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Jennifer's Single Parents Blog August 2008 Archive

By Jennifer Wolf, About.com Guide to Single Parents

Taking Back the Reins With Out-of-Control Kids

Friday August 29, 2008
A reader who calls himself "Together Single Guy" recently added a comment to my post on the show Must Love Kids. Basically -- and I'm politely paraphrasing here -- ... Read More

Does Barack Obama's History Make a Difference to You as a Single Parent?

Thursday August 28, 2008

Back-to-School Readiness Checklist

Monday August 25, 2008
Getting ready to go back to school is about more than new folders, back packs, and lunch boxes. It's also an opportunity for a fresh start, for yourself and ... Read More

New Day and Time for TLC's Must Love Kids

Saturday August 23, 2008
Did you notice that TLC's dating show for single moms, called Must Love Kids, has moved to Saturdays at noon? At first I wondered why they moved it. ... Read More

Debbie Phelps: Positive Press for Single Parents Everywhere

Thursday August 21, 2008
I frequently remind my clients, and the single moms and dads who come into our forum, that children do, in fact, pay attention to the sacrifices you're making for them, ... Read More

Before You Hire a Family Law Attorney

Tuesday August 19, 2008
Think of all the questions you've asked when it comes to your kids' well-being. You've interviewed babysitters, taken the time to get to know the parents of your kids' ... Read More

Make Dinner Without Stopping Off at the Store First

Saturday August 16, 2008
One fairly significant way to save money is to cut down on the number of times you go to the grocery store. Instead of stopping by every few days ... Read More

Reasons to Join a Single Parent Support Group

Thursday August 14, 2008
I truly believe there is strength in numbers. It's amazing, but something as simple as participating in a single parent support group -- whether it's online or in person ... Read More

The Number of Children Currently Living With a Single Parent

Monday August 11, 2008
Let me ask you a question: Do you consider unmarried parents who are living in the same household, raising their kids together, to be "single parents?" I don't. ... Read More

2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek is Underway

Saturday August 9, 2008
What are your thoughts on shared parenting? My view is that as long as both parents are fit to raise their children, they should be equally involved. Note, ... Read More

Living With Your Parents

Thursday August 7, 2008
Have you ever considered moving in with your mom and dad? Clearly, the thought doesn't sit well with every family, but it's an option that has helped many single ... Read More

"Help! My Child Dislikes My Boyfriend."

Monday August 4, 2008

The August Edition of the "All About Parenting Blog Carnival"

Friday August 1, 2008
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