Carly VanDenBerg
Carly VanDenBerg lives in Auburn, Alabama with her husband, 4 children, and 2 dogs. She is in the final stages of completing her PhD in Human Development and Family Studies at Auburn University, and loves to talk about all things kids and parenting, both personally and professionally. She currently has a child in almost every developmental stage, so if you need a shoulder to cry on about potty training or teenager attitudes, she's your girl. Some of her favorite things include moments of silence after everyone is in bed, reading, playing outside, writing, and being productive during nap time.
Cheap Family Traditions to Try this Holiday Season
I tend to go into the holiday season with good intentions and high expectations. I go through the Auburn-Opelika Parents magazine and local Facebook pages jotting every fun and exciting activity into my calendar....
Being the Mom of a Teenager is HARD
No one said raising teenagers would be easy, and although I’m new to this (my oldest just turned 13) it’s been harder than I ever imagined. There’s the typical “teenage” stuff – attitudes and...
Parenting Encouragement from a (Seasoned) Mom
I have been a mom for over thirteen years now and have four kiddos living in a three-bedroom house, along with two big dogs and a husband. If you think your house feels chaotic,...
Choosing Inclusive Books: Why It’s Important and Some of my Current Favorites
With summer winding down and school back in session, I know I will miss our family's regular trips to the library. As our days get more hectic with after school activities and sports, our...