Tag: life skills
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Yes, I Encourage My Children to Share, and Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s parenting landscape, the concept of sharing has come under scrutiny. Every few months, I come across a parent openly denouncing the idea of sharing, proclaiming that it’s “weird” and discussing the significance of teaching boundaries. While the internet often rallies behind these “anti-sharing” sentiments with enthusiastic reactions, I find myself…
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Adulting 101: A New Era of Life Skills Training
Get Pregnant Fast In a progressive move, a library in Oregon is bridging the generational gap by offering a course dedicated to teaching essential adulting skills. With the demands of modern life, many young adults find themselves lacking basic knowledge that was once passed down through generations. Tasks such as unclogging a sink, changing a…
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Chores Are Mandatory: As Long As My Kids Reside Here, They Will Contribute
Get Pregnant Fast Every day without fail, I find myself reminding my children to complete their assigned chores. Take my son, for instance. He’s responsible for walking our dog after school and dinner. As the dog whines at the door, I nudge my son to take him out. The whining persists, and after a few…
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Grocery Shopping: The Homework We Need to Embrace
Get Pregnant Fast Every parent knows the struggle of trying to pack the perfect lunch for their child, only to have it returned untouched at the end of the day. After countless attempts, I decided it was time for a change. I sent my 9-year-old daughter, Mia, into the grocery store with $14 and a…
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Why Allowing Kids to Make Messes is Essential for Their Growth
Get Pregnant Fast As I observe my three-year-old, Emma, precariously clutching her plate between her unsteady hands, I can’t help but feel a pang of anxiety. She attempts to navigate her way from the dining table to the kitchen, her clumsy movements betraying her inexperience. Inevitably, remnants of her meal scatter across the freshly cleaned…
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You Bet Your Bottom Dollar My Teenagers Will Get Jobs
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I knew raising young children would come with its financial challenges, but nothing prepared me for the expenses of having a teenager. With three teens just around the corner, the thought alone makes me feel slightly dizzy. Here’s a reality check for any expectant parents: start saving long before…