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10 Ways to Enjoy Summer with Your Teen
Days are slipping away. We feel them through our fingertips like the sand our kids once played in. No matter how tight I clench my fist the sand keeps falling. […]
Finding Purpose in an Empty Nest
My youngest child graduates from college this spring. For the life of me, I don’t know how that is possible. I am still trying to lose the baby fat from […]
Finding Purpose in an Empty Nest
My youngest child graduates from college this spring. For the life of me, I don’t know how that is possible. I am still trying to lose the baby fat from […]
10 Ways to Enjoy Summer with Your Teen
Days are slipping away. We feel them through our fingertips like the sand our kids once played in. No matter how tight I clench my fist the sand keeps falling. […]
Self Care for Busy Moms
Moms, you are on the job 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You take care of everyone: the kids, your spouse, the pets, maybe an elderly parent, your […]
STAYCATION is the New Vacation
The average cost of a summer vacation in 2023 was $5606.05 according to data from Squaremouth.com. Ouch! With that knowledge and the rising cost of – well, everything, many families […]
What To Look For When You’re Looking For A Day Care
When considering an appropriate day care for your kids, how do you choose among the various programs available? What are some important factors to consider? Drawing on the advice of […]
Solutions to Sticky Situations
You’re in public and your child makes an embarrassing comment to someone.They pick their nose while you are eating at a restaurant.They share an embarrassing story about you. Every parent […]
Parenting the Video Game Fanatic: How To Encourage Other Interests
“It’s time for karate class,” I said to my 13-year-old son.“Do I have to go?”“Yes.” This has been a common exchange between us for a variety of activities over the […]
Shy Child: Building Social Self Confidence
It’s normal for kids to feel shy around new people or situations but parents may worry their child is missing out on friendships and experiencing social situations because they are […]