Smart Start of Forsyth County

The importance of early childhood education cannot be overstated. Early childhood education sets the foundation for a child’s future development, providing a strong base for lifelong learning, and also helps […]
TVFMS – A Father’s Perspective

A Senior Woman with a Freshman Mind Years ago, in my junior year of college as I sat in my Art History class on the first night, I witnessed an […]
A Mom’s Advice on the Rocky Road of Puberty

“I want to wear a bra. All the other girls are wearing one.” I stared into my daughter’s eyes, which reflected excitement to leave childhood behind. As we shopped for […]
Plans, Schedules, and Effective Habits

Summer provides time for growth, rejuvenation, and reinvention. The month of August should reveal a transformed student ready for the new school year. It leads to anticipation with unlimited potential. […]
Crossnore Communities for Children—Bridging Families Program

“Crossnore Communities for Children is a recognized leader in helping children who have experienced abuse or other trauma reclaim, rebuild, and reimagine the essential belief in a safe, dependable home.” […]
When Your Parenting Styles Are at Odds…How to Find a Compromise?

Differing opinions on parenting is normal! It is possible for parents to have a strong, united relationship and still send a consistent message to their children. In fact, differing parenting […]
Kids Growing Up? Is It OK to Be Happy AND Sad About It?

“Cherish every moment. It all goes by so fast.” I used to get so irritated when my children were young and well-intentioned people said these words to me…because it wasn’t […]
Baby Names Trends for 2022

After two years of disruption and uncertainty, new parents of 2022 are looking at names that convey hope and light! Playful names with a healthy dose of fun! Here are […]
We All Need a Day Off—Even Our Children

We live in a society where we are told we have to hustle and work ourselves into the ground in order to be successful. Days off are for the weak. […]
My Favorite Title is “Mama”

I’ve been called many things in my lifetime of almost 35 years, some of which I’m much more proud of than others. As we grow up and enter life at […]