Category: My Family

Motherhood, Parenting, Self Care

How to Deal With Overwhelming Grief as a Mom

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How to Deal With Overwhelming Grief as a Mom

The majority of people in this world will suffer from some sort of grief during their lifetime. Dealing with tragedy on your own will never be easy, but when you have to stay strong as a mom, it can be even harder. Having courage as a mom to seek support from professionals and members of your family is so important. No matter what your situation is, there will always be somebody on the end of the phone who is willing to help you through your tough time. Here are some of the ways that you can seek support whilst you are grieving.

Pregnancy, Travel

4 Relaxing Destinations To Visit During Pregnancy

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4 Relaxing Destinations To Visit During Pregnancy

A relaxing holiday during pregnancy might be just what the doctor ordered. It gives you an opportunity to take time out of day-to-day life and to spend time connecting with your partner, and any other children before your new baby arrive. But where should you go? Of course, there are many places to choose from – but here are four of our favorites:

Children, Education, Parenting, Travel

Keep Your Children Learning During Summer Travels

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Keep Your Children Learning During Summer Travels

Kids will love hunting for summer words in this word search. Word searches are a great tool for reinforcing spelling and word recognition skills. They are also a fun way to build vocabulary. Education.com has loads of resources that will keep kids engaged and entertained during summer travels while also keeping their reading and language arts skills sharp. 

Family, My Family, Parenting

Women Key to Family Health – Tips and Tricks

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Women Key to Family Health – Tips and Tricks

Family health is as strong as the healthy habits of each of its members. And as a parent, you will teach your children about hygiene and dietary habits, but also about positive thinking and how to overcome challenges in life. This is a huge responsibility which mostly falls on the shoulder of women but they [...]

Parenting, Stress

5 Tips for Reducing Parental Anxiety

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5 Tips for Reducing Parental Anxiety

Parental anxiety is widespread. The latest figures from the National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH) indicate that 40 million US adults carry an anxiety disorder diagnosis each year. This figure doesn’t even reflect the less severe worry and anxiety constricting people’s lives. While we don’t have an exact breakdown of the anxious statistics, in terms of the content and sources of people’s anxiety, it’s a safe bet that anxiety related to parenting is well represented in these shocking figures.  

Fitness & Health, Parenting

How To Keep Your Kids Healthy Over The Summer

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How To Keep Your Kids Healthy Over The Summer

Spring may have only just sprung, but summer is right around the corner. Before you know it, the schools will be out, and you’ll have three whole months to spend with your little ones. This time should be filled with fun and relaxation, both for you and your kids, but it is important that you keep health in mind too.

Guest Blog Post, Parenting, Safety

Forgotten Baby Syndrome: 3 Things Every Parent Must Know

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Forgotten Baby Syndrome: 3 Things Every Parent Must Know

Most parents assume they would never accidentally forget their child in a car. Unfortunately, even the most loving parents have experienced near misses or even painful tragedies due to Forgotten Baby Syndrome (FBS) - a medical term that explains how a parent can walk away from a car without realizing their child remains inside.

Education, Grief, Relationships

6 Things Every Woman Needs to Know about Restraining Orders

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6 Things Every Woman Needs to Know about Restraining Orders

Rosemary Lombardy candid abuse survivor, and author of Breaking Bonds: How to Divorce an Abuser and Heal - A Survival Guide is sharing her expert advice on why a woman might need to file a restraining order and how to navigate the process. 1. Where to start: If you need to file for a restraining order or an emergency [...]

Fun, My Family, Parenting, Travel

Creating a Spring Break Plan for the Whole Family

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Creating a Spring Break Plan for the Whole Family

For many families, spring break marks the turning point out of the cold winter and into nicer weather. Gone are the cold nights and warm blankets of winter — longer days and sunshine are upon us! It is time to celebrate with just the right spring break getaway.

Motherhood, Parenting

Why Color Coordination Matters As A Mom

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Why Color Coordination Matters As A Mom

Let’s face it, finding the time to coordinate anything as a mom is a difficult task. You’re juggling schedules, meetings, and your kids simultaneously. So, why should you bother to color coordinate your wardrobe, let alone the rest of your life? Most moms are unaware of the secret benefits that stem from the colors you interact with on a daily basis.