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Why Single Women Make Great Parents by Mikki Morrissette
When news hit recently that out-of-wedlock births in the U.S. have climbed to an all-time high, there
was a predictable wailing and gnashing of teeth by some commentators about how bad this is for the
children.
I know hundreds of single women who have become mothers, through conception or adoption. There
are actually tens of thousands of women embracing this choice each year, most in their 30s, but also
increasingly in the late 20s and early 40s. I was 37 when my daughter was born; 41 with my son. In
both cases, I purposely chose motherhood, using a known donor, before embarking on my second
marriage. Read on...
When news hit recently that out-of-wedlock births in the U.S. have climbed to an all-time high, there
was a predictable wailing and gnashing of teeth by some commentators about how bad this is for the
children.
I know hundreds of single women who have become mothers, through conception or adoption. There
are actually tens of thousands of women embracing this choice each year, most in their 30s, but also
increasingly in the late 20s and early 40s. I was 37 when my daughter was born; 41 with my son. In
both cases, I purposely chose motherhood, using a known donor, before embarking on my second
marriage. Read on...
Seven Ways To Ease Kids' Anxiety When You Date
by Michele Germain
When their parents date, it creates anxiety in children and teens. The changes and losses they have
gone through often cause them to feel jealous and insecure. They may become uncooperative,
withdrawn, and rebellious or over attached to you. Each child, depending on age and personality, will
react differently. But it is important to understand that they are struggling with two main feelings.
First, children hold a fantasy that their parents will be reunited so they do not want their other parent
replaced. Second, children fear losing your love and attention and believe they will become less
important.
These strong feelings are seldom expressed openly. Therefore, it becomes critical to be prepared and
act in a way that helps them adjust to their feelings about your dating. Here are seven ways to help ease
their concerns and anxiety. Read On...
by Michele Germain
When their parents date, it creates anxiety in children and teens. The changes and losses they have
gone through often cause them to feel jealous and insecure. They may become uncooperative,
withdrawn, and rebellious or over attached to you. Each child, depending on age and personality, will
react differently. But it is important to understand that they are struggling with two main feelings.
First, children hold a fantasy that their parents will be reunited so they do not want their other parent
replaced. Second, children fear losing your love and attention and believe they will become less
important.
These strong feelings are seldom expressed openly. Therefore, it becomes critical to be prepared and
act in a way that helps them adjust to their feelings about your dating. Here are seven ways to help ease
their concerns and anxiety. Read On...
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