What Kind of Parent Would Send Their Kid Away??

At the time, I thought I had the best summers ... lazy, hazy days with nothing to do. I heard about these strange families that sent their offspring away to fend for themselves for the summer. It didn't sound glamorous or extravagant. It sounded mean and scary.

What’s the Best Camp For Your Child? I asked an expert.

I asked an expert how to know what is the right camp for your child. Here is what she said.

Illness at Camp (or anywhere you have tons of kids sleeping together)

Kids get sick all the time. Of course they are going to get sick at camp (and maybe homesick as well.) What should you worry about and how can you prevent it?

Preventing Them From Moving

Do you want your kids to stay close to you when they are grown? Here are some suggestions.

Only Have Kids in the Wedding if you are Type “B”

Picture this -- my wonderful, almost sister-in-law, asks all three of my young girls (3, 5 and 6) to be flower girls. I try to put a look of sheer excitement and joy on my face, a failed attempt to mimic theirs. Inside, the terror begins.

Advice to My Daughter As She Plans Her Wedding Day

I am a long way off from planning another wedding. When one of my girls gets engaged, I want them to enjoy every moment -- not turn into bridezilla.

The Easter Bunny WAS Here

In my house, we don't call our private parts by their anatomical names, despite the experts who say we should. We don't swear around the kids -- intentionally. And, Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny come every year!

Adopt the Oplatek Tradition — For Laughs and Maybe a Tear

You may not be surprised at some of the silence because it is, admittedly, awkward and forced. I guarantee you will be surprised at some of the beautiful, thoughtful things you will say and hear -- even to and from your mother-in-law.