advice

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

A Silent tragedy
There is a silent tragedy that is unfolding today in our homes, and concerns our most precious jewels: our children. Our children are in a devastating emotional state! In the last 15 years, researchers have given us increasingly alarming statistics on a sharp and steady increase in childhood mental illness that is now reaching epidemic proportions:
By Danika harnett 6 years ago in Families
Parents Have to Respect Their Adult Children
Growing up is a part of life that not a single person can say they haven’t experienced. No matter you race or background, hometown or country; EVERYONE was young once. That means that even our parents were kids and teens too. They have gone through some of the common ups and downs that one goes through from childhood into their adults years. Even still, its seems they don’t understand their children as they become adults themselves.
By Kora6 years ago in Families
First Time Dad
I met up with my brother last week to meet with the latest addition to his/my family and as I held his newborn son in my arms, I suddenly realized that quite a number of my friends and 2 more of my brothers have recently become fathers this year too. For most, it has been a new and completely life changing experience but connecting with some of these guys made me think about my experience becoming a first-time dad and how it change my perspective and approach to parenting.
By EuGene Jordan6 years ago in Families
5 Tips to Help New Parents Get More Sleep
For new parents, sleep deprivation is real. It will only be a temporary condition for you – although, as a new mum, it is possible that it may be an ongoing issue in your life for a full six years after you’ve given birth.
By Andrea Dawson6 years ago in Families
Do I Give Them The Food They Want Or The Food They Need?
Learning to be parents for the first time: Jesus and Federica are responsible for little Aldo, 8 months old. First child. Federica, 23, who is a secretary, provides the baby with breast milk from birth and hopes to continue doing so for another 6 months.
By creatorsklub6 years ago in Families
5 Ways to Empower Kids to End Bullying
From the classroom to the internet, bullying can lead to children developing a poor self-image or lead to bullying others. In fact, according to new data, members of Generation Z believe bullying is the biggest issue facing their generation. Consider these ideas to help your kids learn how to overcome, avoid and break down the cycle of bullying.
By David Wyld6 years ago in Families
Play It Safe: How to Prevent Playground Injuries
Playgrounds provide our children with an opportunity to play, get exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. When playground equipment is faulty, it can limit or even ruin the fun.
By Sam Larson6 years ago in Families
Family Activities During Winter
No matter where you live, you may have trouble finding things to do in the winter. If you have children, it can be difficult to make sure they are entertained when the temperatures dip. Here are some ways to make the most out of the winter months and still have a great time with your entire family.
By Robert Cordray6 years ago in Families
Normy and Not Just Any Trap
I’m discussing changes at work with one of my coworkers and I mention that I will probably need to start job hunting early next year with these changes in my comp plan at work that will result in me earning a lot less money. My coworker, Letty, who is only a little familiar with our family situation and our guardianship of my granddaughter says to me, “I don’t see how you can get a new job with what a mess your family life is. You need to have a boss that understands all the time you miss with a young child like our boss does.” I say to her, “Wow, Letty, that’s a little harsh that my life is a mess.” She is not apologetic when she says, “Hey I remember when my sister who is an addict, was off the radar and I had to drive a hour away to help out with her four kids, I missed all kinds of work, if I had any other boss than our boss, I would have lost my job for sure. So there is no way you can start a new job or even change locations cause you don’t know when you will need to miss work with a little one. Sucks for you but that’s how it is.”
By Sarah Seas6 years ago in Families
How You Can Have a Happy Holiday Even If Your Relatives Suck
This time of year many of us find ourselves sitting across the table from a family member we don’t enjoy being around. As the saying goes, you can’t pick your relatives.
By Veronica Monet6 years ago in Families
Postpartum Depression
It's what most mothers struggle with but never talk about. It's staying up all night thinking about whether you are a good mother, or not. It's thinking that you hurt your baby even though all you did was pick them up. It's crying without having a good reason to cry. It's postpartum depression. Depressing thoughts, harmful feelings, and a mother never thinking they are good enough. Postpartum depression is defeating, and it's something nobody can cure on their own. It will defeat you. You will not win, unless you get the help you need. The thoughts will never go away. They will either be there in full force, or they will be subsided with medications, but they never go away.
By bookwhore6 years ago in Families
Toddler Teething Remedies
Growing teeth is hard, man. Sharp little pearls ripping through your gums sounds exactly as bad as it feels for our little babes. When your little one is teething it can cause all kinds of symptoms including fever, irritability, upset tummies, and swollen gums. And, unfortunately, you'll get bouts of teething on and off for the first 3 years or so. No one likes to see their children suffer, so I've compiled a simple little list of tips to help ease the pain and hopefully get you both some peace!
By Emma Conrad6 years ago in Families