Julia Germeyer
Julia is a lifelong writer, part-time adventurer, and lover of good wine and carbs. She lives in the South Hills with her family: a husband, two littles, and two cats, and the oldest child is in the Army. She owns a digital marketing consulting firm and was also an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Pittsburgh. Julia has an MBA from Point Park University and a Bachelor's degree from Pitt. She enjoys hanging out with her family, traveling to new places, Wheel of Fortune, and sleep. If she had a superpower, it would be to fly: traffic jams would be a thing of the past.
To Pierce Or Not To Pierce (The Baby’s Ears): That Is The Question
I got my ears pierced two or three times as a child and adolescent before I finally had a successful piercing that allowed me to keep my earrings in. Two times I went to...
The Flip Phone … Or, Why We Took Away Our Teen’s Cell Phone
Parents of teens, I have a question for you: how many times have you said you wish you could take away your kid's stupid cell phone?
This statement usually comes after your son or...
When Did Easter Become Second Christmas?
Easter is right around the corner, and so are egg hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and Easter baskets. It’s a fun way for kids to welcome springtime, and for parents? Well, for some...
Bad Parenting Advice
Has anyone ever given you questionable parenting advice? Hands up, because I know I’m not alone! Although there are a million different ways to raise kids, sometimes you just have to shake your head...
Talking to Your Teen About Consent and Sexual Assault
We’ve been having the sex talk in one form or another with our teenage son for at least three years now. It’s always uncomfortable and there are times when we sound like a broken...
Why I Requested Early Intervention for My Son (Even Though He’s Meeting All His...
Early intervention services are critical tools for babies and young children who need a little extra help meeting physical or developmental milestones. Therapists use a variety of strategies centered around play to help babies...
Leave the Pool Toys at Home!
It's now the middle of summer and the hot July sun made sure we all but forgot the colder days of winter. I love this weather, and enjoy spending those hot afternoons at the...
2018 Father’s Day Gift Giving Guide
Father’s Day 2018 is right around the corner. If you’re looking for gift ideas for the dad in your life besides the typical golf outing, Hallmark card, or gift receipt to Home Depot or...
How I Weaned My 18-Month-Old from Breastfeeding
When Gabriel was born at the end of September in 2016, I knew I wanted to breastfeed him. With the support of my husband and lactation consultant, we overcame many early challenges and other...
