As the saying goes, no one wins in divorce, but at least you get every other weekend off, or do you? In my case, I do not and I’m sure I am not alone. Being the sole parent is sadly a role many parents have taken on. Raising three teenagers solely on my own can be draining at times but it is also humbling, hilarious, rewarding, challenging, and dare I say, awesome! Yes, I just said awesome…bear with me…
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Self-belief is a skill that carries with us our entire lives. If you don’t have it, then it’s hard to do much of anything. That’s why much of therapy often comes from reinstating self-esteem and a sense of capability, as opposed to making the world seem like a super peaceful place, which it isn’t.
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As a parent, one of the biggest parts of raising your child is teaching them healthy habits. Here are a few healthy habits to teach your children early.
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How much time do we spend worrying about our children? 5 hours and 18 minutes to be exact. A study of 2,000 parents by OnePoll in conjunction with Lice Clinics of America found precisely what’s keeping us, parents, up at night. The top three concerns are our children’s safety, followed by their happiness, and finally, we worry about our children being bullied (not if our child is a bully, but if our child is being bullied…food for thought). 54% of the parents polled said that being a parent was much harder than they thought it would be and 52% said they feel judged by other
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A child’s development is one of the most important aspects of their life. It sets the foundation for many aspects of their future, such as their success in school and career, their emotional well-being, and even how they interact with others. Therefore, parents must take child development seriously and do everything possible to ensure that their children are given the best opportunities for a healthy and prosperous life. In this article, we will explore why taking child development seriously is so critical and what parents can do to help foster healthy growth in their kids.
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Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 