Archive for the ‘Blog’ Category
Snow Day Activities That Help Your Child Build Their Reading, Writing, & Math Skills by Dr. Emily Levy, Founder & Director, EBL Coaching
March 1st, 2026
[caption id="attachment_32914" align="alignleft" width="300"] girl choosing a book[/caption] This winter has been filled with lots of snow and time off school for many parts of the country. Some kids may sit in front of a device or lounge in bed on these chilly days. Take advantage of snow days by helping ...
GOOD KIDS: Why You Suffered in Silence and How to Break the Cycle by Maggie Nick (Book Excerpt)
February 23rd, 2026
(With permission by Sheldon Press) Raising Kids Who Don’t Have To Recover A question I have to ask myself sometimes is, “When are you going to stop blaming them for needing help, and actually help them?” When I’ve been taking good care of myself—releasing my feelings and stress instead of bottling it all ...
How Can Moms Help the PTA Without Burning Themselves Out?
February 21st, 2026
Every good parent wants to make sure their kids are getting the best possible education, and taking an active role in your local PTA is one of the most direct ways to do it. But PTA volunteers are often stressed and pressed for time (even more so than other moms). ...
Practical Ways Car Seat Accessories Can Improve Daily Routines
February 16th, 2026
The car seat is not just for long road trips. It is an everyday seat for your child. Daycare drop-offs, quick grocery runs, doctor visits, and last-minute errands add up fast. So do the little annoyances: crumbs everywhere, surprise spills, a lost dummy at the worst time, a hot seat ...
Managing Healthcare Costs as an Older Parent
February 11th, 2026
When you become a mom later in life, you're playing a unique balancing act. Not only are you navigating the typical costs of raising children—school supplies, extracurriculars, babysitters, and those ever-growing grocery bills—but you're also dealing with your own aging body to boot! The reality is that many of us ...
Smarter Cleaning Choices for Mothers Embracing Parenthood Later in Life
February 11th, 2026
Motherhood does not look the same at every stage of life. For women who become mothers later, daily organization often requires more intention, more balance, and smarter choices at home. Between professional responsibilities, personal well being, and family time, household tasks must evolve. This is where robot vacuums naturally fit ...
Academic Activities You Can Do With Your Child When Homebound During Winter by Dr. Emily Levy Founder & Director, EBL Coaching
February 11th, 2026
Winter’s frigid temperatures are in full force! For some children, it may be too cold to play in the snow or enjoy outdoor activities. You can make indoor time productive by enhancing your child’s learning. Try some of the ideas detailed below. Winter Reading Challenge Being homebound during winter can serve as a great time to do lots ...
Help Your Child Transition Back to School After the Holidays by Dr. Emily Levy, Founder & Director, EBL Coaching
January 6th, 2026
The holidays are filled with festivities, treats, and loads of family time. However, the break from school is also a time when kids tend to do little if any academic work. As a result, the shift back to school in January can be a tough one for many students. Help ...
When Mom Learns Too: Discovering a Second Language Alongside Your Child After 40
December 22nd, 2025
Becoming a mom after 35 often comes with a deep sense of intention. We already know who we are, what matters to us, and how we want to show up in the world. But it also comes with something else: A thirst for growth. A curiosity that does not disappear ...
7 Signs Your Child Needs a Different Kind of School
December 17th, 2025
Most parents choose schools based on location, reputation, or where their friends' kids attend. The assumption is that a good school will work for most children, and if a child struggles, the solution is more effort, better study habits, or a tutor. But some children need something fundamentally different. The structure ...
