Karen shares one of the best parenting decisions she and her husband ever made and why they developed a consistent plan for disciplining their children.
Author: Karen Schwartzkopf
Karen Schwartzkopf
Karen Schwartzkopf is the managing editor of RFM. She is passionate about word-smithing, sharing local stories, parenting compassionate kids, and cheering on the Miami Heat. She lives with her husband in the trendy West End where they raised three adult kids and one childish dog.
The Richmond Shakespeare Festival is up and running with “Much Ado About Nothing” in the courtyard theatre of Agecroft Hall.
Karen reminisces about toilet training her kids and speculates about why some younger toddlers might be more excited about potty training than others.
RFM team members share books they have enjoyed – maybe you will, too! “The Light Pirate” by Lily Brooks-Dalton is haunting and beautiful science-based fiction.
Richmond Shakespeare’s “Into the Woods,” playing at The Steward School’s Cramer Center for the Arts through March 24, is a talent-packed fairy tale musical.
Sometimes, looking in a closet can change your life! When materialism hits you over the head so hard that you create a hashtag: #nonewclothesforkaren
RFM team members share books they have enjoyed – maybe you will, too! According to RFM’s editor, Nikki Erlick’s “The Measure” will stick with you for months to come.
The power and responsibility parents have to influence their children are immense. Kids are always watching everything we say and do. Be an influencer for good!
It does a heart good to take stock, no matter how you do it. This holiday season, start your list of things you’re grateful for – the serious and the silly!
“tick, tick … BOOM!” is a weird little musical that’s heart-warming and well-acted. See it through September 30 at Swift Creek Mill – and add on dinner!
New on the RFM Bookshelf: “Small Mercies” explores the intersection of race, poverty, and motherhood. Karen says, “It’s not an easy read, but it’s a good one.”
Parents have been trying to raise readers and connect their kids with books for years. Karen shares a strategy from her mom’s playbook and tips that work today.
