Family Building Basics

Today we live in a society where stay at home moms is undervalued. Why do people look down on stay at home moms? Why is it that some stay at home mothers feel somewhat “ashamed” when people ask...

After an exhausting week running around taking care of children, shopping or working, the weekend is finally here! You're on the ball joints and a little rest will do you good. To take full...

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone manufactured by the pituitary gland in non-pregnant women and by a growing fetus's placenta in pregnant women. Blood tests can be administered to...

There are lots of myths about how to tell if your baby is going to be a boy. Science will tell you they are just that--myths. You can have fun with these wives tales trying to determine if your...

As a parent I know you and your child's parent will not always agree, but I have learned it is so important to be united as parents. Here are some things we have learned along the way.

With rough times for many in this country, it is more critical than ever for families to pull together. There are many activities you can do with your family to draw them closer to each other and...

Children are born amazing, and parents are charged with ensuring that they become amazing adults. This article will guide parents in helping their child to become a valuable member of society.

Many men experience pregnancy symptoms when their partners are pregnant. These symptoms are similar to their partner's symptoms. These symptoms are described as Couvade, or sympathetic pregnancy....

Bringing a new baby into the house is a big deal. Most people try to prepare themselves for long sleepless nights and the needs of the baby, and rightly so. However, one aspect you will not want...

There is no trick to being a good father; however, fatherhood is whatever you put into it. It comes without saying: all men have the potential to be and become great fathers, but not many succeed...

A new baby can make mom and dad become so busy. They are busy until the baby comes preparing their home for the baby. Then when the baby arrives they are busy all over again and tired as well. New...

Its a normal part of life siblings will not get along all the time. It can be even harder when there is a huge age gap between them. Here are some tips to try and keep things at peace and set them...

Of course we all love our children, but if you could become a better parent, wouldn't you? There are several ways to improve your relationship with your children. Here are a few steps to building...

Are some character traits determined by whether we're the first, middle or last child born in our families? According to Alfred Adler, a well-respected Austrian psychologist and a founding father...

As your baby girl is growing, her senses can be developed greatly by playing games. She's constantly observing everything that is happening around her, and can be enriched when her senses are...

Kids are the center of our lives. But it can be hard to find time to spend with them. Every moment of our day is precious and accounted for. When you do have a free moment for the kids make the...

Kids can have very strong opinions of how they feel about their parents. You will want to stay a big part of their lives. Being active in your kids lives is so important these days. To be able to...

Childbirth is a major event for a woman and her family. Through the concept of family planning, childbirth can be delayed, timed or avoided, giving families the opportunity to prepare for a baby...

Getting along with your children isn't as hard as you might think. You don't even need a parent's manual to do so!

It is an effort to have dinner as a family every evening. Establishing this routine will promote a healthy communication throughout the household which can often times be overlooked during the...

Mental abuse, also known as emotional or psychological abuse, can occur in close relationships, including parent/child relationships, marital relationships or sibling relationships. Mental abuse...

Family planning programs are programs to help individuals determine whether, when and how often they should have children. These programs offer educational, medical and social services support....

Children’s minds are like sponges. They will absorb as much as they can. They want to learn. It is exciting and thrilling to learn new things. I will tell you of several things that can...

Naming a baby can be a tricky and painstaking process. Choosing a baby's name means pre-selecting an identity for your child, one that will stick with her for the rest of her life. Most families...

Family planning is method of rationally deciding the size of your family. Using family-planning methods can help decide how large your family should be as well as how long to wait in between...

Parenting is a life-long journey - and it doesn't end after high school graduation. My wife and I established 5 simple rules with our kids when they were very, very young. We posted them on the...

Whether you are a party to a divorce or are not in a relationship with your child's other parent, split custody arraignments can be very difficult for all parties involved. Here are some tips to...

A lot of people can be held back by Luke 12:7 “But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.” A lot of people take this too...

The family meal can be the most important time of day. It gives everyone a chance to reconnect and share their day with each other. Preparing dinner for the whole family doesn't have to take...

The imprisonment of Stacy Duggard is anomalous in our society. The system of torture tempered by tidbits of kindness that results in dependence, obedience, and (love?) is not new at all in the...

Being a new father is one of the best experiences in life, but it can also be a challenging step. There is so much great advice out there. This advice comes from my own experience and the...

Mother-in-laws are notorious for being judgmental, intrusive, and disrespectful to their sons’ wives. Some are surely deserving of their bum rap, but most mother-in-laws are reasonable women who...

Children of all ages can understand the need to take care of our world. To young children, keeping litter off the ground is like picking up toys. As they get older, young people can understand...

One of life’s joys is becoming a grandparent. But where previous generations were comfortable with names like Grandma and Grandpas, this generation of Baby Boomers is not. According to the US...

A maternity grant is a grant offered by the United Kingdom government to a low-income family expecting a baby. It is a one-time payment designed to help pay for the expenses of an upcoming child...

When it comes to naming children sometimes it’s easy and sometimes it’s not. Maybe you and your partner settled on the perfect name the minute he got down on his hands and knees with the ring...

How to be a great step parent. This article will show you the pitfalls and joys of becoming a step parent to your spouses children.

Managing a blended family can be a difficult task. New people and new rules often lead to chaos, confusion and a few hurt feelings. Read below for 5 tips on how to successfully manage the...

We are all trying to tighten up the budget, but how can we still have fun? How can we keep the kids entertained without buying new dvds or videogames? It's time to take a lesson from our past, and...

Once you are pregnant you will be eager to share the news with your friends and family. Part of the fun of announcing a pregnancy is coming up with a creative way to share the information with...

Family planning carries a wealth of benefits for both partners. Such discussions create a forum for laying the ground rules concerning intercourse and birth-control methods, financial...

Saving money while you have kids is really difficult, but there are some easy things you can do to put a few dollars away for the future.

Do you love sales, discounts, and freebies? During these times its hard to raise a family on such a small amount of income! You can save money while raising a child!!! Just have to be smart and...

Every pregnant woman is repeatedly asked the same three questions: "When are you due?" "Do you know if it's a boy or a girl?" and "What name have you picked out?"...

So you’re having twins? Great! When you’re done freaking out, the first step is to assess the circumstances pragmatically and wisely. This means you can’t do it while working out, or while you’re...

Being Super Dad with alive in the flesh birthed kids is one thing, being Super Dad during pregnancy is another. Here are 5 things to ensure when your wife is pregnant to be sure you get closer to...

Are you a first time parent having difficulty with relentless visitors? Endless advice you did not ask for? Everyone trying to raise your baby? Here are a few tips for establishing your little...

Becoming a godparent can be an honor and responsibility. Some new parents formally give godparents legal custody of their child, while for others, the title signifies a religious bond rather than...

Breastfeeding provides a natural delay for the mother's return to fertility, but it should not be a woman's sole contraception method. Other methods are safe and allow women control in family...

A birth certificate is used to enroll a child into school, to prove one's identity for a driver's license, to apply for state benefits and myriad other tasks. If you lose the birth certificate,...