Essays

This Winter Has Ruined My Parenting

Lessons learned while stuck in a Pennsylvania escape room

Feb 21 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Should You Tie Allowances to Chores?

There's no "right" answer. Here's why I don't.

Feb 14 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Comfort, Stories, and My Silly Mistakes

A short Sunday round-up

Feb 9 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

The Power of Parental Storytelling

Stories shape kids' sense of self, self-esteem, and emotional development.

Feb 7 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Announcing My New Book: "Hello, Cruel World!"

Pre-order and get a free six month subscription!!!!!

Feb 4 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Why I Watch Adult TV Shows With My Kids

They're fun, educational, and lay groundwork for openness and honesty.

Jan 31 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Do We Need a Children's Bill of Rights?

It's common in divorce, but every kind of family might benefit.

Jan 28 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

The Impossibility of January Parenting

Trying not to press the panic button, which is frozen anyway

Jan 23 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Oops, I Over-Coddled Again

I must continually remind myself: It's good for kids to have hard feelings.

Jan 17 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Welcome to .... NOW WHAT!

New year, new newsletter!!!

Jan 14 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

How to Talk To Kids About the Wildfires

And why you might want to.

Jan 10 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

"Do You Have Any Fucking Clue How Trapped I Feel?"

"Nightbitch" explores the monotony and rage of modern motherhood — and suggests a way out.

Jan 7 •

Melinda Wenner Moyer

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