Almost Too Difficult To Watch – “Changeling” (Spoiler Alert)

Beware, mothers. To watch this film is to take a journey into the darkness of a parent’s worst fear. The sanctity of your dreams will be violated and you will find yourself, as I did, checking on your children as they sleep.

Kids and Depression – When Behavior Goes Beyond

Sadness. Depression. Anger. Rage. These feelings that exist on the dark side affect us all at one point or another, but what do you do if you see them occurring in your children? What are the causes? When should you seek outside help?

Sex Offenders – What you need to know

In the summer of 1994, 7 year-old Megan Kanka was lured into a seemingly friendly neighbor’s home to see their new puppy. That neighbor raped and murdered her.

He lived across the street from Megan’s home.

Because of this, Megan’s Law was signed by President Clinton in 1996 which required that all sex offenders register their address when they move and that all states must make this information available to the public. It was a step towards safety that resulted from an unspeakable tragedy but is it enough to keep your children safe?

A Real Life “Back-Up Plan”… Should You Have One?

Given the challenges that being a single mom can bring, what would you do if you want children but are not in a relationship? What are the pros? The cons? Voice your opinion now.

Holy Crazy Content, Batman! Are Comics Still For Kids?

Comics have become much more than limp, soft-paged leaflets filled with colorful capes and crusading heroes. Graphic novels, Manga, and other genre lines have changed the face of comic books as we know it and the resulting viewership is comprised mostly of twenty-something men, not kids. Is there still a place for children in the comic book world and better yet, should there be?

Poll: Have You Been Receiving Your Child Support?

How often do you receive your child support? Always? Every once in awhile? Never? Vote now!

Remodel Your Eating Habits and Take Control!

Do you crave only McDonald’s for dinner? Are you surgically attached to a can of Diet Coke? Clearly, you are not alone. Changing your eating habits is tough, no matter what you weigh. Foods that are loaded with salt, sugar, preservatives taste good and even can give our bodies a feeling of euphoria, albeit a short one. The problem is that once that wonderful feeling ends, we want it back. Now. That’s where our self-control ends and you better believe the food manufacturers are banking on it.

But not for long.

Believe it or not, regardless of your age and eating habits, it’s never too late to get healthy and in control…and here’s how.

5 Simple Steps To Creating (and Sticking To) A Budget

For a single parents every penny counts. Month after month the paycheck rolls in and back out again. In a flash, your money is gone – spent on necessities of course, but is that all? Often, money has a way of disappearing without a trace. How can you track down your missing funds and apply them towards enhancing your life through a savings account or more meaningful spending? By creating and sticking to a budget. Follow these steps to implement a spending strategy that is tailor-made for you.

Poll- What is the hardest part of being a single parent?

Great Family Vacations for Any Budget – Single Parent Style

It’s no secret that truly single parents often have finances to consider. It’s tough enough just making ends meet so it would seem that something as extravagant as a vacation would be out of the question for many families. Also there’s the factor of time. Some employers grant and pay for vacation time, others do not. Take the first steps to determine your budget and time allowances so you can begin the fun phase… planning your vacation!