Jo's Editorial
"We Never Have Sex Anymore!"

What's preventing sex? Are you tired because of lack of sleep? Is your baby sleeping in between you? Is your libido on the missing persons list and why is this? Once you pinpoint the problem, address is immediately.... Read Full Article

On The Aisle
Movie Picks For Parents: Eat Pray Love

Liz Gilbert (Julia Roberts) had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having -- a husband, a house, a successful career -- yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery... Read Full Article

The Reading Room
Book Picks for Parents: War by Sebastian Junger

Junger turns his brilliant and empathetic eye to the reality of combat--the fear, the honor, and the trust among men in an extreme situation whose survival depends on their absolute commitment to one another.... Read Full Article

The Chin-Wag
YOU Time

It's almost Back-To-School time! Though for some of you, school may have started already (lucky you). Instead of the traditional back-to-school message, we wanted this August to be about YOU, the parents, grandparents, caretakers, etc. because we know you've worked hard and played hard this summer. As the children transition back into a new school year, make sure you take some time out of your busy day for yourself. Reinstate date night, take an evening off and order in a pizza, assign the kids some extra chores (like dusting, table-setting and vacuuming) to help you make the transition back into a routine.... Read Full Article

Little Nippers
First Vacation!

This summer has been a crazy one for Lauren and her family. Between the extreme heat and rain in New York, it's been hard for them to have the girls outside, playing. But luckily, a vacation's in the cards for next month! Lauren fills us in...... Read Full Article

Ten Questions With...
Ayelet Waldman

Ayelet Waldman is the author of RED HOOK ROAD, one of our book picks for parents. She's also the author of The New York Times bestseller BAD MOTHER: A Chronicle of Maternal Crimes, Minor Calamities and Occasional Moments of Grace, LOVE AND OTHER IMPOSSIBLE PURSUITS, DAUGHTER'S KEEPER and the Mommy-Track Mysteries. Ayelet and her husband, author Michael Chabon, have four children: Sophie, Zeke, Rosie and Abe.... Read Full Article

Nanny Time
Nanny Time

Jo has had a low key August, keeping up with her physio for her knee "it's all about repetition at this point," she says, and enjoying her downtime in California. She was absolutely ga-ga over a day she spent in Laguna at The Festival of Arts' Pageant of the Masters. "It was a wonderful experience, absolutely wonderful," she told us. "It was just amazing how this live artwork came together through the work of artists and volunteers. There's such creative and talented people in the Laguna Hills -- it's amazing!" Though no pictures were allowed, you can check out some images at the Pageant of the Masters website by clicking here

We're cheering Jo on as she enters the home stretch of her physical therapy. Watch out, Jo, soon enough, you'll be turning into the Bionic Woman!