http://www.sheknows.com/authors/molly-cerreta-smith/articles Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970825/is-your-kid-struggling-in-school Even though class has just begun, your child could already be falling behind the pack. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970825/is-your-kid-struggling-in-school Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 13 Sep 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970475/if-your-child-is-different Your kid doesn’t fit in — so what? He doesn’t have to fit a certain mold to be happy. Right? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970475/if-your-child-is-different Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:07:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970281/best-baby-friendly-water-parks Make a splash with your baby at some of the most baby-friendly water parks around the country. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970281/best-baby-friendly-water-parks Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:52:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970277/best-baby-friendly-amusement-parks Taking the baby to an amusement park? Why not? Aside from major thrill rides, these great amusement parks have tons of fun just for babies. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970277/best-baby-friendly-amusement-parks Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:52:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970271/best-us-campsites-for-babies Taking the baby with you on your next camping trip can be an amazing experience for the whole family -- especially if you pitch a tent at one of these baby- and kid-friendly campgrounds. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970271/best-us-campsites-for-babies Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:41:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970269/tips-for-photographing-baby-on-vacation One of the best parts of taking a vacation is snapping a zillion shots of your baby enjoying the trip. So make sure your photos of baby are all frame-worthy with these simple tips. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970269/tips-for-photographing-baby-on-vacation Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970251/top-baby-friendly-national-parks Having a baby shouldn't stop you from exploring the country's fabulous national parks. Check out these great parks that baby will love, too. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970251/top-baby-friendly-national-parks Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 13 Nov 2012 01:36:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/970123/efficient-heating-and-cooling-solutions-you-havent-heard-of Properly heating and cooling your home can be one of the most important decisions you make as a homeowner. Luckily, there are many options that are both energy-efficient and perfectly powerful. Stay cool with these new heating/cooling solutions. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/970123/efficient-heating-and-cooling-solutions-you-havent-heard-of Molly Cerreta Smith Sun, 02 Sep 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969943/throw-a-family-friendly-labor-day-party Labor Day is like the final hurrah before saying goodbye to summer. So don’t let your three-day Labor Day weekend slip by without a real celebration! Check out these fun and easy ways to throw a Labor Day bash fit for the whole family. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969943/throw-a-family-friendly-labor-day-party Molly Cerreta Smith Wed, 05 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969853/dont-lose-your-non-mom-friends-when-you-become-a-mom It's easy to get lost in the abyss of new motherhood, but don't leave your non-mom friends behind! They are the ones who can remind you who you used to be before you became a mom — you'll need that someday. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969853/dont-lose-your-non-mom-friends-when-you-become-a-mom Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 04 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969851/help-your-kid-choose-an-extracurricular-activity No doubt your community and neighborhood school offer lots of fun activities for kids. Check out ways to foster your kids' interest and get them involved in an activity that's right for them. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969851/help-your-kid-choose-an-extracurricular-activity Molly Cerreta Smith Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:39:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968905/volunteer-with-your-local-animal-shelter People aren’t the only ones who need help and care at shelters. There are literally thousands of owner-less dogs that need love and care as well. Communities all across America have animal shelters that are likely in need of dedicated animal lovers like you to volunteer. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968905/volunteer-with-your-local-animal-shelter Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 03 Sep 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968849/plan-a-special-grandparents-day There is something so special about the grandchild-grandparent relationship... Why not celebrate it? Make this Grandparents Day extra special for your parents and your children by planning a fun outing for the whole family. Check out these fun ideas and activities to make the day fun for everyone this year. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968849/plan-a-special-grandparents-day Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 21 Aug 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968683/pack-an-inspired-lunch-box Back to school means back to brown bag lunches. Don't start the year off with tired old peanut butter and jelly or plain old ham and cheese. Get your kids excited about their lunch with these fun new ideas they'll gobble up. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968683/pack-an-inspired-lunch-box Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968317/boost-your-childs-self-esteem Come back-to-school time, you may find your child getting a bit anxious to return to class. But with these five easy self-esteem boosters, he'll be ready to head back to school with his head held high. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968317/boost-your-childs-self-esteem Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 10 Aug 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967769/bring-your-family-closer-together With summer coming to an end and school about to start, your family members’ schedules are about to fill up. But don’t forget to pencil in some family time! Whether your kids are 5 or 15, it's important to make some time to connect as a family. Check out these easy ways to increase your family time and connect with your kids. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967769/bring-your-family-closer-together Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 09 Aug 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967605/find-more-time-in-your-day During the course of every day, you may find yourself begging for just a few more hours to make your to-do list for the following day or read that article on parenting that you've been dying to finish. SheKnows helps you organize your week so you can give yourself a bit of daily me-time . http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967605/find-more-time-in-your-day Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 07 Aug 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967557/improve-your-kids-behavior Always trying to be the good guy when you parent isn't the best way to get your kids to do what you want. Find out how to reinstate yourself as the "bad cop" and watch your kids' behavior improve. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967557/improve-your-kids-behavior Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 02 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967167/help-your-kids-play-independently Does your child beg you to play with her all day long? As much as you love spending time with your kids, every child needs to learn to play independently. So how do you keep yourself from becoming your child's favorite playmate? We've checked in with experts to find out. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967167/help-your-kids-play-independently Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 03 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966975/get-back-your-back-to-school-routine Before you know it, school will be back in session. Before the bell starts ringing, you need to get your family back on the school schedule. Check out these easy ways to reinstate the school time schedule. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966975/get-back-your-back-to-school-routine Molly Cerreta Smith