Barbara's Recent Articles
Mr. Rogers Tribute Video - "Garden of Your Mind"
We have so many fond memories of watching Mr. Rogers that we had to share this recent tribute video commissioned by PBS Digital Studios.
Elephant Mom Rescues Baby from Hyenas (PHOTOS)
An angry mother protecting her child is a force to be reckoned with...even more so when that mom is an elephant!
5th Grade Girl Breaks World Record
We moms do quite a bit of heavy lifting on a daily basis: hauling kids and all the gear, not to mention the groceries and laundry it takes to support them, will make you strong! Still, 10-year-old Naomi Kutin puts our lifting powers to shame.
10 Easy Tips for Closet Organization
Is organizing your closet on your spring cleaning to do list? Whether you're shooting for a basic decluttering or a makeover worthy of a Container Store catalog, these tips can help you whip your closet into shape.
7 Great Books that Explain the Birds and the Bees
Not sure how to talk about sex with your child? A book can help you answer curious questions in an age-appropriate way.
2011's Top Baby Names and Trends
Which popular Twilight name lost its hold on the imaginations of parents who had babies in 2011? And will Gabriel's popularity continue to soar? Find out which names were the most common in 2011, and which are likely to be popular in 2012.
8 Helpful Tips for Mother-Led Weaning
Whether you've breastfed your baby for 12 months or 2 years, starting the weaning process can feel daunting. If you're wondering how to begin and complete a parent-led process, here are eight helpful tips from Circle of Moms members who've been through it.
Teachers Share 10 Gifts They Love
Stumped on what to give your child's teacher as a holiday present? To help solve this gift-giving dilemma we went straight to potential recipients of the gift: our Teacher Mom bloggers.
Teachers Share 10 Gifts They Love
Stumped on what to give your child's teacher as a holiday present? To help solve this gift-giving dilemma we went straight to potential recipients of the gift: our Teacher Mom bloggers.