by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Pregnancy and Your Newborn
MomsGetReal Contributor Kylie Burgener, Prolacta Bioscience affiliate and mother of a toddler When I became a mother, I thought I was prepared for anything. We’d been trying for over two years before I finally got pregnant. I had read books, followed a healthy diet,...
by Shadra Bruce | Kid Safety
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Getting a good fright has always been an integral part of Halloween, but parents genuinely fear some of the harm that can come to a child during trick-or-treating. The danger stems less from hazardous treats — Time magazine claims only...
by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Raising Healthy Kids
MomsGetReal Contributor Tonia Caselman Empathy is the ability to (1) read and understand another’s emotional cues, (2) personally experience some of that person’s feelings, and (3) express that understanding verbally and/or behaviorally. It is much more than simply...
by Shadra Bruce | Education
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Dealing with a student who is more advanced than the rest of the class can be just as challenging as dealing with a kid who struggles. It is up to you to keep them motivated and involved so that they can reach their true potential....
by Shadra Bruce | Kid Safety
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Car accidents are the leading cause of childhood injuries and deaths. Using seat belts, car seats, and booster seats is one of the best ways to keep your kids safe. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, provides a great...
by Shadra Bruce | Teens and Tweens
When teens receive their driver’s license, they’re expected to obey the law, as well as practice caution and responsibility at all times when they are behind the wheel. Unfortunately, teens may be engaging in some avoidable behaviors that could result in them...