Adapting to a Full Nest Again
READ MORE >: When College Kids Come Home: Adapting to a Full Nest AgainPicture this: your teen returns home from college, and suddenly your quiet house feels full again—now what? While having your child back under your roof can be joyful, it often comes with growing pains: conflicting…
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Boredom Busters: Engaging Activities for Preschoolers to Teens
READ MORE >: Boredom Busters: Engaging Activities for Preschoolers to TeensWhat if the key to your child’s summer happiness isn’t more activities, but more boredom? Boredom, while daunting, can be a gateway to creativity, skill-building, and family bonding. Whether you’re wrangling a paint-covered preschooler or…
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The Art of Unscheduled Time: Fostering Creativity and Independence in Summer
READ MORE >: The Art of Unscheduled Time: Fostering Creativity and Independence in SummerSummer in St. Louis is a symphony of fireflies, Cardinals games, and the unmistakable hum of kids shouting, “I’m bored!”—a phrase that sends many parents in Ballwin, Chesterfield, and Kirkwood into a tailspin. But what…
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Summer Parenting 101: Setting Realistic Expectations and Boundaries
READ MORE >: Summer Parenting 101: Setting Realistic Expectations and BoundariesSummer in St. Louis is a whirlwind of pool parties, popsicle-stained shirts, and the ever-present hum of “What’s next?” For parents in Ballwin, Chesterfield, and beyond, the season often feels like a high-wire act: juggling…