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- Common Marriage Problems - 6 Significant Problems To Learn From - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Johnny WayneMarriage is not a constant happiness. Common marriage problems can happen anytime with no warning. Life for couples on the first part of marriage is intimate and almost close to perfect, but things will change as time goes by, bad habits and personalities will all be revealed. The different ...
Views: 1142(1 vote) - Could My Child Have ADD or ADHD? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Sherrie HardyImagine a child who can play legos for hours. He loves to build the most intricate fantasy lands with castles, bridges and towns. He is also a fantastic artist. He pencils very creative cartoons. When he is doing either of those two activities, he is able to direct his concentration for long ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - Crisis in Our Lives: Healing Our Children, Healing Ourselves - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Intent.com Authors"I dreamed that we were all asleep and then someone put our apartment on fire. I was scared. We got all our papers and went out but we couldn’t leave because they put the cars on fire. Some people were calling the police but the phone was cut. They were calling HELP POLICE but they didn’t come. ...
Views: 645(1 vote) - DaddyStress - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Armin BrottDear Mr. Dad: My son was born four months ago, and things are starting to settle down. But every time I sit down to do some extra work on the computer, I feel guilty about leaving my wife to take care of him since she's with him all day long. I try to help, but I also need to get ahead with ...
Views: 1999(4 votes) - Dads and Guilt - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Joan SarinAs a single mom and as a stepmom who’s made her share of mistakes, I know I’ve been “guilty” of experiencing my share of guilt, too. I recently read a newsletter of Toni Schutta’s about “mommy guilt” in intact families, apparently a very common phenomenon today. It’s common for single parents ...
Views: 9203(1 vote) - Daughters in Danger - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from FSB AuthorsAs you may recall from your own teenage years, separating from one's parents is a vital, and healthy, part of growing up. All well and good. But the question is this: as your daughters move away from YOU, who exactly are they moving TOWARDS? And more importantly, are those people taking them ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - Dealing with Anger in Children and Teens, Part 2: Effective Tools to Help You Handle It - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2010 from James LehmanIt’s hard to get most adolescents to comply, but when you’re dealing with a hostile teen, it can be almost impossible. In part two of this series on anger and hostility in kids, James Lehman discusses concrete ways for you to break through your child’s force field of anger and defuse his ...
Views: 2402(4 votes) - Dealing with Depression - Single Mom Reader Mail - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Samantha GregoryI get emails from single moms that are both uplifting and encouraging. Some emails are filled with pain and a sense of hopelessness. Many are searching for a way out of depression and emotional barriers. Here is one letter and my answer. From M: “One question I would like to ask, and you ...
Views: 1589(1 vote) - Dealing with Stress as a Mom Before it Deals with You - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Cameron CarterEvery mom sees their children as a blessing, but when it comes to managing the entire household, running errands, having a social life, and/or maintaining a thriving career any woman would get stressed out. Did you know excessive high levels of stress will eventually cause health issues? And as ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - Dear beautiful friend and amazing soul ! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Pearl Shanti Lodur-LionheartThis is an open letter to the world. We have for some weeks now been thinking about what to do next. With a heavy heart we have made a decision, heavy because we daily receive mails from people who need our help and whom we have helped to a better life. Therefore it was not an easy ...
Views: 1556(7 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm a single mother, and I feel I'm past my prime. - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I'm a 23 year old single mother and believe me when I say my life has been crazy and very rough. I have no relationship with the father of my child. He's pretty much abandoned our four yearl old son after his 1st birthday. He doesn't help out, and blames everything ...
Views: 1902(1 vote) - Dedicated to Mothers Who Are No Longer with Us - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn my last Intent posting I discussed the healing with my mother which was positive outcome after many years of friction. The metaphysics of the relationship with my mother were obviously very karmic. My mother and my father were the perfect parents for me. Throughout my younger life the lack ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - Definition: Parenting - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2009 from Douglas PakParenting is the process of raising and educating a child from birth, or before, until adulthood. In the case of humans, it is usually done by the biological parents of the child in question, although governments and society take a role as well. In many cases, orphaned or abandoned children ...
