Lindsay Karp

Lindsay Karp

Lindsay Karp is a freelance writer with a background in speech-language pathology. She writes about parenting, speech/language development, life with MS and everything in between. Her work has appeared in Parents, The Cut, TIME, Salon, Newsweek, Insider, and other outlets. You can follow her on Twitter @KarpLindsay

Latest from Lindsay Karp

The End of a School Year Reminds Me of an 80s Cassette Tape Player

The End of a School Year Reminds Me of an 80s Cassette Tape Player

As parents, we have no choice but to press record, but as we look back, it always seems as though we fast-forwarded through an entire year.

I Didn’t Want My Son in Group Chats Until I Realized How Important They Are to Me, Too

I Didn’t Want My Son in Group Chats Until I Realized How Important They Are to Me, Too

Group chats are a hot spot for spreading inappropriate content. Here's how we handle them in our family.

This Mother’s Day, Make the Photo Albums

This Mother’s Day, Make the Photo Albums

Why I wish I had followed in my mom's footsteps and took the time to make those photo albums.

I’ll Walk with My Son as Long as I Can

I’ll Walk with My Son as Long as I Can

Missing one walk might seem miniscule, but it also means losing details and knowing him a little less.

Dropping My Son at Sleepover Camp-What I Learned

Dropping My Son at Sleepover Camp-What I Learned

If your child is heading into their first sleepover camp experience, here are ten tips from a mom who’s been there.

When I Found a Toddler Fork at the Bottom of My Drawer

When I Found a Toddler Fork at the Bottom of My Drawer

As I searched my kitchen for a meat thermometer, I found a toddler fork buried beneath the mess.

How Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Can Impact Children

How Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Can Impact Children

Everything you need to know about risk factors, prevention and what to do if you suspect your child has noise-induced hearing loss.

Parents, We Need Dessert Playdates—Hear Me Out

Parents, We Need Dessert Playdates—Hear Me Out

The Magic of a Snow Day Spans into Adulthood

The Magic of a Snow Day Spans into Adulthood

The magic of a snow day outlasts childhood—I feel it at forty years old as strong as I did when I was little.

Lessons of Love for Children This Valentine's Day

Lessons of Love for Children This Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is the perfect time to celebrate diversity and teach love and acceptance for others

I Tried Bento Box Lunches for My Kids. It Didn’t Go as I Planned.

I Tried Bento Box Lunches for My Kids. It Didn’t Go as I Planned.

Why one mom is letting go of the pressure and embracing what works for our family.

Why Home Alone Is the Ultimate Holiday Movie

Why Home Alone Is the Ultimate Holiday Movie

Home Alone was my must-watch holiday movie as a child, and now I watch it with my kids.

I Have MS, So My Family Hikes Without Me

I Have MS, So My Family Hikes Without Me

One mom's story of parenting with a chronic illness and how she connects with her family and their passions in other ways