Alia Hoyt

Atlanta, Georgia

Alia Hoyt is a freelance writer living in Atlanta, Ga. Happily married with two wild boys and one more on the way, Alia has contributed online content to HowStuffWorks and TLC for several years, often on the topics of pregnancy, parenting and weddings. Rounding out her busy household are her mother, who spoils everyone rotten; a yellow Labrador retriever named Vegas; and Gunny, the constantly drooling (yet loveable) bulldog.

Health & Wellness by Alia Hoyt on 05.08.12

Blood Test Could One Day Identify Depression in Teens

Would you have your kid take a blood test to confirm depression?

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 05.02.12

4 Ugly, but Necessary Conversations to Have With Your Spouse Right Now

Sure, there are happier things to talk about, but these talks are very important to your family's future.

Health & Wellness by Alia Hoyt on 04.24.12

Vaccines Aren't Just for Kids, You Know

Believe it or not, your kids aren't the only ones who need the occasional shot. Talk to your doctor about adult vaccines and boosters.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 04.23.12

7 Videos to Distract, Entertain, and Calm Your Screaming Kid

When you sense a meltdown coming on, whip out your smartphone and save the day with these videos.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 04.16.12

10 Things Mothers Should Stop Apologizing For

Moms of the world - stop being so hard on yourselves!

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 04.12.12

Selfless Surrogate Retires After Giving Birth to 15th Baby

This woman is so good at being pregnant that she's done it over and over for other people.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 04.03.12

10 Reasons I Love Raising Boys

Forget snakes and snails and puppy dog tails. Having boys rocks - here's why.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 04.02.12

20 Things I Took For Granted Before Having Kids

I wouldn't change becoming a mother for anything, but there are a few parts of parenting that I could do without.

Dollars & Sense by Alia Hoyt on 03.27.12

Sick of Consigning? Sell Your Kid's Clothes Without Leaving Your House

Check out thredUP if consigning seems like too much effort but you don't want to just give used children's clothes away.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 03.26.12

10 Things You Should Never Say to a New Dad

New moms aren't the only targets for silly asides and unsolicited advice; dads have their moments, too.

Health & Wellness by Alia Hoyt on 03.20.12

The Household Spice Some Parents Keep Under Lock and Key

The world wide web has erupted with videos of people taking a dangerous challenge involving a common spice.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 03.19.12

17 Dumb Teenage Decisions We Hope Our Kids Don't Make

We've all made some seriously bad choices. Here are the ones we're hoping our kids never copy.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 03.13.12

Cloth Diapering: Worth the Benefits or Too Much Effort?

In the battle of cloth vs. disposable diapers, this mom weighs in with real experiences.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 03.12.12

25 Things You Should Never Say to a New Mom

Avoid these rude questions and comments and stick to cooing over the new baby.

Family Matters by Alia Hoyt on 03.09.12

10 Children's Television Characters Parents Love to Hate

Kids can't get enough of these educational (and annoying) characters -- but parents sure can.