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Playdate Concerns
The play date host really doesn't need to share all of your values! ... all your own questions about the home and family your child is spending time with. ...
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- Hi, Kristi! Listen, as far as I am concerned, you can never be overly-cautious when it comes to your child's safety and well-being. Like you said, you know NOTHING a...
- I know that it's important to go with you gut, but you also expressed concern that you're overly cautious. So take it a step up and ask the mom your questions. Even ...
- Always go with your gut. There is nothing wrong with calling the mother and explaining that you have not started leaving your child on playdates and would prefer to s...
Teenager Doesn't Want to Attend Church with the Family.
Hi H., Your family sounds amazing, esp. your son who is quickly becoming a man. It sounds like you raised him to have strong values: good for you! ...
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- Hi H., I will give you my 2 cents. I was raised in a christian family, going to church several times per week and went to all private schools, including college. I t...
- H., that's a tough one, but I think you already know the answer in your heart. While you could guilt him into going (a mom thing, not necessarily a Catholic thing as ...
- I just wanted to add from my experience. I had an Italian catholic father so I know the guilt one can put on a child! He didn’t even need to say a word to me and I...
Seeking Family Christmas Traditions
I come from a very large, close family and about 8 years ago, I started the ..... the same values with my children. Enjoy making memories with your family. ...
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- Here are a couple of things we do: 1. Every year I get them new pajamas that they get to open on Christmas Eve so they have new PJs for Christmas morning pictures. ...
- I am a single mom of a 14 year old daughter and a 12 year old son and have been a signle mom for 12-1/2 years. It is a tradition in our family to go Christmas shoppin...
- My hubby actually came up with a great tradition that we have started. Every year we go to Hobby Lobby or a similar craft store and look at thier "charms" everybody g...
Choosing a Guardian?
We don't have any clear-cut family members who could be a guardian to our 15 month ... thing is to have someone you trust who is loving and has your values. ...
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- My husband & I went through this decision last year when our daughter was turning 1. One of my sisters lives here and adores our daughter but has a lot of inherited f...
- I SO understand your struggle! We have put off making a Will for years because of this same situation. There really isn't anyone in our families that we would trust ...
- Congrats for making a will. My husband and i did this when we had kids. Our choice was clear so I don't have any good advice on how to choose but I would not choose ...
Ideas for First Birthday Party-Girl
That is what will stick in their memory, that is what sets a precedence for family values, that is what lays the foundation for them to be connected ...
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- My daughters first 3 birthdays we celebrated at Gymboree, it's an awsome party place for the first birthday. Im thinking about going back for her 5th.
- You could have a princess tea party. Have all the girls dress up as princess or in pretty clothes and the boys could dress up as princes. A friend of mine did this and...
- Most mom's wish they could go back in time and do this after they find the truth in these words. For the first several years, perhaps until they actually go to schoo...
When (And How!) to Talk to Son About the "Birds and the Bees"?
Oct 13, 2009 ... She had a friend whose family values were different and her friend would talk about things she saw her parents doing. So, we left it open. ...
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- If your son likes nature programs and learning about different types of animals and things, the questions will probably arise naturally out of scientific curiosity, an...
- Hi N., I know how hard it is when your kids getting older and It's a very serious step. I am 35, my oldest son is 16 yrs.old. And you know how kids are now, they mor...
- Community Presbyterian Church in Danville having a discussion on this topic coming up soon. I would check their website for more info.
Family Visits Are Not Toddler Friendly
Holidays are FAMILY time and the FAMILY values and traditions are MUCH more importaint than the lil guy taking a nap on time...Also, will be very center of ...
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- Hi A.- I hear your concerns and I agree that they are valid. There has to be a way to find a happy medium, though. Are you able to host part of the holidays at your ...
- I have been thru this, you do what works for you. People will always find a way to talk about you, your beliefs, the way you raise your children, etc. etc, might as we...
- Well, these particular holidays are about family. However, you have your own family now. You are really stressed in anticipation of all that can (and likely will) go w...
Gift for God Parents?
Here are a few ideas that my family has LOVED (even claim they're the best gifts .... gifts of love and many items to help teach children family values. ...
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- We bought a beautiful Godparents poem that was framed and also had a spot for a picture for my sons Godparents. I made sure to take plenty of photos that day and gave...
- I got a picture frame each time for my children's God parents. Then we update those pictures often. If you are close to them it helps keep them connect with the chil...
- N. I have three ideas from www.creatememories.org. The company is actually called Once Upon A Family and the above link is my website. We exist to help create clo...
Going Nuts!
I made the decision to NEVER go back to a corporate job because life is too short and my family and family values are too important for me to sacrifice. ...
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- Hi L.! I'm 49 and mother of an 11 yr. old and also happily married. I worked from home with a bridal business for 9 yrs. and had a crazy schedule and not enough ho...
- I'm a little opposite of you, as i am a working mom, wanting to stay home, but my solution may help you as well. I am a mom of two young children, 5 and 2, and with ...
- Hi, L.! Oh, I would love to meet you! "Time for me" is something too many people are passing up! I am a 38 (just about to turn 39, in June)year old mother of a ...
Are These Appropriate Movies for a 13 Year Old to Watch at School?
Sep 25, 2009 ... that are appropriate for her age and our family decisions I have ..... a conversation with her Talk about the family values you all have ...
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- I watched Glory in the th grade and was very tramatized! It is very gory and a lot of death...I think that I would skip that one. Roots might be another one worth wa...
- I'm not sure about the others, but Glory is not appropriate.
- Dear M., I think all of these movies will be fine for your daughter to watch. I vividly remember in the 70's when the series Roots was on television. We watched it ev...
