When I was growing up, my family had traditions for each and every holiday. Easter morning always started with a search for jellybeans my parents had hidden around the house. Thanksgiving morning involved a rigorous hike (we needed to earn our turkey dinner!). And I...
Looking for an easy craft for your family that you can send to family and friends to let them know you are thinking of them? Or an easy way to to introduce gratitude to your children? Look no further! This is an easy way to include your kids in decorations for your...
At this point many of us are feeling the fatigue of having children at home all day, every day. Here are a couple of ideas on celebrating Autumn to do with pre-school children and elementary school children. Start by taking a nature walk with your child. This can...
October is Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying is a major issue for children and teens. Many schools have started to take a more serious approach when dealing with bullying, but even so it seems that bullying situations are not accurately identified and sometimes not...
Finding out your loved one is struggling with postpartum issues can lead to feelings of wanting to help, but being unsure of the best ways. Here are some suggestions: Educate yourself on postpartum challenges and take them seriously. Helpful websites include...
Remaining Self-Interested Being a father can be exhausting during normal times. Right now, that point may hit even harder. Nevertheless, I meet many men who feel tension around trying to “not be selfish” and thus deny themselves the self-care that is necessary to...