What does stress have to do with kids and a messy house? Everything! You have probably seen the television shows with people who hoard things until there is no room left to walk. Well, many of us have messy or cluttered homes now and then and we thank our lucky stars there is … [Read more...] about Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress
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Outreach Tips For Support Groups
Starting a new support group or keeping an established group going can take a lot of energy and commitment. When the doors open you will have already passed out flyers and told a few resources for members that your support group will begin on a specific date but nobody may … [Read more...] about Outreach Tips For Support Groups
Moms Sleep, Then Conquer the World
“Now for a good twelve-hour sleep, I told myself. Twelve solid hours. Let birds sing, let people go to work. Somewhere out there, a volcano might blow. I couldn't stop it. I was going to sleep.” ― Haruki Murakami, Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World Oh the joy … [Read more...] about Moms Sleep, Then Conquer the World
A Better Night’s Sleep Series: 24 Hints
For those people that are struggling with getting a better night's sleep here are some tips to get there: · Keep a regular bedtime schedule. This should be done seven days a week. Go to bed and wake up at the same time each morning. Doing this will help your body get into a … [Read more...] about A Better Night’s Sleep Series: 24 Hints
Jolly K.’s Courageous Contribution
Who is Jolly K. and why does she matter? Born in the late 1940s, Jolly K. was placed in the first foster care home as a young child. From there she would continue to endure physical and sexual abuse until she ran away for the last time as a teenager. To support herself, she … [Read more...] about Jolly K.’s Courageous Contribution
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to