Tag: family communication
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Navigating the Challenge of Childhood Dishonesty: A Parent’s Guide
Get Pregnant Fast When my Aunt Clara offered me her infamous fruitcake this holiday season, I instinctively said yes, even though I secretly dread it. I could easily tell her that the last slice nearly shattered my tooth and left me cursing after I dropped it on my foot while rushing it to the trash.…
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We Need to Vent About Our Kids, But Let’s Keep It Away from Them
Get Pregnant Fast It doesn’t take long after welcoming your little one into the world that you find yourself needing to vent about them. It’s a blend of sharing frustrations with fellow adults and a necessary form of therapy. Sometimes, kids can act like real little monsters, and you’ve got to get it off your…
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The Reason I Apologize to My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Mitchell There I was, in the kitchen, feeling the heat rise not just from the stove but from my own frustration. “I need help!” I shouted, my hands awkwardly encased in oven mitts. “Dinner is ready, and there’s someone at the door!” Yet, silence ruled the house, where six kids…
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8 Utterly Absurd Things Parents Do When Texting Their Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of texting might feel like walking a tightrope for parents. They mean well, but some of their habits can be downright ridiculous. Here are eight hilariously absurd things that parents often do when they attempt to connect with their kids through text. Obsessively Perfect Grammar It’s as if every…
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How to Effectively Persuade Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a challenge, especially when it comes to getting your little ones to cooperate. Here are some creative alternatives to those not-so-productive threats you might find yourself using. Threat: “If you don’t brush your teeth, they’ll turn green and fall out.” Problem: Kids often lack concern for future consequences. Revision:…
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Navigating Conversations About Race and Driving with My Black Teen
Get Pregnant Fast Every morning, my adopted teen daughter, who came to us from Haiti, starts her day with two rituals: scrolling through the latest world news on her phone and asking if I can take her out for a driving lesson. It’s a routine that has become a part of our daily lives. Just…
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Finding the Balance Between Being a Pushover and Choosing Your Battles
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like an endless tug-of-war, especially when it comes to my oldest daughter, Mia. From the very beginning, we’ve had our share of challenges. She mirrors many of my traits, including a strong inclination to challenge authority, which has led to countless disagreements. As my firstborn, Mia became the…