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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.

A Message to My Nephew of Two Days Old
Dear Little One, Your uncle and I are so proud of you, and so glad you're a part of our giant family. I just wish you didn't have to be born into a bleak and heartless world.
By DASL Writer7 days ago in Families
The Forgotten Art of Being Present: Why Family Time Became a Casualty of the Clock . AI-Generated.
The dinner table was never just a piece of furniture. It was an altar, a staging ground for the small dramas and quiet revelations that woven together form the tapestry of family life. It was where you learned that your father had a funny story about his boss, that your sister was nervous about her math test, that your grandmother once had a different name, in a different country, in a different life. It was where you were seen, not as a student, a teammate, or a future adult, but simply as a member of a small, flawed, stubborn tribe called family.
By HAADI8 days ago in Families
Six Things Women like More In Men Than Good looks
Physical attraction may spark interest, but it rarely sustains a meaningful relationship. While good looks can draw attention, they are not what build trust, emotional security, or long-term happiness. Many women value deeper qualities that make a man reliable, emotionally safe, and inspiring to be with. Here are six things women often like more in men than physical appearance.
By Ibrahim Shah 8 days ago in Families
Six Things Men like More In Women Than Good looks
Physical attraction often gets most of the attention in conversations about relationships, but in reality, long-term connection is built on much deeper qualities. While good looks may catch someone’s eye, they rarely hold someone’s heart. Here are six things many men value in women even more than physical beauty.
By Ibrahim Shah 8 days ago in Families
Professor Carlton Jama Adams on Raising Resilient Children in Complex Times. AI-Generated.
In conversations about modern parenting, Professor Carlton Jama Adams consistently brings the focus back to clarity, compassion, and responsibility. As a licensed clinical psychologist and professor of psychology, his work bridges theory and practice, offering families grounded tools for raising emotionally healthy children in a rapidly shifting world. With extensive experience working with children and families, along with teaching courses on masculinities, human services, community justice, Africana intellectual thought, and the psychology of oppression and liberation, his perspective reflects both clinical depth and cultural awareness.
By Carlton Adams8 days ago in Families
I Still Laugh Today
I am sitting back in my office, like I do every day, thinking about what a stinker my son was, growing up. One day in particular always makes me laugh so hard, my belly aches.
By Alexandra Grant9 days ago in Families
A couple who couldn't agree on how to divide the pension
I never thought I'd become the sort of person who lies awake at three in the morning thinking about pensions. But there I was, night after night, staring at the ceiling while *Karen slept in the spare room down the hall, both of us trapped in the same house but living completely separate lives.
By Family Law Service9 days ago in Families
When Court Felt Like the Only Option: A Mum’s C100 Form Journey
I never thought I'd be the kind of person who filled in a court form at her kitchen table at midnight, crying into a mug of cold tea. But there I was, reading the same paragraph on the C100 for the third time, trying to work out whether I was supposed to tick "lives with" or "spends time with" for a child who hadn't seen his dad in eleven weeks.
By Jess Knauf9 days ago in Families
I Studied 100 People Who Lost Weight — And They All Had One Thing in Common. AI-Generated.
Three years ago, I noticed something curious. Some people could lose weight, and some couldn’t. The ones who failed often tried harder than anyone else. They bought gym memberships, counted every calorie, ran every morning, even starved themselves until dizzy. Months later, they regained the weight—sometimes more than before.
By Peter9 days ago in Families
Government Health Coverage for Eye Exams: What Refugees Should Know
Access to healthcare is essential — especially for refugees adjusting to life in Canada. One of the most common questions newcomers ask is whether government health programs cover eye exams and vision care. Understanding how refugee health coverage works can help you avoid unexpected costs and ensure you receive the care you need.
By Parham Optical9 days ago in Families
Dry Eyes from Contact Lenses: When to See an Optometrist
Contact lenses offer convenience, clear vision, and freedom from glasses—but for many people, they can also cause discomfort. One of the most common complaints among contact lens wearers is dry eyes from contact lenses. While occasional dryness can be normal, persistent symptoms may signal an underlying issue that requires professional attention.
By Parham Optical9 days ago in Families
I Lost 30 Pounds Working Long Shifts in New York — And Learned How the World Really Works. AI-Generated.
When I first arrived in New York, no one noticed me. Which, in a city of eight million people, is normal. I was just another immigrant with a backpack, a tired face, and a quiet determination to survive.
By Peter9 days ago in Families