Summer 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 teach resilience, financial literacy, and problem-solving skills that classrooms can’t replicate. But navigating the job market as a teenager can … Read more
Picture 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 schedules, shifting boundaries, and the delicate balance between nurturing independence and maintaining household harmony. Here’s how to navigate this transition … Read more
What 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 negotiating screen time with a TikTok-obsessed teen, here’s how to turn “I’m bored!” into “Can we do that again?” with … Read more
Summer 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 if we reframed unstructured time as a gift rather than a crisis? In a world of overscheduled lives, allowing kids … Read more
Summer 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 work deadlines, camp schedules, and the delicate balance between “Let them be kids!” and “Why is the couch covered in … Read more
Summer in St. Louis brings sunshine, pool days, and the sweet scent of barbecue—but for parents in Kirkwood, Frontenac, and St. Charles, it also comes with a challenge: creating a rhythm that works for toddlers, teens, and everyone in between. How do you honor your preschooler’s need for play-based learning while giving your tween space … Read more
Summer break often feels like a double-edged sword for families in St. Louis’s busiest communities—from the quiet streets of Frontenac to the bustling neighborhoods of O’Fallon and Warrenton. While kids eagerly anticipate freedom from homework and schedules, parents often face the daunting task of keeping them engaged, active, and mentally sharp. If you’ve ever found … Read more
The summer after high school graduation is a time of excitement, change, and, for many teens, uncertainty. For parents of teens in communities like Ballwin, Kirkwood, and Chesterfield, this period can feel like a balancing act between supporting your teen’s independence and helping them prepare for the future. Whether your teen is headed to college, … Read more