http://www.sheknows.com/authors/tiernan-mckay/articles Mon, 15 Nov 2010 08:52:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819772/Signs-you-re-to-close-to-your-child Parenting is never easy. Knowing that the decisions we make on a daily basis will forever impact our children is a stressful -- and truthful -- concept. Sometimes the line between being a parent and being a friend is blurred by the desire to understand and relate to your child. But being too close to your child creates plenty of parenting challenges...as if we don't have enough. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819772/Signs-you-re-to-close-to-your-child Tiernan McKay Fri, 17 Jun 2011 06:34:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819612/I-m-not-here-to-be-your-friend Growing up, I cannot tell you how many times I heard, "I'm not here to be your friend, I'm here to be your father!" Anytime I stepped over a boundary, made an inappropriate request, talked back or otherwise disobeyed, my dad was right there to smack me with a dose of parental reality. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819612/I-m-not-here-to-be-your-friend Tiernan McKay Fri, 29 Oct 2010 21:12:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819504/To-circumcise-or-not When it comes to parenting, we’ve all run into our share of controversial topics. From vaccines to discipline, nutrition to education, it seems everyone has an opinion and an expert to back them up. Circumcision is definitely one of those issues, and it’s a topic that every parent of a boy must face. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819504/To-circumcise-or-not Tiernan McKay Thu, 21 Oct 2010 08:08:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819241/Financial-TMI The precarious state of the economy is definitely a hot topic, especially when it comes to family finances. With budgets and bills constantly running through our minds, it can sometimes be hard for parents to draw a line between what is appropriate to share with kids and what should be kept between adults. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819241/Financial-TMI Tiernan McKay Wed, 20 Oct 2010 08:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819172/To-trick-or-treat-or-not For one reason or another, many parents are searching for alternatives to typical Halloween activities this year. Some object to scary costumes and trick-or-treating for religious reasons, others out of concern for safety, the well-being of young children or excessive candy consumption. Wherever you stand, there are plenty of options available to help parents create festive memories for their kids this season. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819172/To-trick-or-treat-or-not Tiernan McKay Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818891/The-homeschooling-debate Any parent will tell you that each child is different, especially when it comes to learning styles. Some thrive in a structured classroom while others bloom in a more creative and open setting. If the classroom environment is just not for you or your kids, perhaps you are considering homeschooling. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818891/The-homeschooling-debate Tiernan McKay Wed, 13 Oct 2010 08:23:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818797/The-drug-testing-debate Drug use among teenagers has been a parenting issue for decades. Today, with the availability of over-the-counter drug tests, parents have the option of testing their kids at home. But is it a good idea? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818797/The-drug-testing-debate Tiernan McKay Wed, 06 Oct 2010 06:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818758/The-flu-vaccine-debate As the weather turns cooler, it seems moms take on a new set of responsibilities: an expanded schedule for our kids, new menus featuring heartier meals, the impending holiday season and the challenge of keeping the family healthy. With the return of cold and flu season, the question of whether to vaccinate for influenza is once again a hot topic on the playground. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818758/The-flu-vaccine-debate Tiernan McKay Fri, 28 Jan 2011 06:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818690/12-Must-Have-Skin-Care-Products As the seasons change, it seems that our skin goes through a bit of an identity crisis; it's dry one day and breaking out the next. In an effort to find some sort of balance, many women go through beauty products like crazy, wasting time and money along the way. Here are 12 must-have skin products that are essential for happy, healthy skin. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818690/12-Must-Have-Skin-Care-Products Tiernan McKay Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:14:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818685/The-Great-Fish-Debate If you are or have ever been an expectant mom, you've probably wondered about eating fish during your pregnancy. Your quest for answers may have left you with more questions, or at least a fuzzy understanding of how you should -- or shouldn't -- proceed. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818685/The-Great-Fish-Debate Tiernan McKay Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818678/12-Winter-skin-truths Goodbye, dewy summer skin. Hello, dry winter skin. Most of us spend the season fighting the environmental factors that make our skin itchy, dull, tight, and generally uncomfortable. Winter skin is unique and winter skin care should be as well. While you're figuring out a way to uncover a fresh complexion, think about these 12 winter skin truths. