Thinking back to when I was a kid, I always wanted to buy my mama something special for Mother's Day. Of course, as a kid I had no money, but that didn't stop me from wanting the very best for her. I always envisioned beautiful flower arrangements, smelly perfumes, candies and … [Read more...] about My Mom’s Favorite Mother’s Day Gifts
Managing Stress, Anxiety and Fear
Everybody deals with anxiety and depression, however some people have a difficult time in managing it. As a result, here is a brief list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their most persistent fears and every day anxieties. When facing a current or upcoming task … [Read more...] about Managing Stress, Anxiety and Fear
Meaning-Based Parenting
In the years I've spent working with children who have experienced trauma and loss, there is one mistake I see parents making more than any other. Most parents are far too focused on shielding their children from experiencing difficulties instead of helping children create … [Read more...] about Meaning-Based Parenting
Becoming a Work-at-Home Mom
My heart is bursting with excitement at the idea of finally becoming a MOM for real! Just the mere thought of seeing my adorable baby and cuddling him for the very first time brings tears of joys to my eyes. At the same time, my mind is racing not only with images of taking care … [Read more...] about Becoming a Work-at-Home Mom
Hot Is The New Cool: Benefits of Cooking Lunch for your Kids
We all know that a good breakfast helps you start the day right, but what about the other meals? For kids, who seem to be constantly growing, every meal is important so there are lots of reasons why giving them a hot lunch when they come home from school is a great … [Read more...] about Hot Is The New Cool: Benefits of Cooking Lunch for your Kids
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to