Amber Leventry

Vermont

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Queer. Nonbinary. Parent. Editor, News & Trends @parentsmagazine Words @scarymommy @littlethingsUSA @longreads @onparenting @romper @tempest @yourtango

Articles

Jimmy Dean Breakfast Solutions Are The Morning Hack You Didn’t Know You Needed

Mar 15, 2024 | fatherly.com | Amber Leventry

We’ve all been told that the most important meal of the day is breakfast. But whoever offered this advice should have also provided a fool-proof plan for those of us with kids and the need to be somewhere by a certain time. Sit-down breakfasts aren’t always an option — time doesn’t typically allow for a complicated breakfast and the frantic search for a pair of socks that don’t “feel weird.” Or maybe you have a picky eater and the usual foods dubbed “kid-friendly” just don’t cut it.
Baby sleep regression: What to know and how to cope, according to experts

Feb 26, 2024 | care.com | Amber Leventry

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4 Surprising Ways Amazon Kids+ Can Keep Your Family Connected This Holiday Season

Dec 19, 2023 | scarymommy.com | Amber Leventry

The holiday season might be filled with magic and wonder, but let’s be honest — it’s also a non-stop frenzy. Between after school activities, holiday performances, gift shopping, and the countless hours you put into magic-making, it can feel just a little overwhelming. “Family time” often looks like throwing a dinner of snacks at your kids in the car while they tell you about the kid in class who asked for a peacock for Christmas.
How to encourage your child to go to therapy — even when they're resistant

Dec 13, 2023 | care.com | Amber Leventry

Just as parents and caregivers rely on medical doctors to address issues related to their child’s physical health, they may turn to a therapist when their child is struggling mentally or emotionally. Mental health challenges can arise at any time but might be especially likely during times of transition.
Michaels Just Launched A Handmade Marketplace & We're Shopping It For Everyone On Our List

Dec 5, 2023 | bustle.com | Amber Leventry

As you become fully entrenched in adulthood and your circle of trust solidifies around you, finding the perfect gift for the people you love most is more important than ever. Your relationships are meaningful and timeless, so you want to give a gift that is too. You believe that quality trumps quantity, and you value the people who create the gifts that help you make — and keep — the best memories.
Too much homework? How to talk to your child's teacher — and opt out if necessary

Nov 3, 2023 | care.com | Amber Leventry

Homework is a rite of passage for most students. However, out of growing concern that assignments are overwhelming students, many parents and caregivers are expressing the need to set limits and boundaries around homework. “A child’s life can become out of balance if they have too much homework on hand,” confirms Michelle English, licensed clinical social worker and co-founder and executive clinical manager at Healthy Life Recovery.
The 20 Hottest Toys Of The Year for Every Kid On Your List

Nov 1, 2023 | romper.com | Amber Leventry

We’ve officially entered the mad dash of the holiday shopping season. Amidst the hustle and bustle and ordinary to-dos that come with this magical yet extremely busy season, you’ve got quite a bit of toy shopping to do. Not just for your own kids, but for nieces and nephews, your bestie’s toddler, the secret Santa thing that your daughter’s basketball team decided to do… it’s kind of a lot.
Preschooling at home: Pros, cons and how to know if it's right for your child

Oct 26, 2023 | care.com | Amber Leventry

Preschool can engage a child’s curiosity, encourage independence and provide opportunities for social-emotional learning. But not all parents and caregivers want or can afford to send their child to preschool. For some parents, a physical location nearby may not be an option either. For that reason, many parents are choosing to provide preschool at home.
Teens Want Access To Period Products & Candid Conversations At Home & School

Oct 24, 2023 | scarymommy.com | Amber Leventry

Getting their period is a huge moment for a tween or teen, and as parents, we make sure to have open conversations with our kids to ensure they have the necessary products and information to feel confident about managing their period. That said, not everyone has access to the products they need to manage their period. Thinx, a leading period underwear brand, teamed up with PERIOD., a nonprofit group focused on combating period poverty and stigma, for a new State of the Period survey.
4 Ways To Own Fall Semester, Even If You’re Not A Student

Oct 6, 2023 | bustle.com | Amber Leventry

As a student, fall is defined by returning to classes, slowly turning leaves, that indefinable “crisp” feeling in the air, and unbridled anticipation for the upcoming holiday season. It’s a whole vibe. As you make the shift into full-fledged adulthood, a shift happens: Now you have responsibilities like paying rent, showing up to a job, and making sure you’re getting enough calcium in your diet. Plus, you’re not seeing your school besties every day. Being a grownup can be kind of a bummer sometimes.