Adult children, grandchildren, marriage, and dating. It’s all in here including some Cougar advice and maybe a love story or two.
If you have a family member in a care home, you should be doing certain things to ensure that they are safe and happy. Sometimes people go to care homes because they need the extra assistance, and sometimes it’s because of their health. No matter what the reason, you should not just abandon them there …
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It is not as difficult as you may think to teach English to kids. If you adopt a child from a non-English speaking country or if English is not the primary language spoken in your home, then you will need to teach your children or grandchildren how to speak English. The younger the child is …
As your parents get older, they need more and more help. That’s a natural process and affects countless people every year. It doesn’t mean everyone knows how to look after older parents, however. Many people struggle with this. If you’re in this situation, you could feel it’s impossible and there’s nothing you can do. That …
The hallmark of Sunday Scaries is a feeling of impending doom or worry. Typically, these feelings diminish as the week progresses and the child gets to school. However, they may persist for several weeks. If your child exhibits any of the above symptoms, speak with your child’s pediatrician and get to know what Sunday Scaries …
Raising a child is one of the most selfless and dedicated challenges you can take on. However, raising a child on your own is a whole different league. Being a single mom or dad requires welcoming both the joys and the responsibilities of bringing a child into adulthood. If you’re on your way to …
No matter how old you are, no parent wants to see their kids undergoing hardship. While the day they moved out was bittersweet, you were also excited to see what they could make of themselves in their career and their personal life, but even the most successful person can still fall on hard times. …
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Your child is graduating college and about to embark upon a new journey in life. While you may have a mix of emotions including nervousness, excitement, and some hesitation, you’re also likely feeling very proud of them and want to see them excel. Helping your child transition from college to the real world is …
Have you found yourself getting into conflict with your adult children lately? As your children grow up it can be hard to reevaluate your position in their lives. You are used to being a caregiver and someone who provides advice. When your children become independent you have to get used to a new role …
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The aging process can often be difficult for both seniors and their loved ones. As our parents and grandparents grow older, they may need more help with day-to-day tasks and decision-making. If you’re finding that you are increasingly taking on the role of caregiver for your aging parents, don’t worry, you’re not alone. There are …
If you have an elderly relative whose health is in decline, sooner or later, you may need to arrange for them to receive some care. It’s quite possible that your family will not have the time or the emotional bandwidth to provide the complete range of assistance that your loved one needs, so putting …
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There is a delicate balancing act involved in parenting, as you want your children to be self-reliant but still want to be there when they need you. Despite what you may assume, it is not always simpler to maintain this balance as they grow older, and it may be that your adult child needs as …
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Running out of ideas for entertaining the grandkids when they come to visit? Want to find some new ways to keep them busy that doesn’t involve electronics, TV, or video games? Want to create some memories that they will cherish and have loads of fun at the same time? Then you will want to keep …
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