JayDee VykoukalWhen becoming a parent, we rarely have an intentional desire to be a “neglectful parent.” As parents, we all like to think we’re doing what’s best for our kids. Unfortunately, real life can be different from our expectations. Our past life experiences and current parental circumstances significantly influence our daily interactions with our children—for better…
Mercy KamburaSearching and settling for a child’s name is one of the most fun (and stressful) parts of pregnancy and parenting. There are many things to consider when choosing a name, and the meaning of the name is top of the list. However, language is strange, a name or a word may mean one thing in…
Mercy KamburaYou must have heard the term “default parent” a lot lately, but it’s actually not a new phenomenon. The default parent is the one who’s always the preselected doer of the daily parenting roles. Are you not the primary caregiver at home? Do the kids always turn to your partner for their needs and requests,…
Mercy KamburaGrandparents can be awesome, but sometimes, they aren’t so grand. Grandparent-grandkid relationships can be some of the most enriching and fulfilling family connections. While they often play the role of wise elders and fun companions, not all grandparent-grandchild relationships are positive. How does your interaction with the grandparent in your life leave you feeling? Recognizing…
Mercy KamburaFor many single moms, one of the biggest questions is when to reveal that they’re single mothers when dating. Will it drive away a potential partner before they even get a chance to know them? According to a survey, around half of their suitors won’t stay after they reveal they have kids. Ouch. And the…
JayDee VykoukalWhen Heim Nest popped up in my search results for a new bed, I was admittedly skeptical. Their website feels a bit too AI for me (but what doesn’t these days?). Plus, there are so many cheap memory foam beds on the market these days that I wasn’t sure what could set Heim Nest apart….