Rebecca Hastings

It's important that teenagers reset their sleep schedule before starting school, especially when many teens are struggling to sleep well.

After an exhausting spring, I rented a vacation home just an hour away. Skipping the itinerary gave my family the restful trip we actually needed.

A week-by-week plan to help kids of every age start the school year off on the right foot, starting 3 weeks out.

My husband and I will become empty nesters in the fall, and it will be a different life. When we took a trip, we found how much we have changed.

Don't let your kids' old clothes and toys sit around and take up space - sell them! Consignment benefits both the buyer and seller.

Four rules every family should know before enjoying water play in Puget Sound

Keep kids busy and happy this summer with these cool kits. From STEM robotics to making soap, there is something for everyone.

Five questions to consider when deciding if you are ready to send your kids to overnight camp.

Mess-free arts and crafts for rainy days

Expert tips for parents for supporting kids in setting and achieving resolutions that celebrate progress over perfection for the new year and beyond.

Easy and fun ways to enjoy the last nights of summer as a family. from backyard camping to sunset picnics and more

Read them together or share them with your kid

A local mom's reflection on the unexpected lessons from sending her kids to camp.

A new holiday tradition your whole family will enjoy

Nifty ideas for making her day as special as she is

A mom’s reflection on the myths about motherhood we should release and the helpful truths to hold onto that bring freedom, grace and joy.

Simple and thoughtful ways to celebrate all the dads in your life on Father's Day.

At some point, you may start to notice changes in your wife. Maybe she’s not sleeping well. Maybe she’s more tired than usual, or more easily overwhelmed. You might notice shifts in mood, energy, or even memory, things that don’t quite add up or feel...

I took a quick getaway to relax before a busy summer. As a mom of three, it was hard to fully unplug, but it was still worth it.

My husband and I can't afford to send our 3 kids to college, so the financial burden is on them. We try to help them in other ways.