Gender roles are often in the news but I wonder if we are talking about it enough with spouses and children. Back in May I discussed child discipline and child abuse with a fellow blogger in Scotland after my article Reporting My Husband to CPS Not Once— But Twice. He enjoyed … [Read more...] about Thoughts on Raising Gender-Able Children
Marriage
Avoiding Divorce: Great Tips for Saving a Marriage on The Brink
There has perhaps never been a more difficult climate for marriage than today's climate. With the pressures of jobs, careers, families and finances couples find themselves under increasing demands. The stress of these demands often finds couples internalizing problems that can … [Read more...] about Avoiding Divorce: Great Tips for Saving a Marriage on The Brink
Marriage 101: 7 Bad Habits to Banish From Your Relationship
Successful, happy marriages require work and effort on the part of both partners to remain happy and intact. Yet, too often, couples get caught up in the day-to-day demands of their lives and they forget to nourish the most important relationship in their lives, their marriage. … [Read more...] about Marriage 101: 7 Bad Habits to Banish From Your Relationship
The Reality of Becoming A Better Parent
If you asked your child what things you could do to be a better parent, chances are they would answer you with things like this:Let me eat ice cream for breakfast.Let me stay up later at night.Let me watch as much television and play as many video games as I want.Never make me do … [Read more...] about The Reality of Becoming A Better Parent
Why Positive Body Image is Important
The way you see and feel about yourself is vital to your success and happiness. Attaining a positive body image is important in this process. There are many aspects of your life that are affected by your body image. In such a fast paced, busy world our body image is usually … [Read more...] about Why Positive Body Image is Important
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to