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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.

Life Through a Different Window
Having two children before the age of 21 was never the plan, but a great shift in life regardless. Raising these little humans hasn't been easy and even though there are times when pulling my hair out seems like a great idea, I wouldn't change this life for anything. Just when I thought having not one, but TWO kids was hard enough, the news of my oldest child being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder turned my world upside down.
By Cait Nichole8 years ago in Families
It's OK to Cry, Mama
It's OK, mama. It's OK to cry. It's OK mama, that you didn't get the supper dishes done, and that there are two loads of laundry to be folded. Not to mention the mountain still to be washed.
By Des Muise🌙9 years ago in Families
Raising Capable Children. Top Story - September 2017.
We have become so focused on producing enlightened children that we have forgotten the fundamentals. The goal as a parent isn't to have your child wear the most eco-friendly clothing while munching on kale wrapped asparagus or whatever healthy concoction has dominated their young lives. Our goal as parents is to produce capable adults.
By Amy Jourdan9 years ago in Families
Redefining Family
Family can be fucked up. Or, if you're me, incredibly fucked up. All of my life I have hated family because of my experiences. I never understood how other people were so in love with their family. I didn't understand how people formed healthy relationships with parents. It was beyond my understanding because all I had been exposed to was toxicity. And so in my reality, family became something that in truth, it is not. I still don't know the proper definition, and it's questionable if I ever will, but this is my reality.
By AM9 years ago in Families
Don't Be Afraid to Love Your Kids
Raising kids has always been hard, but lately navigating parenthood is overwhelming with a side of ridiculous. Kids don't come with instruction manuals; we are all learning as we go. When a struggling parent looks for advice these days, they are bombarded with a massive amount of advice and online articles giving opinions on every detail of parenthood, most of the time contradictory.
By Lana Hutchinson9 years ago in Families
Think You're Being Too Tough on Your Child?
Its the end of the day, everybody's fed, the kids are asleep, the house is quiet, and you're reflecting on your day. Parents, has it ever crossed your mind that you might be too hard on your kids?
By Kelsey Cadle9 years ago in Families
Stay-at-Home Mothers or Fathers
Being a stay at home mom or dad is one of the most rewarding things you can do and also the hardest. I say this because there are a number of things that can make this job hard for many mothers in general but easy for some.
By Lakeyia L9 years ago in Families
Discipline
While many people advocate that corporal punishment no longer has a place in today’s modern society, many parents still stand by it. In many cases, it is a tried and true form of punishment while in others it only aggravates the situation making it worse.
By Mary Hunter9 years ago in Families
How to Raise Your Kids: From a 16 Year Old's Perspective
Basically, the reason I'm writing this today is because I'm camping with my family and there's plenty of kids here, most little tiny brats. My mom and I were having a conversation about raising kids, and here's what I took from it (and from every other parent I've seen raising tiny brats.)
By Kyra Wiersma9 years ago in Families
PARENTS: I am Not a Parenting Tool!
Sometimes, one of the most challenging parts about being a parent is teaching your child about those who are different to them, whether your child has a disability or not. While there is no right way to do this, one mother I encountered on the bus home from uni one day found the wrong way to do it.
By Max Fisher9 years ago in Families
Pros and Cons of Cloth Diapers for Newborns
Every little thing that parents get to choose for their kiddos now has more options than ever — formula or breastfeeding, parenting styles, schooling, or even diapers. Among parenting experts, one of the biggest debates in the newborn age group is the use of cloth diapers.
By Rowan Marley9 years ago in Families
How To Talk To Your Kids About Sex
Sex is not a topic parents like to discuss with their kids. In fact, it's often one of the most awkward, cringey conversations that they can have with their kids.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy9 years ago in Families