As talked about frequently, raising children as an only parent leaves a lot to be desired. Take it from me, a mom of 4. I have been divorced since my youngest was a year old (14 years). It has not been easy. More >>

I was a school social worker prior to giving birth to our first son, and at the time, my husband and I planned for me to return to work and place our son in daycare... More >>

I am a proud full-time mom of two energetic and happy boys. About two years ago, they got into a yelling match, each escalating so they could get my attention and get the other in trouble. I had a quick idea and just went with it... More >>

During college, I earned my degree and became a pharmacist. When my daughter was born, I cut back to working three days a week. I had a hard time justifying leaving a career that I had only started a few years earlier, even though I knew in my heart I wanted to be with her... More >>

...Recently, I babysat the three-year-old next door so his highly-educated parents could have a date night. When I arrived at their house, the dad had just gotten home, and the mom had picked up their child from daycare and had also just gotten home... More >>

I just got home from shopping and I ripped a Mom apart. I came upon her little girl playing in the aisle with fairy garden accessories, totally alone. More >>

We as a family had a very stressful life when I was growing up. We were poor to the point of going long stints without electricity and water in our house. This financial stress made my dad mean and distant... More >>

...My marriage of 11 years ended violently in November 2011. He left me with a traumatic brain injury and strangle marks on my neck. I'm now a single mom of 3 sons. I had always been a housewife/full-time mom, so I was stressed about getting a job... More >>

My husband of 18 years really impressed me on Christmas Eve. Our youngest son was giving us a hard time and was being a smart mouth. I tried to make him understand he needed to check his behavior, but when that didn't work, his dad stepped in... More >>

Family vacations can be a daunting proposition but rewarding nonetheless. Proper preparation helps ease the journey for kids and parents alike and the tips below will help ensure that your next trip is the best one yet... More >>