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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.
Growing up, Getting out, Creating your new Family
Family, the foundation for the next generation of adults. Some people have large families, while others have small families, and some people have no family at all, or feel isolated from them over time. Friends and teachers are the outside forces that also influence much of our dreams and aspirations. Traditions change with the passing of grandparents and great grandparents, family reunions become less and less, so we try our best to create our own traditions.
By Shasta Scott5 years ago in Families
Family Issues
Family Issues Family and Abuse What is a family? A family is any group of individuals who are banded together through marriage, kinship, adoption or mutual agreement whether hetero/homosexual. Kinship means related to grandparents, aunts and uncles. There are six goals of the family and they are an opportunity to express ideas and feelings, to have no family secrets, to having a valuing of everyone's values, opinions and feelings, must have rules and have flexibility and yet enforced with consistency, have positive energy shown in a systems theory support system that allow for opportunities for growth and change.
By Mark Graham5 years ago in Families
Your expectations of Child Care. Top Story - January 2021.
One warning I always give any parent who is looking for childcare is that it is crucial not to have unrealistic expectations. Even though you want the very best care for your child, you have to understand that the very best care would be you staying home. Next best would be your child spending the day with grandma or Aunt Suzie who never was able to have kids of her own. If you are going to place your child in any form of childcare, including a nanny in your home, that person is a substitute and will never do things the same way you would.
By Terri Mulhern5 years ago in Families
The "F Word" in Child Care
There are a few words in daycare that providers consider unofficial cuss words. These words are used by parents to get away with the very worst of behaviors. Like using the words “Allergies” or “Teething” as an excuse to drop a child at daycare that they know is not well and should be at home. Another buzz word for us is “Occasional” because usually it is used by a parent who wants us to watch their child for extra hours without getting paid for them.
By Terri Mulhern5 years ago in Families
Embrace Your Teenager's Perspective - It May Be Better Than Yours . Top Story - January 2021.
Sometimes our children are the role models we need. My daughter has astounded me recently. Truly blown me away. She’s stoic, compassionate, kind, brave and rational. She’s 13. Can I at 40 emulate this? I’m not sure. She’s been brutally forced to face her deepest strengths at a time when most are working out their most adventurous backflip off the climbing frame.
By Bianca Best5 years ago in Families
Best ways to help for children who are Depressed
Are you a caregiver who is always depressed? Are you a child who always feels down in the dumps and is depressed? This article presents the recommendations of each parent, various donors for families and teens on how to deal with, reduce, and cut this stress.
By Naveen Kumar5 years ago in Families
My little slice of Heaven.
Creating and utilizing a space to improve your emotional health and allow you to relax is an amazing form of self-care. Cozy corners are also a great way to give yourself an area to reflect when you're feeling overwhelmed or “off” from your usual emotions.
By Tiffany Richardson5 years ago in Families
Family Differences
I've always wondered where do I start when it comes to sharing myself and just exactly what is going on. I hesitate at times as I start to feel by sharing my frustrations I may start to sound ungrateful or that I should feel more appreciative of having family. Yet, we always hear and see the statement about even our family can be toxic to us. My family can have it's great moments; where they will help each other out - but it does seem that a few use it to showcase to others that they are good people and that they do so much for others. But more often than not it has been that my family takes advantage of each other; or I feel of my good will nature as I have always been the one to go and help. I have complete knowledge of doing this and do find myself stuck in doing this even when I tell myself I shouldn't. Just as I have the knowledge I have fallen in the trap from being made to feel guilty at as a teenager by my mother for wanting to be my own person and wanting to know my real father better.
By Amelia Woodrum5 years ago in Families
Show them the way
Never let family fall behind. If you see pieces that are being dropped offer assistance when possible and never let them stay down for to long. Your family is depending on your guidance and assurance. Do not let a day go by without letting them know you are there for them.
By Cody Sumner5 years ago in Families
5 Ways to Keep Your Family Happy This Winter
1. Fuel Winter Activities A proper diet can help everyone have consistent energy and mood levels throughout the shorter, darker days of winter. Try to eat more fruits and veggies as a general rule, to boost fiber intake and improve gut health. Try a few novel items you find in the produce section to make it more interesting. Don't just focus on the human family members, either. Since pets need proper nutrition to handle the changes in weather, too, the right food can make a huge difference in how they feel and behave. Dr. Marty Nature's Feast ingredients show that real meats and vegetables are also good for your furry friends.
By Robert Cordray5 years ago in Families
