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- Moms Help Families Stay Connected With "Kids Off The Couch" - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Pamela SaundersStaying connected to today's busy kids who are balancing school, sports and social schedules is a challenge most parents face. Two moms, Sarah Bowman and Diane Shakin, have launched a new website called Kids Off The Couch www.kidsofftthecouch.com, that gives parents great ideas for creating ...
Views: 709 - Moms,What Is Stopping You? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2008 from Mia RedrickRecently, I was speaking with a moms group about the importance of taking time for yourself. I asked the mothers the following question, "What is stopping you from taking time for yourself?" Most of the mothers shared their most common reasons for not finding "Me" time. They cited: Not enough ...
Views: 958 - Moms: Do You Ever Feel Under-Appreciated? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2010 from Susanna GraceI’m sure I’m not the only mother alive who has fantasized about just chucking it all and walking away, starting a new life in a new town. Remember that Anne Tyler book (I think it’s Ladder of Years) in which a middle-aged mom actually does it. She just walks into a new town and buys herself ...
Views: 1027 - Moms: The Ultimate Parenting Experts - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2007 from Rory MurrayWe’ve all faced difficult decisions as parents. Some of us seek help discerning our choices and some of us struggle alone. We can’t be perfect, all knowing parents -- it’s impossible. And, we can’t always rely on past experience to inform our current decisions because, let’s face it, we most ...
Views: 799 - Monkey See, Monkey Do — How We Teach Values With Our Behavior More Than With Words - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Carolyn StoneYesterday did not turn out as planned. My husband and I offered a ride to church to a sweet, confused friend, and she gratefully accepted. Unfortunately, when we picked her up, she had locked herself out of her house, and her husband had left already. After church her husband was still not ...
Views: 1297 - Monkey See, Monkey Do:AKA Parenthood - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2014 from Robert CrutchfieldYears ago I was participating in a men's bible study class. The topic that day was parenthood. Many of the men present had grown children and grandchildren. At some point in the discussion, I commented that my observation had always been that parenthood was a big game of monkey see, monkey do. ...
Views: 1671 - Morality and Responsibility - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Jay KrunszyinskyChildren who are brought up in families who teach virtues and strong moral values become confused when they enter other environments that teach moral relativism. This starts to confuse children on the rules of life. Something that is taught to be right and wrong at home becomes acceptable other ...
Views: 1392 - MORE MOMMY MAGIC – 506 Ways to Nurture Your Child (Book Excerpt) - by It was one of those landmark days when nothing could go wrong. The day began with our regular "morning hugs," my boys got into the bathtub without whining, there were no spills at breakfast, my little girl and I played diving Barbie in the tub for an hour and I still got everything done that I ...
Views: 1140 - Mother Daughter Relationships -- 5 Most Common Mistakes - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Vera Stark#1) Judge and Criticize Her Your daughter needs to know that you support and love her no matter what she does. There are times when it will be really hard to understand her reasoning for doing what she does but at the same time if you begin to judge and criticize her ...
Views: 1232 - Mother Nature - by Submitted on May 11, 2015 from Dr. Mona AeyshaOnce upon a time, in the city of Bathgate, Scotland, a full term pregnant girl, poorly dressed, was walking around the streets of the city aimlessly, carelessly but with great passion. She was quite educated, but no work at that very moment had put her in the most vulnerable situation. She had ...
Views: 1836 - Mother Quotes From The Heart - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerThis article presents inspirational mother quotes, quotes that come from the heart of mothers (which include quotes about mothers) that I gathered from moms who attended my parenting classes. Sometimes touching, sometimes educational, these mother quotes give personal insight into the ...
Views: 2067 - Mother's Day 2012 - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from shawn parkerA day which is devoted to all the mothers all around the globe is famous as the mother's Day. This is a day on which approval is being compensated to the mothers for their unflagging lifetime and sacrifices which are being made for their children and the family. There is vast celebration which ...
