Parenting posts to help you find inspiration for raising your little one to be happy and well adjusted people.
“Grape or Fruit punch? Chocolate or vanilla? Pizza or McDonalds?” These were some of my favorite “this or that” questions to answer as a kid. And I still love any question about food! Today, if someone asked me “Star Trek or Star Wars”… it would be a tough answer, but I usually have to pick … Read more
Helping your grown child comes with the territory of being a parent. Going above and beyond the call of duty to please them is where the problem lies. Always trying to meet their needs could become harmful to their independence and well-being. A guide on how to stop enabling your grown child could be a useful resource … Read more
Aren’t kids so interesting? They have so much personality… and have so much to learn about the world. They can also be both simple and complex. They have no filters, which often makes them say exactly what they are thinking and feeling. Yet, they can also be shy… closed off and secretive at times. Grown-ups can … Read more
Having a disrespectful daughter is a painful experience for any parent, but can cause a tremendous rift when it is between mother and daughter. Whether your daughter is a tween, teenager, or adult woman… arguing follows, and soon, your last recourse may be to write a letter to daughter who is disrespectful. Children are said … Read more
There are few greater commitments in life than having children. Even with a loving partner by your side, the journey from a continuously crying baby to a stamping toddler and inevitably, hormonal teenager, is tough! But when that relationship falls apart and you’re left trying to wade through a stormy separation, the weight of parenthood … Read more
I have been in situations when someone said or did something and then gaslighted me by saying I was “too sensitive,” and “emotional.” Such experiences have left me feeling frustrated and downright furious. One particularly painful experience involved being the only one speaking up about a problem colleague in a meeting at a past job. … Read more
If your mom’s behavior made you comb the internet for toxic mother signs, then the situation must be dire. The truth of the matter is, a toxic person can make your life a lot more stressful, whether it’s your mother or not. You may love your mother dearly, but can no longer tolerate her harmful behaviors. I … Read more
Once your relationship with the narcissist parent of your child comes to an end, the focus then shifts to co-parenting with a narcissist in the most amicable way. Destructive narcissists are difficult to deal with, period. When children are involved, shared parenting can quickly turn into a nightmare if not managed properly. I know a male narcissist … Read more
If you’re reading this article, you’ve likely been tested as a parent at some point. No matter what age your child is, they will challenge you… whether it is intentional or not. This is particularly common with children ages 2 and older. Maybe you’re wondering why your toddler is happy one minute and throwing tantrums … Read more
Ever felt like you were just thrown to the side by a guy you thought loved and adored you? It may seem like there’s no reason for your being ditched by a man who you believe loved you. Were there signs that things weren’t going well? Why did he suddenly abandon you? You may consider … Read more