Many parents-to-be feel excited about their baby's arrival, but being a parent can be intimidating. Some people who have children later in life may have prepared themselves for the challenges. But many new parents worry that raising a child will be too stressful. Some parents go through different emotions before their baby arrives. Some parents may think, "I wonder if I can … [Read more...] about 7 Fears About Parenting That Will Get Easier After You Have Kids
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Teaching Kids to Give: 10 Tips for Success
As a parent, we all want our children to have healthy, happy lives. But far too many children grow up without ever learning the importance of giving. That teaches them not to give to others, and the more dominant they are in their fledgling years, the more unlikely they are to change their behavior. However, teaching your child how to give to others can increase their … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids to Give: 10 Tips for Success
How to Find Wholeness After Having Kids
It would be easy to tell yourself that having kids doesn't change who you are. That you become a blend of tired and stressed and joyful and exhausted, and perhaps that's all there is to it. But the truth is, you change. You don't ever go back to the way you were before. At the hospital, you may not notice the change immediately. Nurses still help take care of the child - … [Read more...] about How to Find Wholeness After Having Kids
13 Ways to Make Healthy Cooking More Fun
You probably know that preparing your own food is a great way to eat healthier and lose weight. If you love to cook, that’s an added bonus. If you’re uncomfortable in the kitchen, it can be difficult to stop relying on dining out. That’s especially true if you grew up without many culinary role models, and now you think it's too late to learn. On the other hand, you might be … [Read more...] about 13 Ways to Make Healthy Cooking More Fun
Can Your Kids Get Burned Out?
When you think of someone who is burned out, you might picture an overworked business executive or an athlete training too hard for the Olympics. The truth is that anyone can become overwhelmed at any age. Kids experience burnout too. Sure, they don’t usually have mortgages and jobs. However, they do have internal and external pressures of their own. School, friendships, and … [Read more...] about Can Your Kids Get Burned Out?