Views: 8075(1 vote) - Developing Good Mental Health in Girls - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Rachelle SalingerAs parents of young girls, we are in a unique position of influence to help them build the confidence it takes to be the best that they can be. After all, they will not stay in their frilly dresses and dainty hair accessories forever. One day they will be real women in a real world. ...
Views: 2945(4 votes) - Developing These Parenting Skills Will Make You a Better Parent - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Charlotte JaneParenting is really hard and there are some skills that, if you do not possess them naturally, you need to work hard to develop as you go. Lots of parents simply raise their kids in the manner that they were raised and that doesn't always yield the best results. Keep reading to learn which ...
Views: 582(1 vote) - Discipline for Single Parents - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2010 from Armin BrottDear Mr. Dad: I'm a single parent and I'm finding it harder and harder to keep my kids in line. When I was married the two of us could back each other up. But now that I'm alone I don't seem to have the energy to take a stand. What can I do to regain control? A: At one time or another, all ...
Views: 2070(5 votes) - Divorced Dads and Step-Dads: Keeping it all in Perspective - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2010 from Rosalind SedaccaBeing a divorced Dad can be one of the most frustrating experiences any parent will ever face. For many it seems like a can’t-win situation. You find that you’re constantly trying to prove yourself – to your ex, to the children, and often to a Step-Dad who has moved into the picture. If Mom ...
Views: 2017(4 votes) - Do Lies Make You See Red? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Carolyn StoneMany times a year parents come to me for guidance about dealing with their child’s lying. Usually the situation is that the child has been involved in some activity that she knows her parents disapprove of. It could be sampling the frosting on a birthday cake before the occasion, or talking to ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - Do You Say "Tomorrow I'll do better", Yet by 8am You're Yelling at Your Children? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Jill DarceyMost parents put their hand up and say, "Yes, me too!" Exhausted from a day of nagging, yelling and demanding your children do things faster, better, or do something at all, you flop into bed and wish for more peace in home. With your head churning, you long for a better way to do things and ...
Views: 1592(4 votes) - Do Your Children Get Enough Creative Play Time? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEnrichment programs and organized sports can play an important role in your child’s development; but don’t forget the value – and joy – of good, old-fashioned play time! It’s getting harder and harder to get my children inside at the end of the day. As the weather gets warmer, they’re ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - Do Your Part: Help Your Teen be Self-Reliant and Confident - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Julia AndrickTake a moment to reflect on your interactions with your children today. What was the general tone of the day? What emotions predominated for you? Were you calm, listening, curious, frustrated, angry, or impatient? What message do you feel your child will take to bed with them tonight? One of ...
Views: 2353(1 vote) - Do's and Dont's of Nutrition and Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2013 from Stan WrightNutrition And Pregnancy Eating well is one of the most important things you can do you for baby. Healthy eating is important for the health of your baby and should be planned in advance and implemented before pregnancy. Nutritious foods can help you get and stay fertile and are important ...
Views: 883(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Video: on Dating as a Single Parent - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo watch the video click here: Dr. Romance's Dating Guidelines for Single Parents As a single parent, you probably have so little free time that dating seems an impossible task. Yet, single parents are dating in unprecedented numbers, so if you’re looking for another “head of ...
Views: 1911(2 votes) - Effective Praise…How to Guide for Parents! - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Shannon AndersonTired of nagging your kids all the time? Do you feel like no matter how many times you tell them to clean their rooms, the rooms are never cleaned? Worn out from refereeing sibling fights? The answer is easier than you might think—Positive Parenting. Instead of spending your days ...
Views: 1875(1 vote) - Eight Twitter Tips For Parents With Children - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2010 from David PerdewEvery parent should be aware of important Twitter safety tips that can protect their children from potential harm. The Internet can be a dangerous place and this social media website is no exception. There are several things you, as a parent, can do to make sure your children can enjoy ...
