Jennifer Pinarski

A school in Finland benefits from shorter learner periods broken up with ample time for free play.

Olympic athlete Alysia Montano made headlines last week for running while pregnant.

A recent study highlights the importance of reading aloud to your kids from infancy.

Even with the studies encouraging parents to let their kids enjoy the outdoors, there's a downside to unstructured summer play.

A new study out of MIT warns parents of the negative effects of lying to your child.

The pros and cons of co-sleeping with your kids beyond infancy.

Too scared to play? A new study suggests that more families perceive the outdoors as dangerous, leading to decreased physical activity.

Staying connected to your kids can be a struggle even if you're a stay-at-home mom and with them all day.

Six things one mother hates the most about packing and moving when you have young kids.

Typical outdoor activities result in the cancellation of a Toronto school's camping trip. One mom wonders if we've gone too far.

One mom confesses her concerns about her son’s small size and how it might hold him back from activities he loves.

Common sense—not fear mongering—will help families properly teach their kids about the pros and cons of sugar.

Celebrating the Victoria Day long weekend is a lot different for this mom now that she has kids.

Inspired by our 30x30 Nature Challenge, one mom shares how she encourages her kids to get outdoors.

Spring has finally sprung and one mom couldn't be happier.

After five months, Jennifer Pinarski is finally getting the hang of parenting on her own.

Jennifer Pinarski witnesses a magical moment where her children bond rather than bicker.

A Canadian survey says most moms want a gift for Mother’s Day, but Jennifer Pinarski would rather to go giftless. Here's why.

What’s the most unusual visitor to come your child’s school? Jennifer Pinarski bets you can’t top this.

Recent research suggests that shy toddlers grow up to be anxious adults, but Jennifer Pinarski thinks it's nothing to worry about.