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Lorelei's Letters - Letter One
I have written letters before that were addressed to my daughter; in fact, I keep a diary for her for when she's older with more, personal (specific family stuff and stuff I went through and am going through). A friend and an avid reader of mine suggested I do a series—since I've done them before, but make it a little more permanent.
By Michelle Schultz7 years ago in Families
You're Allowed to Be "Selfish"
You would do anything for your child. I see you, mamma. I see you give up precious moments of sleep and alone time to calm your crying baby. You see your child as the most prized possession, and how lucky that child is to have you cheering them on. I know you would give every ounce of your physical, mental, and emotional strength for the little people who calls you mommy. The thing is, you don’t have to. Honestly, it’s probably best if you didn’t. They need you to have all your strength. They need you to take care of you so that you can take care of them. Here are some ways you could be better at caring for your own needs.
By Rebecca Hale7 years ago in Families
Well-Rounded Tips for a Healthy and Happy Family
Having a well-rounded healthy family includes various aspects. Mind, body, and soul are all important factors in the pursuit of health. We have to work on it in ourselves, but also in our children, if we want a healthy family. It is important to be able to hone into our child’s needs and help them achieve that balance of mind, body, and soul.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
Outdoor Activities to Try This Summer with Your Family
This summer is like any other summer. If you’re like any other person and you don't like being inside and you’d rather get out and play, then you may want to keep reading. There are a ton of things you can do this summer to have an amazing time. Whether it’s water parks, beaches, camping, horseback riding or other activities that are fun in the sun, there are many things that you need to get out and try.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Families
9 Actionable Parenting Tips
Parenting is one of the most researched topics in the field of psychology. The whole goal of parenting is to make your child productive, responsible and independent, so I am going to share some tips with you that will help you to achieve those goals.
By Akash Sharma7 years ago in Families
Let's Stop Comparing Birth Stories
Once you have a baby, you enter a new community. Motherhood. When meeting another mom, you already have some common experiences. You have both taken on the challenging feat of bringing a child into the world and dedicating your life to that child. When meeting with people who share common experiences, it is natural to want to share those experiences with each other. Most mothers love to talk about their birth stories, but bringing up such an intimate experience can be damaging if done the wrong way. Having spoken to several other women about birth stories, I struggle to understand why it has to be a competition. Birth is a very personal and tender experience, not a competitive sport. While that statement might sound obvious, it's shocking how quickly women will put on their 'game face' as they dig into the details of their labor experience in comparison to another woman's.
By Rebecca Hale7 years ago in Families
Helping the Youth with Dental Care
While going through your teenage years, it can feel like everything is changing, and your teeth are not an exception. Growing up usually comes with getting braces or teeth alignment of some kind, and it also means that more serious dental problems can occur if youth do not take care of their teeth.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
