On Being a Teen Sleep Advocate: A Conversation with Lisa L. Lewis

On Being a Teen Sleep Advocate: A Conversation with Lisa L. Lewis

In 2016, Lisa L. Lewis, a parenting journalist and mom, wrote an op-ed in the Los Angeles Times called, “Why School Should Start Later in the Day.” It struck a chord with readers so much that it caught the attention of California State Senator Anthony Portantino....
I’m not ready for my Jewish child to stop believing in Santa

I’m not ready for my Jewish child to stop believing in Santa

“Don’t believe everything you read on the internet,” I said. “There’s misinformation out there.” I typed Loch Ness Monster into her iPad search bar and flaunted the results. “See? Supporting evidence about Nessie’s existence either way.” She wiped her tears. “Is Santa...
Our Family’s Interfaith Break-Fast Features Bagels and Lasagna

Our Family’s Interfaith Break-Fast Features Bagels and Lasagna

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE ON KVELLER “Happy Yom Kippur!” my mom shouted on speakerphone to my fiancé and his family. “Thank you,” they said. “Mom, Yom Kippur isn’t really happy,” I explained. We were staying at my future in-laws’ Long Island home, and everyone...
How to Apologize to Your Kids the Right Way—And Why It’s Important

How to Apologize to Your Kids the Right Way—And Why It’s Important

My first-grader had a recent school vacation that, in normal years, would have been a welcomed respite. But thanks to COVID-19, it meant five unstructured days with my seven-year-old while I worked. One afternoon, I suggested she start a pastel portrait as I snagged a...