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Jennifer's Single Parents Blog June 2006 Archive

By Jennifer Wolf, About.com Guide to Single Parents

Going to the Movies This Weekend? Before You Go, Find Out Which Movies are Most Suitable for Young Audiences.

Friday June 30, 2006
At some point, each of us has probably had the experience of taking our kids to the movies and being surprised to see some adult content, language, or violence. ... Read More

This Free Printable Grocery List and Menu Planner Can Help You Save Money Each Week

Tuesday June 27, 2006
Experts recommend that you allocate 18-20% of your total monthly income to the cost of food. However, it's easy to spend much more than that when you're at the ... Read More

Find Out How Divorce Really Affects Kids

Saturday June 24, 2006
Do you worry about how your divorce or separation might be impacting your kids? Wayne Parker, About.com's Guide to Fatherhood, provides insightful information about the impact of divorce on ... Read More

The Weekend is Here! Try One of These Fun and Creative Date Ideas.

Friday June 23, 2006
Looking for something new and different to do on a date? Jeff Cohen, About.com's Guide to Dating, provides a list of the Twenty Best Date Ideas. Cohen's fun ... Read More

Find Out What's On Your Credit Report and Learn How You Can Fix Any Errors

Wednesday June 21, 2006
Are you concerned about what's on your credit report? Have you looked at it recently? Find out how to access your credit report for free and what to ... Read More

When You Think of "Family," Who Comes to Mind?

Monday June 19, 2006
We're quite familiar with phrase "non-traditional family." But who is it that we really consider "family" these days? Is it your blood relatives? The family you grew ... Read More

What's Your Parenting Style?

Saturday June 17, 2006
What kind of parent are you? Find out whether your style is authoritarian, permissive, or authoritative with the Parenting Styles Quiz from Dr. Vincent Iannelli, About.com's Guide to ... Read More

Making Sure Your Joint Custody Plan Works for Your Family

Friday June 16, 2006
More and more families are choosing joint custody. Often, this is an excellent solution for the children and the parents. About.com's Guide to Fatherhood, Wayne Parker, explains five ... Read More

Planning a Party? Follow These Easy Steps for Getting Your House Ready

Thursday June 15, 2006
Are you planning a birthday party, graduation, or other event in your home? Be preprared with How To Prepare Your Home Before a Party from About.com's Guide to ... Read More

Father's Day Can Present Special Challenges

Tuesday June 13, 2006
For many single parents, Mother's Day and Father's Day are wrought with angst and upset feelings. These tips for Anticpating Father's Day can make the occasion easier for you ... Read More

Try Using "Door Openers" to Improve Parent-Child Communication

Friday June 9, 2006
Do you feel like you're talking to a wall when you're trying to convey an important message to your kids? Try using positive language - what About.com's Parenting of ... Read More

Can't Find the Time to Date Again? Read These Helpful Tips!

Saturday June 3, 2006
Making the time to invest in a potential dating relationship is tough when you're busy with work, raising your children, and maintaining the other relationships that are important to you. ... Read More

Thinking of Going Back to School? Apply for Scholarships Today!

Friday June 2, 2006
There are lot of scholarships out there just for single parents! The very first thing you need to do is fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. ... Read More
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