Karen Barski
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Posted: March 25, 2022
“She’s such a lucky girl!” is a phrase often heard in reference to a child being adopted by a loving family. But although an adoptee’s fate might be better than a lifetime of abuse, neglect, or need, adopted children could still experience trauma. Finding an adoptive “forever family” means the loss of a biological family and produces many changes.
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Posted: March 24, 2022
Adjusting to life as a new mom is a special milestone, and navigating it brings both joy and nerves. With your life revolving around everything baby, don’t forget to take care of you too. Read on to discover four postpartum tips for new moms that will help you feel empowered and help you to best care for your newborn.
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In today's world, having an eco-conscious mindset and taking action are some of the most important things you can do.
When you're a parent, you have even more of an opportunity to contribute to the greater good of the environment by educating your children. All that's needed is a little nudge to get them headed in the right direction. Here are five tips for raising eco-conscious kids.
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Posted: March 18, 2022
As a new mom, it can be very stressful to bring a baby home and be confident in the day-to-day routine. From feeding to diaper changes and everything in between, there is a learning curve that happens in those first few months home. Bath time is just that, so keep these tips in mind when bathing your newborn.
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Posted: March 18, 2022Categories: Work and Career
Some women choose to stay at home while their children are young. Sometimes it makes more sense financially for the family due to the cost of childcare compared to the mother’s current salary. Others prefer to sacrifice the income of one parent to have more time at home with the kids before they start school. Stay-at-home moms may choose to enter the workforce again once the children are in school or if the financial or marital status changes. Many reasons may influence this decision. For many women who have been out of work for a while, the thought of applying to jobs can be overwhelming. If you are considering going back to work, here are some helpful hints for starting the process and making it a smooth transition.
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Posted: March 11, 2022
Children pick up germs everywhere, especially when they start school. Kids can pass bacteria and illnesses back and forth, often bringing them home to your family. Luckily, there are steps you can take to keep your kids happy and healthy. Here are some things you can do to ensure your children stay in good mental and physical condition.
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Posted: March 11, 2022
If you work at home, you might be wondering what ways you can keep your children busy during a normal workday. This can be challenging for any parent, but working at home can make it extra difficult depending on what you are doing, what ages your children are, and what they have to keep them busy at home. Follow these suggestions to make it easier for them to have fun and stay entertained while you finish up your work.
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Posted: March 11, 2022Categories: Finances
Millions of people around the world have been negatively financially affected by the pandemic, but women especially have lost income through job loss or because they now have fewer working hours. Many women find themselves in dire need of extra cash these days. Luckily, there are plenty of ways women just like you can make money online. Let's break down some great online money-making ideas one by one.
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Posted: March 11, 2022
With the weather warming up, it's time to get back outside. The fields are ready for play, and kids have a lot of energy. Parents may want them to join a team or find an extracurricular activity to keep them busy and help them socialize this spring. It's the perfect time of year to explore the options. The following are six popular spring sports your kiddos may love!
Softball and Baseball
These sports get kids on the field and work on several essential skills. They are about team effort, strategy and physical development, so when you register them with a league, look for children to reap many benefits. The first is fun outside and simply getting to be around others.
You're likely, though, to get a bit more from this experience. Coaches work with kids on keeping their equipment together, talking about how to organize bats, softball gloves and helmets, so they don't
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Posted: March 11, 2022
As a parent, it’s hard to avoid the temptation of buying all the latest gear for our babies — especially if they’re your first. You want to make sure your baby gets everything they need, as well as some of the toys they’ll likely want. However, despite the extraordinary amount of marketing promoting every baby supply as a must, there are certain purchases that are completely unnecessary.