Views: 863 - Mother's Day Without Mom - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Ken RabowYou can tell where you are in your life by how you celebrate Mother's Day. If you are making a card in crayon, you're at the start of your Mother's Days. If you are borrowing the keys to the car, you're in the teen years. When you forget and get that "I'm not hurt, just disappointed" call from ...
Views: 1475 - Mother's Gift - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2011 from Carol Harris-FikeBy Carol Harris-Fike, NCOC, PCC and author of "5 Life Energies: The Choice You Have in How Energy Shapes Your Life" ©2009. May 8th is the U.S. celebration of mothers everywhere. May 7th will be my mother's Memorial Service in celebration of her 90 years of life on this earth. In preparation ...
Views: 1303 - Mother's Heart - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierA mother's heart is a multifaceted deep cavern of unconditional love. Her Sacred Feminine heart holds a full spectrum of experiences, emotions, memories and hope. From the moment of conception of a child a mother's heart knows, really knows that she is not alone on this planet. The Divine ...
Views: 699 - Mother's, Our Walk Through Life is a Beautiful Circle - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Hal PriceMy first steps occurred on the morning of January 1, 1956. How do I know this? Because the one person who has been the constant witness to my powerful life has been my mother. She always carefully documented each incredible detail of my life and my growth. Each accomplishment or milestone ...
Views: 2569 - Motherhood as a Bodhisattvic Path - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Sherry RothwellDuring the birth process, we transform at the cellular level and become the archetypal bodhisattva. The process of being aware as we conceive, gestate and open our wombs to the creative force or the all that is, becomes our attunement as woman healer, giving rise to the higher functioning that ...
Views: 1521 - Motherhood Brings Meaning, But Maybe Not How You Thought It Would - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from FSB AuthorsIt's long been assumed that motherhood brings meaning to our lives. We guide, love, nurture and support our offspring and sometimes feel appreciated in return -- all elements that can fuel our connectedness and satisfaction in the world. It's easy to find meaningful moments as a mom, but it's ...
Views: 1060 - Mothering - 3 Tips For Keeping It Fun! - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Colleen LangenfeldMothering is a full-time and demanding occupation no matter what else fills your life. While most of us start out totally in love with our kids, the day comes for many of us when we are just plain tired of being on call 24/7. Some days the responsibilities can seem overwhelming. When that ...
Views: 1043 - Mothering The Hard Way - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2007 from Colleen LangenfeldParenting does not come with guarantees. Sometimes it feels as though we are banging our heads against a wall while parenting. We work, we teach, we listen, but we wonder if we're getting through! Well, consider the alternative; there are some basic mothering guidelines that you can choose to ...
Views: 930 - Mothering With A Map - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2007 from Colleen LangenfeldRemember the last vacation you took? You probably planned your trip for weeks, maybe months. You may have consulted guidebooks, planned travel routes, and booked transportation. When the day came to leave on your vacation, you may have experienced a sense of exhilaration, but you weren't worried ...
Views: 995 - Mothers of Contention and the Mommy Wars - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from FSB AuthorsWhat will become of the mommy wars in the flailing economy? My fantasy (and it is just a fantasy) is that they will eventually fade into obscurity like, say, the Punic Wars -- relics from a past that seems to have taken place a very long time ago. The idea of working mothers pitted against ...
Views: 1152 - Mother’s Day Treats That Will Make Her Smile - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2021 from Anna ClarkMother’s Day Treats That Will Make Her Smile With Mother’s Day fast approaching it’s time to think about what gifts the special lady in your life would like. With ideas to suit all budgets, this should help you decide on the perfect way to show your mum you love her. Shopping ...
Views: 1022 - Mother’s Pride Organizes The Much-Awaited Baby Show On 25th March’2012 - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Pooja SharmaMother’s Pride, the most loved pre-school invites babies from the age group of 0-3 years to be a part of the grand Baby show to be held on 24th March’2012 and showcase their most endearing talent in front of a large audience. Baby show is organized to give an early platform to your little ones ...
