 
"The family. We were a strange little band of characters trudging through life sharing diseases and toothpaste, coveting one another's desserts, hiding shampoo, borrowing money, locking each other out of our rooms, inflicting pain and kissing to heal it in the same instant, loving, laughing, defending, and trying to figure out the common thread that bound us all together. " ~Erma Bombeck Families ties bind. Sometimes they bind our heart strings; unfortunately sometimes they bind our dreams and hopes. We hope that your family experience is an enriching one. Either way, we'll have resources that will help. Resources on family traditions, dealing with divorce, raising toddlers, dealing with the death of a loved one, and much more.
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Written by Tonya Seavers Evans
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Friday, 27 March 2009 13:34 |
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It's week seven of your maternity leave and your heart beats faster and faster with each passing day. How will you manage your baby's schedule when you return to work and how will you be able to leave your little one for a full workday? You thought you saw an email about a new project launch and are not sure what changes have occurred within your team. New mothers often become overwhelmed and fail to make a "return to work plan" following maternity leave which can make the transition back to the workplace a stressful one. Here are some simple tips to help you make a triumphant, stress-free return back into the workforce.
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Written by Angel Lynn Diamond
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Friday, 24 October 2008 13:19 |
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 One of the hardest things for parents see is watching our children struggle through the grief process. If they are young, we never really know how it will affect them. Even if things look great on the surface, their grief can repress and arise years later. Here are some ways to guide them through… |
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Written by Gina Blitstein
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Saturday, 04 October 2008 14:24 |
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 Fighting within a family is unfortunate yet common. Communication can be the most strained in our closest relationships, where expectations uniquely color perceptions. When stormy relationship seas clear, it may be hardest of all to swallow our pride and take steps toward reconciliation with family.… |
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Written by Lindsay Evans
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Saturday, 04 October 2008 13:33 |
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 It's strange - you never hear mention of cloth diapers these days. People think they're obsolete, a thing of the past - certainly not part of mothering in the modern world. But many mamas are missing out. Don't go about your children's diapering days without knowing about the recent revolution in… |
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Written by Gina Blitstein
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Monday, 29 September 2008 08:01 |
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 When it comes to gifts, it's the thought that counts. With the holidays approaching, my husband are turning our thoughts to gifts for the family. Holiday shopping can be stressful, tedious, and time consuming – not to mention expensive. Believe me, gift-giving doesn’t have to be unpleasant! |
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Written by Gina Blitstein
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Tuesday, 23 September 2008 11:16 |
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 I can’t imagine my life without cats. I can’t imagine being the person I am without feeling the companionship of my little furry feline friends. They are pals, playmates and purveyors of comfort. Our cats certainly enrich our lives with the warm atmosphere their presence creates in our hearts and ho… |
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Written by Jennilyn McKinnon
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Thursday, 18 September 2008 19:43 |
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As a mother of six I spend a lot of money and time on music lessons. I have often wondered, “Is it worth it.” How is a child transformed from mediocre to proficient then to accomplished? If the practice of visualization works in the world of business and success principles, then it stands to reason that the same principle of “believing before seeing” holds true when discussing the potential of our children. The next time you sit at the piano with your child try this little exercise. |
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Written by Jennilyn McKinnon
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Thursday, 18 September 2008 19:22 |
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As a mother, listening to my children attempt to play the piano or violin, I have often wondered, is it worth it? I grow weary of listening to the “how come I have to practice? It’s not fair! I hate the piano.” So, just how do the “great” mothers of the world inspire their children to want to practice and even enjoy it? For me, I would settle for just practicing with no complaining. |
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Written by Lindsay Evans
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Thursday, 18 September 2008 11:52 |
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 What could make better starter foods for an infant than home-cooked and processed whole foods? Commercially made baby food may be convenient, but homemade baby food comes in at a close second. Introducing your baby to foods commonly found on your dinner table will prepare his taste buds for many m… |
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Written by Lucinda Watrous
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Tuesday, 16 September 2008 10:14 |
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Ahh… a day without diapers. Does it even seem possible at this point? Don’t worry, it will come, but of course, not without potty training first. Potty training can be a very stressful time for both parents and children, and will vary in time depending on the child’s interest, and even whether the child is a boy, or a girl. Some say that boys are harder, and some say that girls are harder. Personally, I have been around both, but I have only potty trained a boy. It was the most stressful time in my life, as even though he was interested in becoming a “big boy”, he still wanted the pull-ups and diapers. So, as the mother of a fully trained young boy, I thought I would share my advice so that just maybe one less mother will have to go through the stress that I did! |
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