Family and Relationships

Overcoming the Challenges of Single Parenting

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Overcoming the Challenges of Single Parenting

Single parent households are more prevalent than ever. According to the United States Census Bureau, approximately 30 percent of children in the United States live with only one of their parents. This means that three out of every ten children lives in a single parent household. This is quite a significant number, and it makes one
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10 Traits That Make a Great Mother

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10 Traits That Make a Great Mother

Every caring mother wants to be the best mother she can be to her child. As a result, we do whatever it takes to provide opportunities that will open not only the child’s imagination, but hopefully doors to future successes in life. We plan play dates, conference with school teachers, chauffeur to and from practices,
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Childhood Obesity – Who is to Blame?

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Childhood Obesity – Who is to Blame?

The percentage of overweight children between the ages of 2 and 19 years has risen from 13% in 1999 to 17.1% today, according to research provided by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Other research suggests that this figure may be a conservative estimate. This information tells us that 12.5 million children
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Sound Advice for New Parents

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Sound Advice for New Parents

When a couple receives the news that their first child is on the way, some greet it with joy and excitement while others are overcome with fear and trepidation. No matter what the initial response, both are about to face monumental changes in their lives and their relationship. These changes, like any others in life,
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