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The Support Group Experience: How This Lonely Mom Found Friends Who Helped Her Become the Mom She Always Wanted to Be

Submitted by Rita Brhel on 24 October 2024

When my first daughter was born, I was young, newly married, and living in a new city with no friends and no family. Even though my husband was and always has been very supportive, I knew I needed help.

Who gives you the support you need to be the parent you want to be?

It Takes More Than an Apology: What This Mom Has Learned About Navigating Playdate Squabbles

Submitted by Rita Brhel on 18 August 2024

My nearly 3-year-old daughter knows what she wants and wants it "right now, Mama, right now!" She has also been involved in some "push and shove" dialogues with other children. The immediacy of her needs is expressed verbally with as much drama and whine as she can muster and is occasionally punctuated with a push or kick, especially when the other person isn't doing what she wants.

How do you help your child resolve a playdate misunderstanding?