Parent Influence

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Get With the Times: Things Boomers Still Say That Are Completely Old Fashioned

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Let's be honest; everyone has had that chat with their parents explaining why they can't say certain things anymore... However, that doesn't mean that they will stop. We have all had the experience of telling someone from an older generation that their opinions are outdated and not relevant for the time in which we're living. Sure, not all of their opinions are ridiculous, but … [Read more...] about Get With the Times: Things Boomers Still Say That Are Completely Old Fashioned

Things No One Tells you About Fatherhood

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Being a father is something many of us dream about our entire lives. Yet, after the birth of our children, we are often surprised by how little we know about how to be fathers. Many of us did not have fathers in our own lives to teach us what it was like to be a dad or what role a father plays in his child's life. Even when we were fathers before, it was often in the … [Read more...] about Things No One Tells you About Fatherhood

Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner

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Don't be intimidated by the thought of hosting Thanksgiving dinner. Here are some useful tips to help you host a stress-free holiday meal: If possible, cook the turkey ahead of time and allow it to thoroughly cool before carving. You can store it in your refrigerator or freezer until you're ready to prepare the meal. If you don't have the time to cook it ahead, buy a … [Read more...] about Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner

Tips to Build Your Tribe as a Working Mom

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Working moms know that juggling a career and parenting can be hard. In order to find your tribe, you need to make time for the right people in your life. Finding friends as a working mom is not always easy, but it’s worth it! So how do you make time for these important relationships? Here are some ways to find your tribe as a working mom: Find other moms who work … [Read more...] about Tips to Build Your Tribe as a Working Mom

Family Bonding Activities for Fall Season

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It's officially Fall and we can finally stop talking about the 90 degree weather. Yes! We get to sleep in a few extra minutes before waking up at 6:00 am without sweating throughout the day. While you make your family's favorite pumpkin pie, here are some activities for the entire family (parents and kids) to bond during this Fall season. Collect Ingredients Fall … [Read more...] about Family Bonding Activities for Fall Season

Tips to Be a Happier Parent

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Do you ever feel like happiness is an impossible goal? It can seem that way sometimes. As a working parent, you face many challenges including lack of sleep and stress. These and other factors can make it difficult to maintain the energy it takes for joy and laughter every day. But being a happier parent is not beyond your reach. The following tips will give you a good start … [Read more...] about Tips to Be a Happier Parent