The Importance of Christmas Traditions for Kids
Like most kids, I loved the standard traditions of Christmas—decorating Christmas cookies, caroling with family and friends, giving presents, and
Getting Kids to Try New Things
I love to dance. But that hasn’t always been the case. I didn’t grow up dancing. I didn’t even experience
The Importance of Balancing Work and Life with Kids
After twenty-five years of full-time motherhood, sprinkled with a variety of part-time, work-from-home jobs, I chose a pandemic year to
Your Guide to the Best Tech Gifts This Christmas
Even though we often advocate for a low-tech lifestyle around here at Troomi, that doesn’t mean we think technology is
Teaching Kids the True Meaning of Christmas with Giving
The year was 2010. I was a busy mother of four, with kids ranging from six to fourteen. And I
The Healthy Tech Balancing Act: 40 Good Habits for Kids
I have the distinct pleasure of teaching six classes of highly energetic ninth graders at a local junior high. I
Stop Being Controlling When Teaching Good Tech Use
“If you really loved me you’d let me do what I want!” Ever heard this laughable (but sometimes hurtful) rebuttal
A Better Understanding of Teens: Dispelling myths, seeing good, and teaching empowerment
Parenting asks a lot of us at every stage, and teenagers can be especially intimidating and challenging. The difference between
7 Reasons Why You Should Always Sleep Without Your Phone
I try to be the kind of mom who holds myself to the same standards I expect of my kids.
35 Screen-Free Indoor Activities for Kids
Recently my college-age daughter put an inquiry on her social media story: “DM me if you want low-quality water-color art