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818678/12-Winter-skin-truths Tiernan McKay Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:51:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818494/What-role-does-discipline-play-in-parenting The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines discipline as a rule or system of rules governing conduct or activity. Discipline is a concept that both kids and parents grapple with on a daily basis. Although the expectation of discipline seems to change with each generation, parents still find themselves asking, “What role should discipline play in my household?” http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818494/What-role-does-discipline-play-in-parenting Tiernan McKay Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:10:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818390/Date-night-beauty-fixes When you’ve been looking forward to date night all week, the last thing you need is a beauty dilemma right before the big event. Inevitably, you’ll have to battle with a pre-date beauty disaster or two over the course of your life. But, an unexpected beauty mishap doesn’t have to ruin your night. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818390/Date-night-beauty-fixes Tiernan McKay Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:34:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818386/Is-attachment-parenting-right-for-you As parents, we are always looking for strategies to help us do our jobs better. While there are plenty of advice books, coaches and parenting techniques, it can sometimes be difficult to separate the advice worth heeding from the advice best ignored. In your search for parenting tips that make sense, you've probably heard of Attachment Parenting and may have considering exploring the concept further. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818386/Is-attachment-parenting-right-for-you Tiernan McKay Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:50:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818187/Should-you-consider-a-doula Whether you are planning a pregnancy, just found out you're pregnant or are about to deliver, you've probably paid some thought to the actual birthing experience. In your research, chances are, you've heard the word doula bounced around and maybe have even wondered if a doula can help you with maternity care. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818187/Should-you-consider-a-doula Tiernan McKay Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:45:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818155/10-ways-to-change-your-winter-skin-care-routine Dry. Chilly. Brisk. Yep, cooler weather is just around the corner and that means your skin is in for a change. Unless you live someplace tropical, the fall and winter months can really impact your complexion. But, whether your climate is cold or downright frigid, you can protect your skin's supple, youthful appearance by making some simple changes to your beauty routine. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/818155/10-ways-to-change-your-winter-skin-care-routine Tiernan McKay Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:26:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818135/Discovering-your-child-s-talents Moms and dads around the country know that a child's schedule can quickly fill up when it comes to extra-curricular activities. Between kids' sports practices, music lessons and other social and athletic commitments, it can sometimes be tough for a kid to just be a kid. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818135/Discovering-your-child-s-talents Tiernan McKay Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:43:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818062/7-Signs-that-your-child-need-an-etiquette-intervention Every child learns proper etiquette at their own pace, just as every parent teaches manners as they see fit. If you haven't tackled the challenge yet -- or you're turning a blind eye to bad habits -- your child could be exhibiting some clear signs that an etiquette intervention is needed...ASAP! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818062/7-Signs-that-your-child-need-an-etiquette-intervention Tiernan McKay Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817930/When-to-call-the-doctor-or-midwife OK, ladies. It’s your third trimester and the light at the end of the tunnel is beginning to glow. You know better than anyone that it’s a long road from “I’m pregnant” to “It’s a girl/boy!” Along the way, you may have called your doctor or midwife on more than one occasion because of a strange or uncomfortable pregnancy symptom. As you prepare to give birth, it may be harder to determine whether a particular symptom is normal or a sign of a pregnancy complication. Here are a few tips to help you decide when to call the doctor or midwife. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817930/When-to-call-the-doctor-or-midwife Tiernan McKay Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:32:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817899/Mommy-MDs-Recommended-Products If you've ever been pregnant, you know there are hundreds of pregnancy products specifically designed for expectant mothers. Sometimes it’s difficult to figure out what's actually helpful in pregnancy and what's commercialized fluff. Read on for some advice from real moms about the best pregnancy products they found. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817899/Mommy-MDs-Recommended-Products Tiernan McKay