It can be difficult, and scary, to re-enter the world of dating after a divorce—and it gets even more complicated when you have kids. Single moms often worry about how to introduce a new boyfriend to the family, or how to assure kids that the new guy isn't a threat. These tips, given by single moms who have successfully navigated the dating world, can help you balance your … [Read more...] about 7 Dating Tips for Single Moms
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7 Tips for Raising Respectful Kids
Has your child ever rolled his eyes while you were talking? Or shrugged his shoulders and said, 'I know, know… yadda yadda yadda.' Do you sometimes feel that they're too 'casual' with you, and talk to you more like you're a friend than a parent? Many of grew up with—and rebelled against—the rule, 'Children should be seen and not heard.' We vowed to cultivate a healthy, open … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for Raising Respectful Kids
5 Ways to Reach Out to Your Teenager
All parents want to have a close, healthy relationship with their kids. But what do you do when your once-affectionate daughter suddenly turns into a sullen teenager? Or, after an ugly divorce, you move out-of-state, and your few custody visits seem strained? The good news is that no matter how 'distant' your kids seem, they really do want to be close to you. The … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Reach Out to Your Teenager
6 Ways to Communicate Effectively with Your Children
Communication is perhaps the most important thing in building a tightly knit family. Parents need to be able to communicate clearly with their children, and children need to be able to talk to their parents without any reservations. Without an open channel of communication, family relationships will not reach their full potential. … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Communicate Effectively with Your Children