Views: 791(1 vote) - Embracing Separation - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It is that time of year when your son or daughter is off to college. It is that moment that makes a parent proud but also a moment that you have been dreading. You can put on a smile to everyone, but deep down you are hurting because they are not close in proximity anymore. Now it is time to ...
Views: 1651(1 vote) - Emotional Intelligence and Toddlers - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 from Wendy McDonnellThis week, I received a couple of questions about toddlers who hit and bite from parents wondering how to teach their youngsters about emotional intelligence. I also received similar questions about teens which I will cover in next week’s blog. I was drawn to the toddler questions when my ...
Views: 4420(1 vote) - Emotional Preparation During Pregnancy to Become a Mother - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Isabel KirkThere are thousands of articles about the physical preparation that a healthy pregnancy requires and very few about the psychological aspects of it. I titled this article “How to emotionally prepare for motherhood” because the psychological changes that start before your become pregnant do not ...
Views: 4926(1 vote) - Empower Yourself to Protect Your Child Against School Bullying - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Barry KarefulAre you capable of protecting and supporting your child when, not if, they are targeted by bullying at school? School bullying shows no clear signs of decreasing anytime soon. Let me tell you how to (1)recognize signs of school bullying, (2)support and protect your child, and (3)avoid emotional ...
Views: 1037(1 vote) - Encopresis - by Encopresis is a medical condition where a child, more often a male, repeatedly has bowel movements somewhere other than the toilet. The condition is fairly common in early childhood and even occurs in some adolescents.
While the disorder usually resolves spontaneously, it can be problematic ...
Views: 3524(1 vote) - Encouragement for Young Single Moms - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Samantha GregoryI have been a single mom for 12 years. I had both of my children outside of marriage and they are from different men. I could be ashamed and for a long time I was. I could barely hold my head up on some days. It seemed like everyone was looking down on me and criticizing me about my life ...
Views: 2705(1 vote) - Equipping Your Children for a Bright Future: 5 Simple Rules - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleyEquipping Your Children for a Bright Future: 5 Simple Rules When we have to be both mother and father for our children in their primary residence it can be a challenge to know how to supply nurture, encouragement, protection and provision in the right measures. Our children will continue to ...
Views: 903(1 vote) - Establishing Paternity - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Maureen C. EddyIn layman's language, paternity is basically being a pops or fatherhood. Technically, a pops contributes half in the genetic makeup of his youngsters. (DNA tests can decide biological paternity.) If an unmarried couple has a child, state laws tend not to necessarily recognize the guy since ...
Views: 770(1 vote) - Every Month Should Be Child Abuse Prevention Month! - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Miss Becka MarschEvery month should be Child Abuse Prevention Month. As a parent educator, mother of three children and former preschool teacher, I am appalled by the growing rate of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment and murders in our country. Why is it that, in a country such as ours, where we are always ...
Views: 1847(1 vote) - Family Gatherings: Fun for Everyone? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Kathy SlattengrenWhen families gather together for a celebration, each participant brings their own history, behavior and expectations. When these different expectations and behaviors clash, the celebrations are often far from the peaceful, loving gatherings depicted in TV holiday commercials! However, when ...
Views: 1521(1 vote) - Father's Day is Coming Up! This Week on Intent, Share With Us Your Father-Related Advice - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAs all of you should know, Father's Day is this Sunday. In celebration of this special holiday, we want to ask all of you here on Intent.com what father-related advice and resources you have to share with the rest of the community. Do you have a list of special father-daughter bonding ...
Views: 642(1 vote) - Father’s Day without Fathers - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2009 from Daryl GreenIntroduction A young child questioned his mother about the character of his father: “Hey Momma! Is it true what they say that Papa never worked a day, in his life? And Momma, some bad talk goin' round town sayin' that Papa had three outside children….” This narrative from “Papa Was A Rolling ...
Views: 1109(1 vote) - Fear Factor or Face the Facts - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from LeAnna BennWill I let fear keep me away from discussing sexual self control with my teen? Such a short word, sex really is a complex topic to discuss. It has frightened parents, schools, government and relationships. The fear, it can really make or break you when action is needed. So, how to manage ...
