Goals for Single Parents in 2008
Saturday December 29, 2007
I feel as though my "New Year's Resolutions" tend to be similar each year: I'm going to be more "present" with my kids, I'm going to be on top ... Read More
Write a Family Mission Statement
Thursday December 27, 2007
Several of my son's friends received for Christmas the one present he had wanted the most: a Wii. He handled the disappointment well, and I carefully explained that, ... Read More
Intentional Self Care Practices for Single Parents
Monday December 24, 2007
There's no doubt that the holiday season can end up being one of the most draining and difficult times of the year for single parents. That's why you need ... Read More
Don't Be Caught Unprepared on Christmas Eve
Saturday December 22, 2007
When you're working by yourself to make your children's Christmas dreams come true, it can be easy to underestimate the amount of sheer time it takes to put things together, ... Read More
Have Some Spontaneous Fun With Your Kids Over Winter Break
Wednesday December 19, 2007
Looking for something fun to do over the winter break? Try one of these Fun Winter Activities.
And remember: It doesn't have to be an all-day event. Dropping everything ... Read More
Win-Win Holiday Visitation Schedules
Monday December 17, 2007
Are your holiday plans ironed out and finalized? For many single parents, this is the time of year when one of two frustrating things begins to happen: Either ... Read More
Get Your Calendar Ready for 2008
Saturday December 15, 2007
I know it's unorthodox to buy yourself a gift when you're out holiday shopping, but one thing you really do need is a calendar for 2008. There are ... Read More
Breakfast Recipes for Holiday Overnights
Thursday December 13, 2007
Each year, I look for different breakfast recipes to serve on Christmas morning. This year, I'm planning to make Blueberry French Toast, a recipe from About.com's Guide to Busy ... Read More
The Single Parent's Holiday Survival Guide
Tuesday December 11, 2007
Dealing With the Single Parent Holiday Blues
Saturday December 8, 2007
When you find yourself feeling "down in the dumps" around this time of year, what helps you get through it?
Let us know your thoughts by participating in this week's poll ... Read More
Tough Questions to Ask Before the Birth of Your Baby
Friday December 7, 2007
If you're pregnant and anticipate being a single mom, you have a lot of tough questions to think over:
Will the baby's father be involved?Should I give the baby ... Read More
Participate in a 30-Day Guided Journal E-course for Single Parents
Monday December 3, 2007
Do you ever feel like you wish there were someone walking alongside you, cheering you on for this journey of raising your children? While it would be great to ... Read More
Simple Advent Calendars You Can Make With Your Kids
Saturday December 1, 2007
Are you ready to do something creative and fun? It might surprise you how much doing something "mindless" - like a simple craft project - can take your mind ... Read More