A few of my girlfriends have adopted children, y’all. I imagine giving a home to a kid in need is unlike any other experience in the world. Yet, it also has to be rather stressful. I was overwhelmed after every time I gave birth. I wish someone had been there to provide me some pro tips to make everything a little easier. Well, I’d like to think I’ve done that for adoptive parents. I’ve asked a few of my friends who’ve gone through the process, and now I want to share some tips on Read more […]
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Tips and Tricks for Vacationing With a Toddler
Many moms can get overwhelmed by the thought of traveling or vacationing with a toddler. Not only is there the stress of packing up everything thing that you and your family might need, but you’ll also need to plan out the logistics of it all in a way that works for everyone’s personalities and schedules. Instead of throwing in the towel, which would mean not having vacation memories from when your child is young, follow some of these tips and tricks for vacationing with a toddler to make Read more […]
May was Made For Family!
This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. May has always been a month that our family gathers. In the past few years, we have not only had 3 college graduations ( my oldest daughter, my nephew and my future son-in-laws) but also a high school graduation, several proms, birthday parties (youngest’s birthday is May 6- just 26 minutes after midnight to be a Cinco de Mayo baby.) and through in Mother’s Day and you get the idea. Read more […]
How To Build A Pillow Fort
In a world of technology and TV, children should always be encouraged to spend some time away from the screens and use their imagination to create their own fun. But every parent knows it can be hard to keep children constantly entertained without buying expensive toys, and to think of inexpensive activities is often a tricky challenge. Thankfully, a great way to spend a rainy day at any time of year is by building a pillow fort. This is one of life’s great pleasures, a great bonding activity Read more […]
Truly Give Thanks This Year for Family Time Together: Stress-Free Thanksgiving Ideas
Thanksgiving is a holiday that centers on food and family. That’s what makes it so ironic that many family arguments and drama occurs when the family is all together. Much of it can be due to stressful situations that surround the preparation for Thanksgiving meals. Here are some tips to help you make the most of the family time together instead of worrying about logistics and food. Prep Work Is Good Work When it comes to a large meal, last minute just doesn’t cut it. After all, it takes Read more […]
Must Have Free Apps For Working Parents
Many people will be all too familiar with how difficult this situation can be when a long day at the office is followed by an evening of completing household tasks. This infographic from HappyCleans takes you through how to make life a bit easier with the help of apps. The truth of the matter is that you shouldn’t be completing all of the tasks by yourself and the kids should at least chip in a bit. Apps such as Happy Kids Timer can help you out as it encourages younger kids to get involved. Read more […]
Are You Financially Prepared For A Family Health Crisis?
Americans are living longer, which means more time with the grandchildren, more time to travel to those places you didn’t see when you were younger and more time to devote to leaving your mark on the world. But a longer life expectancy also comes with problems. At least 70 percent of Americans will eventually watch as an aging loved one’s life is taken over by a growing list of impairments that could mean there’s a need for long-term care. And many family members will be unprepared Read more […]
3 Ways Parents Can Protect Their Children During A Divorce
It is no secret divorces can get downright contentious – often because the stakes are so high financially and emotionally. But those already high stakes are raised dramatically when children are involved and one or both parents try to use them as pawns in their never-ending battle with each other. That is a recipe for disaster, says Jacqueline Newman, a divorce lawyer and author of Soon to Be Ex: A Guide to Your Perfect Divorce & Relaunch. “You really should try your best Read more […]
Warn Aging Parents About The Grandma Scam!
Do you have any family members over age 65? They may not know about the grandma scam. Although the government, local agencies and sometimes the media publicize these predatory traps for elders, somehow the word doesn’t get around fast or far enough. Here at AgingParents.com, we work with a lot of families who have elders and we’ve been sounding the alarm since 2007 on this one. But it persists. Intelligent people, doctors, lawyers, professionals Read more […]
