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The boundless love a parent has for their child is matched only by their capacity to embarrass them.

Dear Mom
Dear Mom, We didn’t always have the perfect relationship. There were times where I had nothing but disrespect and hate towards you, but you still loved me unconditionally, no matter how mad you were. You showed me what unconditional love is. I’ve learned a lot from you, whether it was how to make Christmas cookies, or to walk away when my love wasn’t reciprocated. You have always been there for me. You’ve been the shoulder I cry on when life gets too much for me. You’ve been the one that I go to when I don’t know what to do. I can’t thank you enough for what you have done, and given up for me.
By B7 years ago in Families
Do You Ever Recover From a Caesarean?
The truth? I think you never recover. I remember when I was growing up, I wondered why my mum always touched the lower part of her tummy, and it was always cold. I often asked, and she said, “it’s always been like that since having you.” I didn’t really think anything of it, but I think that was because I didn’t really understand.
By Kavita The Unlikely Mummy7 years ago in Families
Mother's Day Origin and Traditions
Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May in the United States every year. In 2023, the date is Sunday, May 14. However, that is not the date every year on the second Sunday in May. Mother's Day is also celebrated in many other countries.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Families
An Angel in the Shape of My Mom
Mother's Day 2019. The woman who loves you unconditionally from birth, the one who puts her children before herself, and the one who you can always count on above everyone else. Just telling her your problems makes you feel better, because she always knows how to make it all go away. Even if you fight, you know that she's just looking out for your best interests. Where would I be without my mom?
By Samantha Castro7 years ago in Families
Dear Dad
Dear Dad, You are the first man I have ever loved. You have a place in my heart no one can ever have. You’ve been there for me when I didn’t have the words to ask for your help. You believed in me no matter the day, time, or circumstance. You’ve given up a lot for me to have the life I do. Without you… I truly don’t know where I would be. Your guidance, wisdom, and humor have made me into the person I am today. I envy how you simply don’t care. You have such an easy going, kind hearted demeanor, a trait sometimes I wish I acquired. The way you handle situations with such ease, maturity, and honesty is something I aspire to be able to do without second thought. You always stay the bigger person no matter the circumstances, no matter what your actual opinion is, and that is inspiring. Your generosity and compassion is infectious. Your dad jokes never fail to put a smile on my face, no matter how terrible they are. No words I’ve ever written could ever say how much gratitude, respect, and love I have for you.
By B7 years ago in Families
A Letter to My Father
Sometimes, we can't take back the things that we said or did. Sometimes, we try to understand the reasons we did them. We go through a million and one emotions in a day—maybe even in a couple of hours—but it is almost impossible.
By Danniella Gibbs7 years ago in Families
Oh Man! The Dream Job!
I’ve been a stay at home father for almost three years. I also drive Uber on the weekends to pay for a couple of the household bills. It’s actually really nice to be able to interact with adults for a couple hours a week. Meet new people. It often turns into the same conversation though. That conversation usually ends up at either, “What do you do other than Uber?” or “Do you still cook?” That’s when I tell them I am a stay at home father. There are four typical responses. “Awww,” or “Oh, how nice, that must be incredibly rewarding,” or “That is a job in itself, a hard full time job,” and my favorite, “Oh man, the dream job! Hahaha.” These four responses almost always fall neatly into four categories, all of which are probably pretty obvious.
By Templeton Ferrari III7 years ago in Families
Doula the Daddy: Why Black Fathers Matter
I am a doula and, as such, my work focuses primarily on pregnant and postpartum mothers. However, I assist fathers to be more involved in the process of birth and caring for the newborn. Time and again, black fathers have communicated (verbally and nonverbally) their feelings of being less than fully supported and having their positions, during their partners’ pregnancy, labor, and caring for the baby, usurped.
By Monique Diane7 years ago in Families
Tips to Help Parents Get Out of the House with Children
Times with the family should be memories you and your family will have for a lifetime. But, depending on your lifestyle or plans, it might be easier to make excuses not to go. It has been said that kids steal your heart and your mind. You love them, but they might make it difficult to remember at times. Do not let disorganization and forgetfulness become reasons for skipping family time. Be prepared. Have go-tos ready and waiting to make every potential family outing as effortless as possible.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
Kid’s Birthday Just 'Round the Corner? Hire Bouncy Castle ASAP!
If you are a parent, then you will know that organizing a party for kids is no joke. When it comes to entertaining five-year-olds, things can become quite challenging. Like grown-ups, you cannot expect kids to just turn up at the party, socialize peacefully and enjoy the meal. Neither do kids understand the concept of remaining calm, nor can any of these peaceful activities satiate their never-ending hunger for fun and sheer excitement.
By Lauren Williamson7 years ago in Families
6 Effects of Aerated Drinks on Kids' Teeth
As conscious parents, understanding the effects of your child's food habits is very important. As children, the bright colors, the attractive ads, and of course the freebie toys always attract them to the ‘not so healthy’ sections of the supermarket. While a treat once in a while may not necessarily be bad, consuming such food and drinks regularly will have a severe effect on their overall health.
By Ross Geller7 years ago in Families
How to Help Your Kids with the Many Turns of Life
Growing up can be a very hard thing to do. Your kids will need your help during many different and challenging times in their life. Knowing that your parents are there for you can be a big boost that will build a child’s confidence and raise their chances of success. Once you learn how to help your kids with the many turns of life, it will be easier to feel like an all-star parent.
By Kevin7 years ago in Families