Calling All Previous and Current B’nai Mitzvah Parents
The countdown has begun – less than a year until my oldest child’s bat mitzvah. As a parent, mixed emotions flood my head. I want your thoughts.
Category: Raising the Tribe
A Mensch in the Making
A broken leg reaffirms what a mensch my son is becoming.
Sep 23, 2011 | 3 comments | View Post
A High Holidays Cards Giveaway from Snapfish!
Win High Holiday cards from Snapfish. C’mon, Bubbe wants to hear from you.
Pouring Manischewitz for the Homies: “Black and Jewish”
Yeah, uh huh, you know what it is, Black and Jewish, black and Jewish… Don’t miss the video parody!
To Be A Mensch
When my son was born almost 4 years ago, my mission in life became frighteningly clear: to make sure he becomes a mensch.
Jul 18, 2011 | 5 comments | View Post
Minnesota Mamaleh: 11 Kid Friendly Shabbat Ideas By 11 Fab Jewish Bloggers
So how do your favorite Jewish bloggers do Shabbat with their kids? Find out right here.
Jul 01, 2011 | 6 comments | View Post
Minnesota Mamaleh: About Circumcision
I don’t agree with the proposed San Francisco circumcision ban. You might be surprised why.
Jun 10, 2011 | 52 comments | View Post
The Definitive Single Parent Quiz
People keep telling me I’m a good parent. And maybe I am. Or maybe I’m not. Take this quiz to see how your single parenting skills stack up against mine.
May 27, 2011 | 0 comments | View Post
Minnesota Mamaleh: Teaching Children About the Holocaust
I’m terrified to tell them what this is all about, what’s on my mind, why we are doing this. A long time ago many, many people died in sad, scary ways…
May 06, 2011 | 6 comments | View Post
Take That Hitler
Celebrating the birth of a child and the enduring life of the Jewish people.
Apr 22, 2011 | 5 comments | View Post
Minnesota Mamaleh: Five Kid Friendly Passover Ideas
Grab your kids’ attention with one of these five creative Passover ideas.
Apr 01, 2011 | 16 comments | View Post
Afikomen Mambo: A Passover Book Your Kid Will Love
Rabbi Joe Black’s Afikomen Mambo… now as beloved to her as jumping in puddles and blowing bubbles in the bath!
Mar 30, 2011 | 0 comments | View Post
Baby Boomers and Caregiving: Expert Advice on What to Expect
Caregiving is a tough job many of our parents do today. A Q&A and April 3 conference explain what to expect when WE become caregivers.
Mar 27, 2011 | 0 comments | View Post
My Two Cents On Allowance
David Palay is single, without kids. But he has thoughts on giving allowance and how a Jewish perspective can teach fiscal responsibility. Do you agree with him?
Mar 25, 2011 | 10 comments | View Post
One-Parent Purim
I know you’re out there—a single parent, newly minted and not expecting to be.
Mar 16, 2011 | 6 comments | View Post
