Big Kids

Riddles, clues, puzzles, locks, keys, problem solving, taking turns and true excitement. Just a few terms to define our time at Clues and Keys Family Escape Room.  I was a newbie to the escape room experience, but it definitely was...

If there is one character trait parents want to teach their child in 2020, it would be resiliency. It seems a better time than ever to encourage resiliency in our kids. Resilience is the ability to achieve positive outcomes -...

Birthdays are magical moments filled with laughter and celebration — especially when it comes to little ones. Planning a memorable birthday party for toddlers and babies requires careful consideration of their age-specific needs and interests. And if you're looking for...

With so many options for pediatricians in Fargo, it can be a challenge to choose one that's right for you and your family. There are many factors to consider when choosing a pediatric provider, from same-day appointments and number of...

My 5-year-old son needs a new "big kid" bike for this summer. As we begin our bike shopping journey, I want to make sure that: I make a good investment on the bike I purchase for my oldest son, because...

Waking up to the cool fall mornings and sipping on a nice hot cup of coffee is relaxing, but what makes it better is a warm cozy breakfast for the whole family. You maybe stuck on the same breakfast...

Sports are important, but they're not everything. I played about eight different youth sports growing up, four in high school and Division 1 in college, so believe me when I say this — less is more. My parents didn't have any...

While we should always be encouraging gratitude in our kids year-round, the holiday season is a special time of year to reflect on all things we are thankful for. We've started a tradition in our home of writing down...

When we brought our daughter home, I was a bit nervous to introduce her into our household. We had become accustomed to the only-child lifestyle. The "little kid" stuff was gone; we gave it all away when kindergarten started...

Looking for pediatric providers or pediatricians in Fargo?  Nothing is more important to us than the health of our children and family. There are so many incredible pediatric providers and pediatricians in Fargo & Moorhead, but sometimes finding the right...