ParentMap, July 2009 Issue

Is sleep the new sex? 

This month's issue comes in a plain brown wrapper. Why? Because we're getting up close and personal with local parents who say they're "Too Tired for Sex." If this sounds familiar, you need to read what three renowned local sexperts say: You could be burning your marriage!

And just in time for Independence Day, our round-up of great freedom-boosting ideas for parents and kids! Find that fab first babysitter, or solve sleepover issues once and for all.

Online-only special: Our round-up of free outdoor concerts is here!

Read the entire issue online, or scroll down for links and cool "online only" content.

Ages & Stages: Independence

• 0-2 Finding your first babysitter
• 3-5 I can do it myself!
• 6-10 Solving sleepover anxiety
• 11-18 Solving social problems

Getting School Ready: Outdoor summer learning for kids

Out & About:

• An Everett island getaway
• Event Picks
• Event Picks South Sound

Feature: Too Tired for Sex?

Media Reviews: ParentMap's media picks

Regulars:

• This Month's Postings
  

Online only:

• Round-up: Outdoor summer concerts
• Link: The Sierra Club's eco-conscious wines
  

From our Readers: Letters to the Editor