Views: 1587 - Moving Day - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Austin BondsI am convinced that moving is one of the most miserable experiences in life. Anyone who tells you differently is lying. It's been several years since we last uprooted, and I had forgotten how horribly stressful it is. Apparently, I had a bad case of moving amnesia because I agreed to this ...
Views: 825 - Multiple Vaccines Administered Simultaneously - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Neil Z. MillerThe current schedule of CDC-recommended vaccines is so crowded that doctors administer several shots during a single office visit, often with disastrous results. For example, infants receive eight vaccines during their two-month visit to the doctor: diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTaP), ...
Views: 2463 - Muslim Parents Facing Problems For Their Children Abroad - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from katherine buxtonMoving from home country in to a foreign country is a quite painful thing for Muslim parents. Their basic fear is the non Islamic culture which can affect their children’s mind and they may not take their own religion seriously. It is a fact that countries like America, Australia, UK, Germany, ...
Views: 1773 - My Book about Spiritually Gifted Children - by Submitted on May 01, 2010 from Linda BackesI am honored to write about the truly amazing children I have met who possess remarkable abilities to heal, see energy fields, and embrace a 6th sense. I vowed to one day write their story, and now the excitement of publishing a book about them -- and the many others who are being born now with ...
Views: 2870 - My Children Are Driving Me Crazy - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Rhonda NeelyDo you sometimes feel that your children are driving you nuts? Maybe it's not them. Maybe it's what you're doing, or better yet, what you're not doing. Are there times that you sit down and think to yourself, I wish I was a better mother, or I wish I was a better father? Do you know that ...
Views: 3896 - My Children: "When can I Stop Worrying?" - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2008 from Carolyn BatesOne of the age old questions for all parents!!! It’s the same as when a friend asked me “When do your children sleep through the night?” My answer, “Never! You can be ready for that after midnight call for the rest of your life.” Baby Boomers and those over ...
Views: 1406 - My Daughter Gets Fingerprinted – The Next Chapter Begins - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Matt SweetwoodThere were several instances over the past 18 or so years as I raised my 5 children as a single parent, where the reality of my kids moving on to their next necessary chapters of life, has suddenly hit me. I had such a moment last week, as I watched my middle daughter Rebecca get fingerprinted ...
Views: 1095 - My Daughter Has Changed Overnight - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Kelly MarquetEach day I hear from someone that their daughter is just not acting the way she should be. “something has changed, she is secretive, sneaky and not too much fun to be around.” Well depending on her age and your past relationship with her this may not be all bad. It is so hard for us as mothers ...
Views: 4358 - My Daughter is Challenging Me - by Submitted on May 30, 2016 from Charles G. HannaChallenges force us to correct, to improve, and to grow. More importantly, they are our Higher Power’s way of directing our attention to the areas that require immediate attention. It is like a self-monitoring system that tells when and where we need to change. No matter what that challenge or ...
Views: 2048 - My Daughter Says That I Have Commitment Issues, I Say I Have Time Management Issues - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Bill McLeodSo my blog last week I Think I’m Going To Be Single For Awhile…seemed to stir up a few comments from many of you. More than one person emailed, called or texted me with their thoughts about it. Half the people said “Well there goes some of your readers” and the other half said “Bill you just ...
Views: 886 - My Difficult Father by Beth Shepherd Psychic - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2020 from Pearls of WisdomMy difficult father by Beth Shepherd psychic. A case study. Names etc changed. I realised that my dad was a controlling and selfish, demanding fault finding man when I reached the age of twelve. I could never do anything right. One day when I was standing in the kitchen stirring the ...
Views: 1081 - My Father… - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2012 from Sue FrederickMy dad, diagnosed with lung cancer four weeks earlier, has been in a coma for days, struggling for breath. My family takes turns caring for him at the hospital. I want to stay at his side today because I sense he’s leaving. Yet it’s my turn to babysit his five grandchildren—including my ...
