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Kick Start the School Year with a New Habit: Family Meetings 26 Aug 2013 | 01:00 pm
Every September is a chance to press the reset button and do things a little differently than we did last year. That's true for our kids and for us as parents. So think about what you can do to help ...
Tips for Young Widows 25 Aug 2013 | 08:26 pm
Many young widows are tempted to put their own grief on hold in order to focus on their kids' needs. However, one of the things that kids need most when they're grappling with loss is the opportunity ...
How to Get Custody of Your Kids 21 Aug 2013 | 03:21 am
There's no magic formula to ensure that you'll win your child custody case. But there are some things you can do, systematically, to improve your chances -- like printing the forms you need from your ...
How Major Life Changes, Like Divorce, Affect Children of Different Ages 16 Aug 2013 | 02:37 am
Major life changes, like divorce, effect every child and every family differently. At the same time, though, there are some common effects of divorce that you should be aware of, because it's your he...
Where to Find Free Backpacks & School Supplies 11 Aug 2013 | 10:49 pm
Many local community groups are giving away free school supplies to families in need. To find a free school supply giveaway in your area, contact your local school district, Chamber of Commerce, or co...
Organize the Chaos with this Back-to-School Checklist 8 Aug 2013 | 12:37 pm
With Labor Day just a few weeks away, I've got a lot to accomplish before school starts! There are supplies to buy, wardrobes to update, and forms to fill out -- not to mention a few things we'd like ...
Feeling Beat? Push the Reset Button 5 Aug 2013 | 02:04 am
Has "summer madness" begun to set in at your house? It certainly has at mine! It begins will a few relaxed rules. Bedtimes are later, snacks and TV time aren't being monitored as much as I'd like, and...
No Sales Tax Holiday? Save Money Anyway! 2 Aug 2013 | 01:00 pm
Every year I receive e-mails from readers who are frustrated that their state doesn't offer a tax free weekend in time for the annual back-to-school shopping rush. The good news is that there are othe...
It's Child Support Awareness Month. Are You Due for a Modification? 1 Aug 2013 | 01:00 pm
A number of states, including Arizona, California, Maryland, and New York, have officially made August "Child Support Awareness Month" with the hope of: Celebrating parents who pay child support fait...
Knowing When to Bite Your Tongue 30 Jul 2013 | 01:00 pm
One of the benefits of raising your children on your own is having the opportunity to build a really close relationship with them. Whether you're the custodial parent or not, when your kids are with y...