Views: 2059(3 votes) - Finally, a Real Edible Solution to Picky Eaters! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Emily MorrisFrom this picky eater to YOUR picky eaters, I remember what a hard time I gave my parents at the dinner table. I would hardly eat anything. Especially nothing green. And Meat? Forget about it unless it was chicken. Any parent who has a picky kid not only has a hassle (what to cook? What to ...
Views: 1352(1 vote) - Financial Crisis ... What do we tell our kids? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyWhen the rest of the world is reporting financial doom and gloom, what do our teens think? In a generation which we see more and more young people struggling with hopelessness, is this media frenzy really helping? As parents, especially inside a Complex Family (those who have been touched by ...
Views: 2760(5 votes) - Find a Reliable Babysitter - Your Guide to Getting a Good Sitter - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Sheila HugginsNot everyone has the option of enlisting their family members and friends to watch their children. For those of us that have to find a reliable babysitter, it is hard to know where to start looking for a babysitter. Some of us might lean towards local high school students and others might place ...
Views: 961(1 vote) - Finding Stillness in Parenthood - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhy is it so hard to stay put? Sitting still (even with a thousand thoughts zigzagging in my mind like a school of tropical fish) continues to be one the greatest challenges in my life. But now that I’m a parent, it is even harder, and doubly important, to learn how to be still. Before ...
Views: 602(1 vote) - Finding the Right Single Parent Grant - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Samuel GarciaThere are always opportunities available for those who might have been caught unawares initially in the journey called life. It is never about winning all the time – none of us would be capable of such a feat, not even the best in any industry, sport or discipline. However, it takes the ...
Views: 654(1 vote) - Five Actions to take to prevent your teen from using drugs - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Ugochukwu UcheDrug use is an epidemic; then again the term epidemic might be misleading considering that mind altering substances have been around since the dawn of mankind. As a Professional Counselor, who has spent a significant portion of his career working with teens that have developed a dependency for ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Four Fs To Teenspeak - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Judy GoldmanAll good counselors and therapists learn early on, possibly the most valuable skill they can develop, is to meet their clients where they are. Active listening skills are necessary in order to effectively communicate with everybody, but none more so, than with teenagers. Ask anybody who ...
Views: 1272(2 votes) - Four Ways to Help Reverse Your Teen’s Habitual Patterns of Displaying Borderline Personality Traits - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Ugochukwu UcheIn the field of behavioral health, there is a reason persons under the age of eighteen cannot be diagnosed with a personality disorder, (Axis II). The reason is, with intensive psychotherapy and familial support; young persons have been known to make significant changes to detrimental aspects of ...
Views: 2656(1 vote) - From Good to Great – 5 Simple Strategies for Successful Single Parenting - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleyFrom Good to Great – 5 Simple Strategies for Successful Single Parenting Some single parents have never had the other parent around, so they’ve only ever expected to get on with things alone. However, other single parents have had the experience of being part of a nuclear family and having a ...
Views: 750(1 vote) - Gentle Parenting with Reiki - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2009 from Andrea FriedmannParenting is the most beautiful, awe-inspiring, heart-opening, frustrating, difficult, infuriating endeavor I have ever faced. When Sebastian, my eldest son, was still a tiny infant who had been fussing, crying, and generally expressing dissatisfaction with everything around him for what felt ...
Views: 2634(1 vote) - Get Your Kids Organized with Their Money Early - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Claire McFeeTeaching our children good attitudes toward money from an early age is imperative if you want them to avoid the debt traps so many people fall victim to. This education can start a lot younger than you may think. It comes down to good organization with money, a good attitude to money and good ...
Views: 906(1 vote) - Getting ADHD Children Organized for Back To School - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Sherrie HardyHow can parents help their child do homework if they don’t know what the assignment is or don’t have the materials necessary to complete it? They can’t! Organizational skills are not innate and they are often a particular struggle for ADHD children. Taking time to create and individualized ...
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