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Connecting with Your Child as a Single Parent

by Cathy Griffin | Feb 12, 2018 | Parents

By Alexandra Wright Filling the void left by the absent spouse is no easy task for a single parent. You have to go to work to put food on the table, make sure that kids are well taken care of, and still have some time to enjoy life’s little pleasures. In others words,...

Challenges of Raising a Child as a Single Parent & Important Tips to Overcome the Struggles

by Cathy Griffin | Feb 12, 2018 | Parents

By Alexandra Wright Let’s face it; raising a child as a single parent is never walk in the park. It can become quite stressful, if not downright daunting. But, you can take heart knowing that you are not alone; it is estimated that single parents head more than...

Fun Ways to Guess the Sex of Your Baby When You’re Pregnant

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 30, 2018 | Infants, Parents

By Alexandria Wright There’s something wonderful about learning the sex of your new unborn child and it’s natural for parents to get excited. The only bummer is that you can’t find out the sex of your child until you’re 16 to 20 weeks into your pregnancy, but that...

Dads & Crying Babies: HELP!!!

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 30, 2018 | Infants, Parents

By Claudia Bykofsky There are a ton of normal reasons why babies cry, including, of course, the fact that it’s their sole way of “talking.” In fact, we are hard-wired to respond to a crying baby. It’s natural and crucial for your little one’s well-being. But, admit...

Best Ways For Moms to Balance Work & Family

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 30, 2018 | Parents

By Catherine Griffin If you’re among the 40% of American moms who have to juggle a family life and full-time work, then your plate is already full. You might as well take heart in the fact that you’re not alone – it’s estimated that women make up nearly 50% of...

MARRIAGE AFTER BABY: 3 PROBLEMS AND SIMPLE SOLUTIONS

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Infants, Parents, Toddlers/Pre-School

By Mona Williams You and your spouse know that having a baby is going to change your relationship and you prepared for it, but no one ever told you that it’s going to be this much work. The bad news is that you and your spouse are new to the parenting business and in...