At your request, dear readers, I am writing to let you know that I am not a perfect parent. Gasp. You ask repeatedly if I ever make mistakes, or raise my voice, or am at a loss for an appropriate response. Yes. All of the above. Daily. This is not my version of the bad mommy diaries. ...
Category Archives: modern parenting
The Myth of the Perfect Parent
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. Where is Dad?
Where do dads turn to brainstorm parenting struggles and celebrate parenting successes? Do they comb websites or book stores to find answers to their daughter's biting issues or son's potty training regression? Or, like in our house, do they turn to the "all-knowing" mother for guidance? I e-mailed
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. Scattered, Smothered, or Covered?
Can we have a little more honesty about parenting, please? Yes, children are amazing and our love for them can be unbearable at times. But, so can our frustration. Are we adequately prepared? Where's our village? Anna Quindlen wonders the same: So why is raising kids the most important job we ...
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. The Right Speed of Parenting
Have you been able to slow down recently? Sometimes it takes a strong intention or family plan to be successful slowing down - turning off computers, leaving laptops closed, turning the Blackberries off, leaving a few errands or chores untouched, skipping the acquaintance's birthday party. It can be a delicate balance so as not ...
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