Tag: stepchildren
My Family Was Almost Destroyed By My Ex-Husband’s Lies – But...
If you had seen me four years ago, you’d have thought I was living the dream. I was happily married with an adorable three-year-old...
I Was Shocked The Man I Loved Already Had Children –...
“I’ve been married before, and I now share twins with my ex-wife.” The words stung me as they came out of his...
Why My Divorce Was Good For My Children
My children know a girl. Let's call her Lucy. She's an only child, raised by two parents who are approaching their silver wedding anniversary. Lucy...
I Stayed With My Violent Partner For Years, But Finally Found...
I’d been a single mom for six years. After breaking up with a guy I’d been seeing for three months, I went...
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How To Stop Your Kids Being Disgusting
Let’s get real - kids are gross, nasty, disgusting, foul and ill-mannered. They just are. I don’t say any of that to be unkind. Kids...
Ask The Parents – How Do I Potty Train My Daughter?
Potty training. One of the great conundrums of parenting. When is the right time? When is too soon? How do you know...
Alone Together: How Mobile Devices Have Changed Family Time
There is now widespread concern about the amount of time children spend staring at screens – with many people worried about the negative impacts...
How Do We Encourage Our Kids To Make Healthy Food Choices?
There is little more satisfying than the crunch of a good carrot, from a vegetable platter. Or perhaps you’re more inclined to enjoy a...
Something For The Weekend – Chicken And Chorizo Baked Rice
One-pot dishes are great when it comes to feeding a family. This chicken and chorizo baked rice smells delicious as it’s cooking – everyone’s...
All Parenting Is Hard – Don’t Make It Worse By Comparing Yourself To Others
Bored with the debate about parenting styles? Stop for a moment and imagine… Once upon a time, before Pinterest and Instagram and mom forums, there were...