Having been raised by a single mom, and having been a single mom for many years, I understand the time constraints and challenges that impose themselves upon parents, especially single parents. It often feels like we need to transform into super-parents, juggling...
Sleep deprivation and other struggles in the early years are real, and it doesn't take long before bleary-eyed parents of small children ask, "What's the magical age? WHEN does parenting get easier?" As exhausted as you might be right now, there's hope for parents at...
In this day and age of constant connectivity, encouraging mental stimulation and activity in our children is more important than ever. Therefore, parents and teachers should encourage children to exercise their brains in a fun and enjoyable way, even though there is...
Making sure that children do well in school and don’t struggle with their tasks is important for their education. While teachers take the biggest role in educating students, parents also need to actively participate to help their children. While you cannot take over...
A New Year can mean changes to our daily habits, schedules or mental health practices. However, as we emerge into 2023 what if you resolved to be the parent you have always dreamed? This decision could impact your family for years to come, while bringing with it the...
Holiday stress is real for many of us--and it can come crashing down our chimneys with reliable predictability. According to Harvard Medical School, 62% of adults experience "very" or "somewhat" elevated holiday stress levels (source). One of the top holiday...
I remember sitting down on my couch and pulling a pillow on my lap. I was playing with the tassels to try and distract myself. I pushed the pillow against my lips to try and hide my face but I still wanted to make eye contact with my dad. Tears were streaming down my...
Here’s one thing I know for sure: every human being wants to belong. We’re wired for connection and relationship. We want to feel seen, heard, and understood. We desire belonging within family, community, and within ourselves. Nothing severs the opportunity for...
Getting divorced when you have children is challenging no matter what age they are. Just like you have probably never dealt with divorce before, discussing something so serious with your children is probably new territory as well. If you are struggling with how to...
Staying Safe in the Sun with Kids: The summer months are an exciting time for children and their families. From sporting events to beach outings, camping trips to backyard parties – many kids will spend plenty of their summer days outside and in the sun. Before...
What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth is observed each year in the United States on June 19. Juneteenth is short for June 19 – the day in 1865 when 250,000 people in Galveston, TX were told they had been freed from slavery. The holiday was officially declared a federal...
This resource has been made available as part of Dadditude's participation in American SPCC's Trusted Parenting Network and through research and writing by John Badalament of Fathering Together. Let’s face it, in the rough and tumble world of day-to-day...