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Three different families from a single mom’s viewpoint

by Daphne | May 30, 2018 | Behavior and Discipline, Family Fun Facts

Bringing a new human life into the world may be an every day event in the grand scheme, but to a young couple it is as new and foreign as moving to the other side of the world. Couples struggle with their identities as life presents new challenges and fazes – college,...

How my misguided mom became my hero – conclusion

by Daphne | Apr 30, 2018 | Behavior and Discipline

Last week I wrote about how my mother’s controlling behavior and her contempt for men drove our family apart. Our family became increasingly fragmented since I was a young girl. By my early teen years, I secretly wished they would divorce; sparing me the burden...

How my misguided mom became my hero

by Daphne | Apr 25, 2018 | Behavior and Discipline

I had a pretty contentious relationship with my mother growing up. She was a child of the 60s and found her identity in the feminist movement… to a fault. She never missed a chance to take a jab at men for suppressing women and ravaging the world in...

I raised a MONSTER!

by Daphne | Mar 6, 2018 | Behavior and Discipline

I have two daughters eight years apart. My oldest recently graduated college and is, unfortunately, back home living with me and my youngest again. HELP!!! She’s driving us crazy!! I’ll admit that Lisa has always been a little temperamental and emotional...

Top 10 baby names from 2017

by Daphne | Jan 30, 2018 | Family Fun Facts

Now that the books are closed on 2017, we like to take a look back at the results and trends of popular names. It’s funny how much the two most reputable sites on the subject vary. Nameberry published their list at the end of November. It’s worth noting...

Baby Clothes: Essential vs Unessential

by Barry | Jan 16, 2018 | Family Fun Facts, Health & Safety

One of the most exciting things for a new mom is buying just the right little dress or onesie for her newborn baby. There’s nothing more adorable than buying the oh-so-cute ensemble that draws out the “Awwws” from family and friends. Having the most fashionable baby...

Baby bedding: The No-Nonsense Approach

by Daphne | Jan 9, 2018 | Family Fun Facts, Health & Safety

Baby bedding is one of those things new parents often struggle with. We want to pick it out ourselves, not have it gifted, as it’s such an important part of our new environment. Our babies must be supremely comfortable — and safe! Oh, but the colors and stitching need...

Easy, Inexpensive Gifts: Christmas Stockings for Family and Friends

by Barry | Nov 28, 2017 | Family Fun Facts

How many Christmas stockings do you make up every year? I have found that Christmas stockings are the ideal gift for both my friends and family. They are relatively inexpensive and at the same time, they are a lot of fun to make up. You can draw on all sorts of ideas...

How to Save Money on Baby Gifts By Planning Ahead

by Daphne | Nov 20, 2017 | Family Fun Facts

Thankfully doctors and midwives are now pretty good at planning what I affectionately call “arrival day”. It’s great for both mom and dad, and if you are a gift buyer, it will make it easier for you as well. In fact, I’ve started to plan ahead for the...

Christmas babies give new meaning to the holidays

by Daphne | Nov 9, 2017 | Family Fun Facts, What's NEW

As a mom, I know Christmas babies are special. If you like, having a Christmas baby is the ultimate gift from Santa. Not only will a Christmas baby make the new mom’s Christmas extra special, this Christmas will also be a unique and cherished memory for the whole...