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tips for new parents!
First-time parents are surprised to find that the addition of one (or more) exquisite, small, and helpless person(s) can make them feel joyful and competent one moment, and small and helpless themselves the next. It is not unusual to see fatigue, fear, and self-doubt co-exist with pride, unsurpassed love, and hope. For many years, The Freedman Center staff and New Parents Groups Facilitators have provided support for first-time moms and dads. Their experience shows that parenthood is the great equalizer; all new parents, regardless of circumstance, share a remarkably similar journey. The following tips, time-tested by the Freedman Center, have helped thousands of parents begin that journey successfully.
By Stefan Rares Baluta4 years ago in Families
Struggles of A Mom
I became a mom at a young age, 17 to be exact. I ended up getting pregnant with my first-born halfway through my senior year with a guy I should not have even given the time of day to. He did not go to school with me and there should have been no reason for us to have ever known each other. But somehow we crossed paths and decided to see what would happen.
By Rebecca Moore4 years ago in Families
Kids and the Constiution, or the Day My Kid's Tried to Impeach the President
It all started when I pulled out the Presidential Cards I produced a few years ago to give to my Passport Kids as a "Knowledge Challenge" in celebration of Presidents Day. I enjoy the spontaneous learning that occurs during the conversations sparked by these challenges.
By Rahau Mihai4 years ago in Families
Viginia Dawn
WARNING! If you are looking for a happy story, don't read this one! Daddy! I was a different person 14 years ago. Now, I’m unrecognizable as the man I was before you came into my life. I remember when I first learned of you. That was my happiest moment until then and that happiness has been repeated a thousand-thousand times since – every time I touch your silky caramel hair, when you put your hand in mine, or when I hear “daddy” usher from your lips.
By The Bantering Welshman4 years ago in Families
You. Have. Me.
You. Have. Me. Period. You have me everyday. All day. 24/7. 365. Even when I have to work, know you still have me. Even when something comes up and my attention strays away for a few moments of our time, know you still have me. When life throws rocks at you, remember you have me. When you feel you are grown and love our, you have me. When you are married with kids of your own, you have me.
By Alexa Conlin4 years ago in Families
5 Summer Activities to Do with Your Kids
The end of the school year and beginning of summer months can elicit hugely varied emotional responses for different members of the family. For kids eager to get a break from school and not have homework or responsibilities hanging over their heads, it’s an exciting and welcome season.
By andrewdeen144 years ago in Families
Top 5 Qualities You Need to Look For in a Babysitter
Are you looking for a babysitter? Whether you want a babysitter for self-care, sanity, work, or all of these reasons, a babysitter can significantly make your life easier and reduce your stress and burden. However, when it comes to choosing a babysitter in San Diego, we all want to hire a trustworthy and reliable babysitter, no matter whether you are a working mom or stay-at-home, a single mom, a mom of one kid or more.
By James Corby4 years ago in Families
The Power of Unconditional Love
I always listened to my aunt; I did better than listen - I internalized what she had to say. I do remember her telling me that when I found a guy that I could go on vacation with, where we just sat around enjoying the ocean, instead of flying over it, swimming through it, or any other stresslaxing activity, then I had found the one. I think I stumbled into it with one of my best guy friends. As he was a best friend first, during our friendship, I have flourished as a writer and I've decided I'm a late bloomer - I'm coming into my own at the age of 51. I couldn't have done it without the unconditional love I received from my parents, children and friends.
By Susan Eileen 4 years ago in Families
A Rare Find
Story by Zita Robertson I pulled the covers over my head, half awake, listening to my Mom packing walnuts and cashews for our end-of-May birding trip. It was still dark outside, but Cleveland, my rooster, really wanted it to be morning, and he was crowing continuously. Finally, I got out of bed and let him and the hens out. We didn’t have time for breakfast, because we wanted to be at our favorite Missouri state park by sunrise.
By Nellie Poppins4 years ago in Families
A Typical Quest
Story by Zita Robertson Loretta set the thick, dusty Encyclopedia of Birds on her desk, and let it fall open. She allowed herself a quick glance, and saw that the words on the page started with a T. While she put her backpack beside the chair and changed into something more comfortable, she tried to think of bird names with a T. Tufted Puffin… Tricolored Heron… Tennessee Warbler… She was excited to see what new information she could find out about all of them from her new book. She discovered the ancient volume in a dark, musty corner of the public library after school, and she was ready to sit down in her favorite reading nook by the window to dive in.
By Nellie Poppins4 years ago in Families
