By: Kathy Trainor Today we found out that John has a male Kindergarten teacher. Many parents were chatting, saying they were “weirded out” by it – so much so that some are requesting that their child be transferred out of his class. I will be the first to admit that most of the time early learning teachers … More My Son Has a Male Kindergarten Teacher
By: Angela Semeta As we all may know, a divorce or a separation between two parents isn’t easy for anyone, especially the child/children. When my daughter’s father and I decided to go our separate ways it was not an easy decision but we knew that in the end it was the best for everyone. We … More Co-Parenting 101
By: Rachel Ventura To read Part 1 of Rachel’s journey to manage her diabetes, click here. Within the past year, I started experiencing hypoglycemia unawareness, which can happen to people who have had diabetes for a long time. In my case, it has been 20 years. Very scary stuff, especially with two little ones almost always with … More Living With Diabetes, Part 2
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill That pit in your stomach when you lose, or you think you have lost, your child. My 6-year-old son and I were in Target. We had been looking for a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle bracelet for his brother. They didn’t have any in the boy’s department, so as we were checking out, I thought … More Lost
By: Carolyn Coleman Now that my son is 15 years old, he has this idea that he will be driving himself to school as of next school year. The thought of this sends chills through my body. Over the past few months I’ve taken a special interest in watching drivers and the things they do … More Texting and Driving
By: Rachel Ventura In this world filled with technology, I feel truly blessed. I currently have two pieces of technology attached to my body that are helping me survive. Here, let me explain… In the beginning of summer 1992, I was 10 years old and finishing up the 5th grade. Big things were on the … More Living With Diabetes, Part 1
By: Jessica Aldred Admitting something is wrong with your own child is a terribly difficult thing to do. I’m finally at a point where I feel somewhat proud of myself for admitting that I have a child with quite a few ADHD symptoms. While they won’t officially label him or consider medication until he turns … More My Child Has Issues
By: Kathy Trainor Sometimes you may have a taste for BBQ, but can’t get to a smoker. I have an easy way to help you satisfy that craving, and with only 4 ingredients it will be so simple to get your fill. Here’s the recipe: Ingredients: 2 pounds Boston butt 4 tbsp mustard 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar … More Skip the Pit! BBQ Pulled Pork in Your Crockpot
By: Tanya Pimental Many people start their journey towards parenthood with a pet. My boyfriend, now husband, gave me an adorable kitten as a graduation gift not long after we moved in together. Animals are such loyal and lovable creatures. There is a comfort in knowing they are around. Curling up to snuggle a furbaby really does … More Pet Loss
By: Angela Semeta Just last month, my six-year-old was seen by her pediatrician for a routine sick visit. She had a cough and sore throat, along with raspy breathing and fluid in her ears. She was diagnosed with a viral infection that had developed in her chest. Her pediatrician suggested we see an Ear, Nose & Throat specialist because her … More Look Mommy…No Tonsils!
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