http://www.sheknows.com/authors/molly-cerreta-smith/articles Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:18:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/837647/how-to-help-teens-adjust-to-a-new-school Whether your teen is going to a new school in a new town or transitioning from middle to high school, starting a new school can be intimidating and a bit scary. Don't let your teen get overwhelmed with fear. Use these tips to help your teen adjust to a new school. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/837647/how-to-help-teens-adjust-to-a-new-school Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:27:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/836595/5-picky-eater-tricks Every mom has at least one picky eater at her dinner table -- the one who is full before he even gets to the table. The one who turns her nose up at not only broccoli but also typical kid favorites such as macaroni and cheese. Moms may freak that their kids are going to starve, so they settle for serving a doughnut dinner just to get their kid to eat. Here are five picky eater tricks to feed even the choosiest of choosy eaters. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/836595/5-picky-eater-tricks Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 29 Jul 2011 07:57:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835873/the-benefits-of-developing-early-reading-skills Helping your child learn to read at an early age can offer innumerable benefits. Educators and parents alike reveal the benefits of developing early reading skills in your child. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835873/the-benefits-of-developing-early-reading-skills Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835871/7-signs-your-child-needs-help-in-school If your child is falling behind in school, you may be the last one to know about it. Your child might be too embarrassed or ashamed to ask for your help, but if you look for these seven signs that your child needs help in school, you can get your child the assistance he needs before it's too late. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835871/7-signs-your-child-needs-help-in-school Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 29 Jul 2011 07:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835869/moms-share-favorite-reading-tips-for-kids Curling up with your kids and a few good books is beneficial for many reasons: It's great bonding time for you and your family, and fostering your children's love of reading and learning at an early age is a gift that they can carry with them throughout their entire lives. Here, real moms share their favorite reading tips for kids with SheKnows. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835869/moms-share-favorite-reading-tips-for-kids Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 29 Jul 2011 07:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835867/5-tips-to-overcome-the-fear-of-math Math doesn't have to be scary, but it does tend to conjure up fear in school kids everywhere. Eliminate your child's fear of math with these five tips from moms and professional educators. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835867/5-tips-to-overcome-the-fear-of-math Molly Cerreta Smith Sat, 09 Jul 2011 07:02:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/835495/5-favorite-needlecrafts-on-etsy Needlecraft isn’t just for grandmothers. Being crafty has never been cooler. And Etsy.com is one of the best places to discover all kinds of crafty creations that you can make yourself. And don't worry if you don't have a crafty bone in your body – you can order items that are made for you on Etsy, too . Here are our five favorite needlecrafts on Etsy.com http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/835495/5-favorite-needlecrafts-on-etsy Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 11 Jul 2011 07:55:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835215/the-new-parents-guide-to-flying-with-a-baby Whether or not you are a parent, everyone has experienced a flight with an upset baby. It can make for a very unpleasant journey for everyone, but luckily, most people are sympathetic to this situation. However, there are some ways to ensure that you, your baby and everyone else on the plane has a pleasant flight. Check out our new parent's guide to flying with a baby. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835215/the-new-parents-guide-to-flying-with-a-baby Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 23 Sep 2011 05:37:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835213/best-family-cruise-destinations When you're cruising with the whole gang, you want to ensure that your destination has something fun and interesting for everyone in your family. Check out this list of the best family-cruise destinations. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835213/best-family-cruise-destinations Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:08:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834895/how-to-host-a-playdate-that-is-easy-and-fun When it comes to hosting a play date, it's important to stick to a few rules. First, keep it simple, and secondly, have fun! Aside from that, moms may be wracking their brains with what to do, what to serve and how to entertain your own kids as well as several others for a few hours. Follow these simple tricks and everyone will be begging for another play date at your house! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834895/how-to-host-a-playdate-that-is-easy-and-fun Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834827/moms-like-you-share-making-time-for-breakfast It's 6:15 a.m. You are out of bed and rushing to get ready for work as you simultaneously get your kids fed, dressed and ready for their day. Sound like your life? Mine too. Moms all over the country agree that the morning hustle can really interfere with getting a wholesome morning meal ready, but it can be done! These real moms share how they do it. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834827/moms-like-you-share-making-time-for-breakfast Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834825/many-ways-to-use-cereal Cereal is not just for breakfast or a midnight snack anymore! Cereal can be used in countless ways in – and out – of the kitchen. Check out SheKnows' list of the many ways to use it. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834825/many-ways-to-use-cereal Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834823/how-to-make-edible-crafts You know what they say: You are what you eat. If you have an artistic child, let them express themselves through edible crafts using their favorite cereals and more. SheKnows shows you how. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834823/how-to-make-edible-crafts Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834819/breakfast-for-dinner Unless you've been living under a rock, you've heard Rachael Ray bubble over with glee about her BFDs . And, love her or hate her, the gal has a point: breakfast for dinner is fast, easy and just plain delish. Here are some quick hints to make a few great breakfast-for-dinner staples of your own. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834819/breakfast-for-dinner Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834817/5-must-haves-for-healthy-breakfasts Getting your day off on the right foot has so much to do with the breakfast you eat. We know it's tough to put a healthy breakfast together as you are rushing around trying to get the kids ready for school and yourself ready for work. But if you plan ahead, you can toss together a healthy new breakfast each day of the workweek without much fuss. Stock up on these five must-haves for a healthy breakfast and start your day off right! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834817/5-must-haves-for-healthy-breakfasts Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834553/7-back-to-school-cookie-recipes Back-to-school already? You may think that the summer has flown by, but your kids are probably not looking forward to heading back to class. To make the transition a little easier, why not pack their back-to-school lunches with a special cookie treat? Here are seven back-to-school cookie recipes that will make your kids smile. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834553/7-back-to-school-cookie-recipes Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:02:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834551/back-to-school-dinner-recipes-for-less To help ease your budget for back to school dinners, we've come up with easy and inexpensive recipes for less. Check out these easy and yummy dinner ideas . http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834551/back-to-school-dinner-recipes-for-less Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834545/school-lunch-ideas-for-picky-eaters Does the phrase "My child is such a picky eater" ring a bell? Collective sigh for all the parents out there who have crossed their fingers in hope as they sent their picky eaters off to school with a prepared lunch. To ensure your child comes home from school with an empty lunchbox and a full belly, try these inspired school lunch ideas for picky eaters. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834545/school-lunch-ideas-for-picky-eaters Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:43:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834541/6-on-the-go-snacks-for-kids You think you're busy? Your kids are too! Between school, soccer practice and swim class, your kids are constantly on-the-go. Keep them fueled throughout the day with these six on-the-go, kid-friendly snacks. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834541/6-on-the-go-snacks-for-kids Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 20 Jun 2011 07:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/833791/5-teen-stars-i-hope-my-daughter-emulates In a world of Taylor Momsens and Miley Cyruses, a mom to daughters has to ask herself, "Where have all the good girls gone?" Teen stars are exposed to so much at a young age, it's easy to see why so many of them end up in rehab before they reach the legal drinking age. But when young girls everywhere are looking for a teen star to emulate, what's a mom to do? If I knew the answer to that, I'd be a millionaire, but I can share with you the five teen stars that I hope my daughter emulates. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/833791/5-teen-stars-i-hope-my-daughter-emulates Molly Cerreta Smith