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Are You Suffering From Parenting Burnout?

  “I’m so over this.” “I give up.” “I don’t care.” “Do what you want.” Are you feeling trapped by your life? Do you feel weighed down by the demands and responsibilities that are placed on your shoulders? Do you feel resentful and exhausted; like you can’t ever get a break? Are you impatient? Irritable? Depressed? You may be suffering from …

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How to Teach Children About Consent

What is consent? According to the University of Michigan Policy on Sexual Misconduct by Students, consent is defined as, “… a clear and unambiguous agreement, expressed in mutually understandable words or actions, to engage in a particular activity.  Consent can be withdrawn by either party at any point. Consent must be voluntarily given and may not be valid if a person is …

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How to Survive a Long Road Trip with Kids!

Last year we went on a road trip that was over 1500 miles. We had to make the drive in 4 days with a moving truck, a car, 2 adults, a 4 year old, a 1 year old, and a cat. Preparation and flexibility were key. We also added in a few more challenges (since we needed them and all), and …