For most parents, the thought of their children becoming teenagers is something that seems terrifying - not only does it symbolize for them that their child is growing up, will soon want to be doing their own thing, won’t want to have their parents around, but it feels like during this time in their life they’re going to be off doing all kinds of things that they’re not supposed to be doing like experimenting with alcohol or even drugs. However, it’s important to remember that most teenagers don’t do any of this stuff, they’re perfectly … [Read more...] about How to Build Trust With Your Teen
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Hobbies to Share with Sons
As a mother it can sometimes be difficult to find time to spend with your children when you have a busy schedule, and for some it can be particularly difficult to spend quality time with sons doing something that you both enjoy. Here, we have listed a few ideas of things you can do together to help you have some of that crucial one on one bonding time. Exercise Exercising is something that’s important for everyone to do so it’s something you can easily enjoy together. If you have older sons, go with them to the gym and help each other with … [Read more...] about Hobbies to Share with Sons
How to Plan a Holiday Everyone Will Love
How to Plan a Holiday Everyone Will Love Sometimes, it’s difficult enough to choose what to make for dinner that will please the entire family, now think about just how hard it can be to plan a family holiday when you have ages spanning decades! Mum and dad, of course, are looking forward to a break from all the months of working (at home or on the job!) while the kids are looking for a bit of excitement they can’t enjoy back home. Have you ever stopped to really think about just how different your idea of a good time is from other members of … [Read more...] about How to Plan a Holiday Everyone Will Love
Working Moms: How To Make Your Return After a Baby Less Stressful
In life B.C. (before children), I had a career that I enjoyed as a secretary, doing a job that I loved. But when it was time for a family, taking some time off was a natural thing for me to want to do. Whether it is a couple of months to a couple of years (which I needed to do with the birth of my sons), we all know what we want and need when it comes to returning to work. Either way, regardless of how old your child (or children) are when you return, you are going to experience something completely new; working when you have kids. There is … [Read more...] about Working Moms: How To Make Your Return After a Baby Less Stressful
Six Ways to Protect Your Legal Rights During a Divorce
Divorces, whether amicable or contentious, can be quite emotionally taxing even without you having to worry about your partner infringing on your rights. To ensure that you are treated respectfully, and with dignity throughout the process, the bill of rights guarantees both parties a variety of rights that are further enforced by specific state laws. Whether your partner has shown real signs of their intention to take advantage of you or simply want to ensure that you get what you rightly deserve at the end of it all, here’s a few ways you … [Read more...] about Six Ways to Protect Your Legal Rights During a Divorce
How To Be A Positive Influence On Your Children
A healthy child should always be surrounding by a wide range of positive influences. The people around your little ones as they grow up will always impact their lives, shaping the personality which comes out at the end of it. Of course, as a parent, you will want to be the biggest example of this for your kids, giving you loads of work to do. To help you out with this, this post will be exploring a range of the different ways in which you can influence your child. While you will have to work hard to achieve a goal like this, you will be able to … [Read more...] about How To Be A Positive Influence On Your Children
How To Maintain A Healthy Relationship With Parents As You Both Age
The love that exists between a child and their mom and dad is everlasting. No matter what happens, they will always be there to offer advice and support. Still, it doesn’t mean this relationship doesn’t adhere to normal rules. To maintain it, both parties have to work hard, be conscious of the others’ feelings, and give each other space. The problem is it’s easier to say than do in most circumstances. Yes, you’re both adults, but things change as you get older and have different priorities. Because you never want the bond to suffer, here are … [Read more...] about How To Maintain A Healthy Relationship With Parents As You Both Age
How To Prepare For Your Elderly Relatives Golden Years
One of the indisputable facts of life is that we always get older. Before we know it, we are aging more rapidly than we might think. This means turning our attention to take all necessary means to make life as easy for ourselves as possible in our golden years. This could mean pre-emptively taking care of a relative or our parents. When their work is done from a long and satisfying career and they have nothing but retirement funds to take care of and look forward to, it can be a freeing, relaxing and reflective time. An elderly person is not a … [Read more...] about How To Prepare For Your Elderly Relatives Golden Years
