By Dr. G Deborah Gilboa, MD Author of the book Get the Behavior You Want…Without Being the Parent You Hate!: Dr. G’s Guide to Effective Parenting Thank you so much, Melissa, for inviting me to tell you community about my new book. Why would anyone want another parenting book? Because this one won't tell you what you did wrong, or even what you have to do to get it right. This book is a … [Read more...]
Get the Look: Top Knots are Top Notch Backstage at Yoana Baraschi NYFW
This morning, RUSK Artistic Director Gerard Caruso made the “messy, but not so messy bun” a Fashion Week must-have at the Yoana Baraschi NYFW S/S 15 presentation. Here’s how he did it: Prep hair with the new RUSK Texture ($18.00/8 oz.; Ulta): Offers instant volume and fullness by enhancing hair’s texture and shape. This multi-benefit spray maintains hair’s natural sway/movement and … [Read more...]
School is out for summer: Free and Low-Cost Activities to Keep Kids Busy!
School's Out for Summer so what are your plans? I read this hysterically funny rant from another mom today in which she said, "I'm officially over summer if my kids mention one more time how bored they are,I'm going to go postal on them (or something to that effect)." Well I am here to make sure your kids only utter that "I'm bored" expression once a day- as opposed to every hour on the … [Read more...]
Hug your Kids a Little Longer Today
We are right in it- THE THICK of the holiday season; that time of a year that you're "required" to give your significant others cards expressing your undying devotion, deep seated love...blah, blah, blah. Before you say that I'm putting a sour spin on this holiday that love should be in bloom- it's not that, rather I think that EVERYDAY should be a Holiday celebration. I think that my … [Read more...]
3 Things I Learned About Parenting This Week While Shopping with My Kids on #BlackFriday
My 12 year old has become obsessed with having what she terms " Life Experiences"- and being that she is ONLY 12 and not yet able to transport herself around town- I have been bequeathed with the unenviable position of Bringing THESE LIFE EXPERIENCES to fruition. First on her list this Thanksgiving Holiday was The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade ( you can read all about it here ). And after rousing … [Read more...]