Views: 1261 - My Husband: The Super Champ Oof Dads - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 from Arlene PellicaneI have to admit it. As a mom, I hide in the bathroom to get a few quiet minutes away from my toddler and baby. But my husband has never hid in the bathroom or anywhere else for that matter. When it comes to parenting, he’s fully engaged and relentless. When we were dating and starry-eyed, I ...
Views: 762 - My Kid Doesn’t Talk to Me - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Carolyn StoneChild psychologists tell parents to listen to their children, and they should. I have learned in my practice and in my life as a parent that it isn’t always clear how to get children to talk when you want to listen. When children get home from school or parents arrive home from work, ...
Views: 1196 - My Mother, My Mirror: Going on a Mother-Guilt Trip? Change Course! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsYou’re Off the Hook Unwittingly, your female forebears passed the carnival mirror self-image down to you, and, unwittingly, or unintentionally, you have passed it down to your daughter. (Many mothers may be sensitive to their influence on their children and still find themselves unable to ...
Views: 2016 - My Pet Peeve: Whining - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2007 from Tulum DotheeDecide what YOU will do! Not what you will try to make the child do! Once you have decided, call a family meeting and inform them. Schedule a whining time. At that time EVERYONE whines for a full minute AT THE SAME TIME. It is great fun, we all end up laughing. Use a non verbal hand signal. ...
Views: 1400 - My Teenager Is Failing! What Did I Do Wrong! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ken RabowI am an holistic life coach. A great deal of my work is with students who are about to fail their school year or with young adults now living at home, playing video games all day,and who may have dropped out. So maybe it’s best to say that I am a turn-your-life-around coach. Each time I meet ...
Views: 1679 - Nannies the Childcare Experts - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Thomas ButcherHave you ever wondered what it takes to be a really good nanny? Why do some people just fit so naturally into the role? Well, for one thing, a genuine love of children is a must, since the main job is seeing to their welfare when the parents are away. If you don’t possess an abundance of ...
Views: 1010 - Nannies, and The Role They Play in Family Life - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Thomas ButcherIt’s not hard to get overwhelmed by housework, children’s needs, and everything else that has to be done in the life of a working mom. Before you know it, you are often so far behind that there doesn’t seem to be any way to catch up. Yet you still have to head out the door every morning to get ...
Views: 944 - Nanny Services Online - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Thomas ButcherDo you need someone to help you take care of your children? You should consider hiring a nanny to assist you. You can find nanny services online that will help you to find the perfect nanny for your situation. If you need a live-in nanny you will be able to find one. You might prefer a nanny ...
Views: 982 - Nappy Rash - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2012 from marie LucyNappy rash is an irritation of the skin that most babies get at some point. In this article: What is nappy rash? Causes How Chemist Online can help Symptoms Treatments Seeking advice What is nappy rash? Nappy rash is any kind of irritating skin condition or rash ...
Views: 1131 - Narcissistic Offspring, Narcissistic Parents - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Sam VakninThe Japanese call them “parasite singles”, the Americans “boomerang kids”. Sociologists refer to the “accordion family”: it expands and then contracts and then expands again as children return to what should have been an “empty nest.” Why do youngsters opt to live with their parents rather ...
Views: 2062 - Narcissistic Parents - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Sam VakninQuestion: What are the effects that narcissistic parents have on their offspring? Answer: At the risk of over-simplification: narcissism tends to breed narcissism - but only a minority of the children of narcissistic parents become narcissists. This may be due to a genetic predisposition or ...
Views: 3071 - Navigating Through Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Sue AtkinsBringing up children is not an exact science and while there are common themes that many parents encounter such as learning how to relate to their children, finding effective ways to discipline them or helping you to build their self esteem, there are other more specific issues that have a ...
Views: 562 - Need Help Parenting a Teen? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldSome parents of teens confuse their parenting role with that of friend. In so doing, they abdicate their parental authority and minimize their ability to provide direction, guidance, limits and structure. In such cases parents may feel their teenaged son or daughter must like them. The parent ...
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