What Is FOMO? In simple terms, FOMO stands for “fear of missing out.” FOMO, which was added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2013, refers to that nervous or anxious feeling a person gets when they realize they are not attending a social event either because they were not invited, couldn’t attend, or they just did not feel like going. In general, FOMO causes people to assume that they have a low social rank....
Dealing With Being a Tween If your daughter is just beginning her tween years, or if she’s having trouble making it through these volatile years, fear not. There are tips you can pass on to help her adjust and thrive so that by the time she enters high school, she’ll be well on her way to becoming the young woman you knew she’d become. Puberty Is Normal Puberty is natural (but a bit of a pain!...
The only time you seem to be of any value is when she needs something, which leaves you feeling taken advantage of and no longer appreciated. But rest assured, this scenario is typical for most parent-teen relationships and you are not alone. As a parent, you have done nothing wrong. Why Teen Behavior Becomes Harsh The push and pull you feel with your teen is a normal part of their development....
Reasons to Request a Child Support Modification Generally, the courts will only consider child support modification when there is a substantial change in either the obligor’s income or the child’s need. If you’re the parent who owes child support, you might be considered eligible for a child support modification following a job loss or change in income. On the other hand, if you’re the parent who receives child support on behalf of your child, you might be eligible for a child support modification if your child’s education costs or extraordinary medical expenses have gone up considerably in recent months....
All these expenses are in addition to the cost of gifts given throughout the year, be they birthday, surprise, or holiday-related presents. Though not essential, gift-giving is an ingrained cultural act and a way to demonstrate and celebrate our love, care, and affection for others. These don’t have to be extravagant purchases, but usually, there’s some dollar cost associated with them. Should you be part of a large family with numerous children, gifts suddenly feel more like a burden than the joy they’re meant to be....
Reasons for an Adult Adoption It’s important to note that adult adoption is different from establishing guardianship. Legal guardianship is intended to help safeguard and provide for an adult who cannot care for him or herself. Guardians are able to act for the person for whom they provide guardianship, making legal, financial, and health decisions on the individual’s behalf. Adult adoptions are completed for different reasons: Birth family: An adult adoptee after finding his/her birth family may choose to be adopted by his/her family of origin....
Unfortunately, while spring might have arrived, cold season isn’t over. Plus, spring allergies are upon us, which means we’re about to be right in the middle of sniffle season. If you’re concerned about how to keep your family safe (and clean) this spring, we’re here to help. Here are some tips to keep your kids wearing their masks—even when it’s uncomfortable—so that the whole family can stay safe. Start By Re-Emphasizing Why Masks Are Important Even when your children are sick, it’s important that you stay consistent when emphasizing the importance of wearing a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic....
As parents, this dramatic change has likely worried us. We all want our kids to be happy, and we know that childhood is meant to be shared with friends. Socializing is vital for our kids’ well-being. We see how our kids suffer without their friends, and all want to make their childhoods as normal, stress-free, and as happy as possible. The good news is that the pandemic is not forever....
If you have ever gone looking for bento box inspiration on social media, you have probably come across Jessica Woo (known as @sulheejessica on TikTok). Woo’s TikTok is dedicated to assembling beautiful bento box lunches for her kids. Now, over 5.6 million followers watch along as she begins each video with a soothing, “Let’s make some lunch for my kids.” While Woo has been making bento boxes for five years—her oldest is in fifth grade and has had bento box lunches kindergarten—she never set out to be a social media star....
Being a Hostess at Your Play Date Being a play date hostess can be a scary idea if you’ve never invited a bunch of moms and their friends over to your home before. With a little planning, you can host a play date that’s fun for everyone and easy on you. Be ready when the doorbell rings and your house quickly fills up with moms and babies looking for a fun time....
How You Might Lose Your Identity It’s easy to lose your identity when you become a mom. After all, motherhood is a busy, never-ending list of demands including everything from sleepless nights, diaper changes and dinner-making, to carpooling, homework-helping, and errand-running. In fact, according to Happy Worker’s facts about motherhood, moms stay pretty busy. And when it comes to household chores, laundry alone can eat up a mom’s time. Eighty-eight percent of a family’s laundry is handled by her, totaling more than 330 loads of laundry and 5,300 articles of clothing per year....
Setting up a youth running club requires very little equipment and doesn’t have to cost anything. Expect to spend a few hours on initial set-up then a few hours a week to run or walk with the kids who join. This duty may be shared among several parent and teacher chaperones. You might decide to join up with a national or regional organization (such as Girls on the Run or Just Run) or create your own club....
Baldoni is best known for playing Rafael Solano in the CW’s “Jane The Virgin.” The 37-year-old is also the author of Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity and hosts the eponymous podcast. He lives in Los Angeles with his family. Baldoni has got a full plate. Besides acting and podcasting, he manages his production company Wayfarer Studios and helms family taco night. Something he has not yet done, though, is host a bake sale for the Parent-Teacher Association....
In recent years, the name Karen has been adopted as a meme for entitled white women and has declined in popularity as a result. How Popular Is the Name Karen? The name Karen saw its reign of popularity between 1938 and 1979. It was during these four decades that the name consistently held a spot as one of the top 50 most popular names, remaining in the top 10 between 1951 and 1968....
Whatever your reason happens to be, you can be certain that there are several benefits when children and teens bicycle to school. Students are likely to experience: An increase in their physical activityThe feeling of independence from riding a bike rather than being a passenger in a vehicleLearning how to choose and stay on a routeReducing vehicle congestion in busy school parking lotsMore outdoor timePracticing balance and coordination movements Increased time with you (if you supervise the ride)...
As mentioned, the gear you can get personalized run the gamut—from backpacks to water bottles and even crayons embossed with your kid’s name. Moms (and dads!) have turned to sites like Etsy and Instagram to launch their own business, selling directly and marketing with photos of a certain of-the-moment “aesthetic.” For some parents, it’s incredibly lucrative, especially if you already have a social media following (or the chops to build one)....
Many of these names appear in several variations and spellings. Remember that languages use a variety of alphabets, which can make translating them into English tricky. Grandmother Names From Around the World These names are among those most frequently chosen, likely because they sound familiar and are easy to say and spell. The Phillippines: Lola is the most popular grandmother name. Other names used by Filipinos include names for mother which grandchildren pick up, such as Inang and its variations Nanang and Nanay....
While tracking developmental goals can make even the calmest of parents nervous, identifying developmental delays early is less about identifying problems and more about finding solutions to help your child thrive. Many kids aren’t identified as having a developmental disability until school age. Yet research shows that intervention before this time (known as early intervention) can make a huge difference to a child’s ability to learn new skills. It can also reduce the need for expensive future interventions....
In the 12 months or so since the Omicron variant was first detected, scientists have learned that it spreads more easily than previous variants, such as Delta, and that its symptoms tend to be similar to previous variants. It causes less severe illness and death, and some antiviral treatments are effective. And vaccines help prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Across the board, though, experts are urging everyone—including parents—not to worry too much....
