If you’ve ever watched a sitcom from the 80s, you wouldn’t be faulted for thinking that the only thing dads back then did was drink beer and crack wise after a hard day’s work. The concept of fatherhood, however, has changed dramatically since then, and new dads these days are far more involved in the …
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We’ve all heard the expression that being a new mother is a full-time job, but what exactly does this job entail? Dads and soon-to-be-moms have always wondered to themselves—what do new mothers do all day? We take a thorough look into the secret lives of moms around the world as they try to deal with …
No man will understand the joys of motherhood. It’s one of nature’s most powerful processes and is known to be a truly life-changing experience. Giving birth to a child forever bonds a mother to her offspring, and this phenomenon is seen repeatedly across the natural kingdom. Motherhood, however, comes with its fair share of trials …
30 Fun Activities For Boys If you are raising a boy, or several, in your home, then you are aware of their need to be constantly moving and involved in all types of play. Here is a list of fun activities for boys that is sure to keep them not only occupied but well entertained! …
Anticipation mounts every year as your family vacation quickly approaches. But before that, you have a lot of planning to do! Where to go, what to do, how to get there, and when to leave are all important considerations. Besides, not every vacation destination is family friendly, so it’s probably more important that you choose …
Interviewing and choosing someone who you can trust with your kids is a taxing chore. Once you choose the right person, figuring out how much to pay them can be even more of a challenge. So, how much should you pay a babysitter? Well, it depends on a lot of different factors, and it can …
“It takes a village to raise a child” is a well-known proverb. It draws us back to the meaning of community and how important it is to get support from others for helping you raise your child. Kids will also benefit from being around different people and learning from other adults. Community and cooperation used …
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If you’ve been a single parent for any time at all, you know how difficult it is. You’re the sole source of love, encouragement, strength, and discipline. That makes it stressful, especially if the wounds of the separated home are still fresh. No matter the reason you’re a single parent, you have a lot to …
Why Do Kids Whine? “But Mo-o-om, I don’t want to!” We’ve all had days when that’s the general reaction when you ask your child to do something. And those days are certainly difficult for everyone involved. Parents are left frustrated, and kids aren’t really enjoying the all-day whining, either. So, what’s a parent to do? …
Congratulations! You have received the amazing news that you are expecting a baby! It is such an exciting time for parents, full of wonder and speculation about who this little person will be. It is also a time of many questions, as you navigate this new world of parenting. One thing that most parents find …
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