Tag: independence
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My Kids are Taking Charge of Their Own Lunches This Year
Get Pregnant Fast Menu | Parenting By Samantha Parker Updated: Aug. 19, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 27, 2017 The back-to-school season is upon us, and social media is buzzing with images of freshly pressed kids sporting their brand-new shoes. School buses are back on the streets, whisking our little ones away to learn from their…
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Why Wedding Rings Might Be Overrated: A Therapist’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast As a couples’ therapist, I’ve come to a surprising conclusion: wedding rings often hold little significance in the realm of love and fidelity. I remember a time when I wore my ring with pride, never taking it off—even in the shower. It symbolized my worth and commitment. The mere presence of that…
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10 Essential Life Skills Your Child Should Master Before Leaving Home
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of two wonderful boys, I often reflect on the qualities I hoped they would develop—kindness, intelligence, humor, and thoughtfulness. While I feel fortunate that they are thriving academically and growing into decent young men, I’ve come to realize that being a good person and excelling in school are just…
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Bittersweet: The Moment Our Home Became “Accessible”
Get Pregnant Fast “Your love keeps lifting me, keep on lifting higher, higher and higher.” Just last week, I serenaded my son with a little Jackie Wilson while we enjoyed our first ride on his new wheelchair lift. It felt like a slow-motion trust fall, a mix of excitement and apprehension. This was a significant…
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My Desire for More Children Has Finally Ended — For Good
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a proud mother of several children and honestly, I don’t need any more. Between their endless appetites and the chaos they bring, adding another child to the mix just isn’t feasible. Yet, I’ve always been intrigued by those women who seem absolutely sure they’re finished having children. You know the ones…
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Raising Spirited Kids: Challenges and Rewards
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be likened to a workout regime, where some kids are akin to bodybuilders—exuding a stubborn resilience that sets them apart. Spirited children possess an unwavering determination that often feels tenfold stronger than that of their peers. They are experts at resisting the mundane, questioning authority, and pushing every boundary, leaving…
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Why We Chose to Stop Telling Our Kids to “Be Careful!”
Get Pregnant Fast In the early stages of parenthood, my partner and I made a bold decision: we would eliminate the phrase “be careful” from our vocabulary. We even attempted to extend this ban to our entire family, but it quickly became clear that this phrase is ingrained in the DNA of many grandparents and…
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It’s Not My Responsibility to Entertain My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast When I stepped into the role of a parent, I unwittingly signed up for a multitude of responsibilities—none of which came with a manual. As I navigate this journey, I’ve discovered some roles I truly cherish, like Memory Keeper and Cuddle Coordinator. However, there are also plenty of less glamorous tasks, such…
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I Took a Month Off from Family Responsibilities: What I Learned
Get Pregnant Fast After an unexpected complication during what was supposed to be a routine outpatient surgery, I found myself facing a six-week recovery period that left me mostly confined to a bed, couch, or recliner. Under strict orders from my doctor—and due to my limited mobility—I basically didn’t move for weeks on end. Initially,…
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4 Ways Over-Parenting Harms Children
Get Pregnant Fast The impulse to safeguard and nurture our children is a sentiment shared by all devoted parents. However, what many may not realize is that over-parenting can be more detrimental than beneficial for kids. Picture this: parents hovering protectively over their children at the playground, always within arm’s reach. They rush to soothe…