It’s funny being on the other side of things. Having spent my pre-mothering days as a classroom teacher, being on the receiving end of the parent-teacher conference is something I am still getting used to. In talking to some friends who are in other fields, however, many admit to not really knowing what to ask […]
Tag: Relationships
We all need human connection, although we don’t always do our best to cultivate and foster the relationships we value so much. Stable relationships form in infancy. A child’s earliest relationships with caregivers and family members shape her future connections. Read from the Mommybites Relationships archive. From advice for new moms, to marital relations, to relationships within an extended family, you’re sure to find something beneficial.
Four Resolutions to Make Parenting Next Year Even Better
It’s the time of year for reevaluating, looking at our lives and seeing what is and is not working. We tend to say that we will make changes, things will be better, WE will be better – but those thoughts can lead us down a negative road. We are GREAT, but there may be things […]
The Ranch: The Going Got Tough
I silently dubbed this past summer the Summer From Hell. I feel a little obnoxious saying this because it wasn’t completely hellacious, but it was pretty darn close. My normally easy-going son was going through extreme mood shifts and his tantrums had become epic. I was left in tears, feeling completely defeated and fantasizing about […]
What They Already Know
Sometimes, during this chaotic time of year, we are so busy teaching our children about holiday traditions, thankfulness, gift giving and gratitude, we forget to celebrate what they already know. I was reminded of this recently, when I was sent a beautiful video from my friend and co-founder of Stork Films, Julie Meerschwam, which she […]
Tips To Help Children Work Through Their Anger
It is important to start off by saying that it is ok for your child to feel angry at times and to express his or her anger or frustration. Anger is a natural human emotion that everyone, regardless of their age, will feel at times. The important thing is to help your child learn how […]
Not a Creature was Stirring, Not Even a Spouse
For the newly divorced (or even for those in the process), Christmas looms large as a test of the ability to deal with a new reality and the often-painful feelings of change and loss. The holidays are powerful symbols of family life – think of the Norman Rockwell image of a loving and joyous family […]
The Evolution of My Thanksgiving
Ah, Thanksgiving. Whether you love it or try to avoid it, it happens every year. Looking back at my life, I’ve realized I can compartmentalize my Thanksgivings into three categories. First was my childhood, when I was surrounded by my family. I remember Thanksgivings filled with laughter, food, and of course, playing who can grab […]
Bedtime Stories for the Youngest Children of Divorce
Are you having a hard time telling your little one (pre-school through second grade) about your divorce? Are you searching for the right words to explain why your spouse doesn’t live with you anymore? Are you trying to make the changes in your child’s life easier to explain? Often reading about an uncomfortable, emotionally laden […]