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Adjusting to a new reality: tips for single fathers

2/19/2021

 
Please enjoy the following guest post with tips for single fathers.

Jennifer Scott is a single mom who writes about the ups and downs of her mental illness on SpiritFinder.org. The blog serves as both a source of information for people with mental illness and a forum where those living with anxiety and depression can come together to discuss their experiences. Based in Philadelphia, she enjoys traveling, working with animals, and seeking out new friendships and adventures.
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Men and women often emerge from divorce or separation with deep emotional scars and a lack of direction. Where will they live? Who can they turn to for support? How will they maintain financial stability? It’s a frightening, anxious time. For those who have children, it’s often a desperate situation, particularly when financial resources are strained. It’s not unusual for single fathers, whom family court judges are more likely to rule against, to face hardship as they try to care for traumatized children who may not fully understand what’s just happened to their family. Other family problems, such as substance abuse and childhood anxiety, may be exacerbated by a situation that requires stability, not chaos and uncertainty.
ADJUSTING TO A NEW REALITY: TIPS FOR SINGLE FATHERS

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Parents' moving guide: How to do it with kids

2/5/2021

 
Please enjoy the following guest post with tips and advice on helping your kids deal with moving.

Arnold Katz is the Marketing Coordinator at Empire Movers, a fully licensed and insured moving company based in New York City. The professional movers offer a wide range of moving services, including local, commercial, and long-distance moving.

Moving is a big part of life, especially for families, who have to face the many challenges that come with it. Relocating to a new house, neighborhood, and city can be hard for parents, but most often, children see it as a disruptive and difficult experience. Children, especially younger ones, have a harder time coping with all the new things when they are not part of the decision and don't understand why certain events are happening.
PARENTS' MOVING GUIDE: HOW TO DO IT WITH KIDS

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How to include self-care in your life without sacrificing money or time

1/22/2021

 
Enjoy the following guest post about self-care.

Emma Grace Brown has a website called My Life. My Rules, where she writes about her philosophy about life.

Self-care can have tremendous benefits for both your mental health and physical health, but when life gets hectic, which can happen frequently for working parents, it can be easy to shove your well-being to the bottom of your priority list. For overall wellness, it’s important to take good care of your body, mind, and soul daily. Learning to eat right, getting enough sleep, and limiting the use of technology is crucial for a healthy, happy, and long life. Love After Kids invites you to consider these self-care habits as a way to take better care of yourself.
HOW TO INCLUDE SELF-CARE IN YOUR LIFE WITHOUT SACRIFICING MONEY OR TIME

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How to take a kid-free vacation during the pandemic

12/4/2020

 
Enjoy the following guest post about finding downtime without the kids during the pandemic.

Josh Moore created diaperdads.com to not only give credit to all the superhero dads out there, but give them some helpful tips to navigate fatherhood, diapers and all.
HOW TO TAKE A KID-FREE VACATION DURING THE PANDEMIC
Navigating the daily challenges of parenting during a pandemic hasn’t been easy. If you’re feeling a little burned out, you’re far from alone. Parents everywhere have had to make some major changes to the family routine to keep everyone safe, healthy, and happy. A vacation — without the kids! — probably sounds pretty good right now.
 
At Love After Kids, we know how important it is for parents to get away from the little ones every once in a while. While you may not be able to hop on a plane and explore the world, a local getaway could be just what you need to reconnect with your partner and rekindle your spark. Here are some tips to help you plan a pandemic-friendly vacation for two.

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How we're creatively adapting to life during a pandemic

11/20/2020

 
Please enjoy the following guest post by Jennifer Scott of SpiritFinder.org on creatively adapting to the pandemic.

Jennifer Scott is a single mom who writes about the ups and downs of her mental illness on SpiritFinder.org. The blog serves as both a source of information for people with mental illness and a forum where those living with anxiety and depression can come together to discuss their experiences. Based in Philadelphia, she enjoys traveling, working with animals, and seeking out new friendships and adventures.

If there was ever a time the world needed to embrace creativity, the pandemic certainly brought it on. And it’s happening—in a wide variety of ways. Love After Kids knows all this adjustment can be tough, but as they say, necessity is the mother of invention. Read on as we explore some of the lifestyle changes COVID-19 triggered, and some of the interesting ways we are reinventing ourselves in order to handle this new normal.
Creatively adapting to life during a pandemic

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How to Identify and Combat Negative Thinking Patterns

10/8/2020

 
Enjoy the following guest post by Julia Morrissey about the importance of training your brain by identifying and combating negative thinking patterns.

Julia Morrissey is a content creator who enjoys writing on a variety of topics ranging from mental health to animal welfare. When she’s not writing you can find her running in Central Park in New York City or playing tennis.
Our thoughts have a profound impact on the way we feel. It can be especially challenging to remain positive during challenge times, but even in “normal” times it can be difficult to combat negative self-talk. Fleeting or occasional negative thoughts are common, but regular negative self-talk or negative thinking patterns can have devastating impacts on your overall well-being.
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Fortunately, with practice and patience, it’s possible to retrain your brain to think more positively. This post outlines six common thinking patterns to be aware of and offers ways you can retrain your brain.
Retrain your mind

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Cultivating a minimalist mindset

8/18/2020

 
Enjoy the following guest post about cultivating a minimal mindset and how that can serve you and your family especially during these challenging times. 

Gabrielle Gardiner is a writer who is passionate about creating fun, shareable, and informative content. Her background has led her to develop content in the business and lifestyle space, with some of her favorite topics including work-life balance, organization, and mindfulness.

With Fall around the corner, it’s a great time to adopt a minimalist lifestyle to prep your home for the new season of spending more time indoors. For many parents, it can feel like a challenge to clear out the clutter in our lives. It can be especially overwhelming if you approach minimalism with an all-or-nothing attitude. Instead, gradually incorporate minimalist practices into your routine and enjoy the benefits. Making space for what’s most important is extremely rewarding, and your attempt doesn’t have to be perfect. We’re highlighting some pointers to put into practice to live life as a minimalist.
10 tips for living your best minimalist lifestyle

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Affordable Indoor entertainment for hot, wet, and otherwise inside days

7/4/2020

 
Enjoy the following guest post about affordable indoor entertainment on hot summer days.

Josh Moore created diaperdads.com to not only give credit to all the superhero dads out there, but give them some helpful tips to navigate fatherhood, diapers and all.
AFFORDABLE INDOOR ENTERTAINMENT FOR HOT, WET, AND OTHERWISE INSIDE DAYS
As parents, we know that we’re supposed to encourage our children to get outdoors and exercise. But not every day has to be an outdoor day. Whether you’re hunkered inside for a thunderstorm or simply want to stick close to home, there are plenty of ways to keep the kids entertained right under your own roof. Here are some mom-inspired ideas for kids of all ages.

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Honoring some inspiring dads and what makes them special

6/14/2020

 
Enjoy the following Father's Day inspired guest post. 

Gabrielle Gardiner is a writer who is passionate about creating fun, shareable, and informative content. Her background has led her to develop content in the business and lifestyle space, with some of her favorite topics including work-life balance, organization, and mindfulness.
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Signs that your child might have adhd

4/8/2020

 
Enjoy the following guest post about signs to look for that your child might have ADHD.

Miguel Juancho “MJ” Fernandez is Communications and Special Projects Department at Makati Medical Center in the Philippines.

Signs your child might have ADHD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is commonly misunderstood, especially in children. In fact, some people may incorrectly label children who are too loud, unruly, or misbehaving as having ADHD.
 
The US Census Bureau estimates that roughly 7.2% of children worldwide have ADHD, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finding that boys are more likely to be diagnosed with the disorder than girls.
 
What makes this disorder hard to diagnose is distinguishing its symptoms from typical habit patterns in kids. After all, children are typically loud, active, and have short attention spans. The key is being able to draw the line between the two.

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