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Lisa David Olson

Five shared sons and into her third marriage, Lisa has a lot to say about blended families. Lisa n is a keynote speaker, podcaster, business humorist and trainer. She brags that keeping her ex's as friends helps a lot when she needs big items moved. For two decades she wrote, produced and performed in an award-winning comedy troupe. She also has 2 TEDx Talks released this year.

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Book Review: <i>The Co-Parenting Handbook: Raising Well-Adjusted and Resilient Kids from Little Ones to Young Adults through Divorce or Separation</i>
Lifestyle Reviews & Stuff

Book Review: The Co-Parenting Handbook: Raising Well-Adjusted and Resilient Kids from Little Ones to Young Adults through Divorce or Separation

Vehicles and washing machines come with instruction manuals. Finally, we have a book on co-parenting that is an actual guide on how to work through the raw moments with patience, grace, and respect.

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mom talking to adolescent boy
Health & Safety

The rage: An introduction to puberty in boys

When is the right time to discuss body issues with your sons? There is no single answer. When a teen or pre-teen male has mood changes or asks questions, they are ready to learn what to expect.

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Explaining to your kids when your husband leaves you for another woman

Having to tell your children your husband is leaving you for another woman is hard. Here are some ways to help you get this conversation started.
Lifestyle

COVID Halloween ideas: Halloween in 2021

Having trouble thinking of a costume for Halloween during Covid-19, or how to handle trick or treating? Here are some ideas to keep Halloween safe and fun.

Activities COVID-19

9 emotional regulation books for kids to help handle big emotions

Emotional regulation is a skill that can be learned from early childhood. This list of books is a good starting point if you want to introduce your child to the concept of emotional regulation and remind them that having positive and negative feelings is normal.
Behavior Reviews & Stuff

Smoothie recipes for kids contest winners

These award-winning smoothie recipes for kids will stretch your creativity and nourish your family at the same time.
Diet

14 STEM activity books for kids

Children are curious by nature and enjoy learning through hands-on exploration. Cultivating this love for knowledge at a young age is important for learning later in life. Here is a list of 14 amazing STEM books to help children grow their knowledge through fun activities.
Activities Reviews & Stuff

Cultivating patience in kids via video games

Studies show that kids of today are impatient. Here are some of the best video games that can also teach your child the virtue of patience.
Activities Behavior

Face masks for kids: Should your child wear one?

You may be wondering if your child really needs to wear a face mask. The experts weigh in and give some great ideas for face masks for kids.
COVID-19 Reviews & Stuff

Fostering kids: Joys and challenges of foster parenting

Foster care can be one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of your life. Have you considered becoming a foster parent?
Lifestyle

Whole grains vs. refined grains

We all know whole grains are a better choice, but why? How do we increase our daily intake of whole grains? Read on for the answers to these and more questions.
Diet

Book Review: The Co-Parenting Handbook: Raising Well-Adjusted and Resilient Kids from Little Ones to Young Adults through Divorce or Separation

Vehicles and washing machines come with instruction manuals. Finally, we have a book on co-parenting that is an actual guide on how to work through the raw moments with patience, grace, and respect.
Lifestyle Reviews & Stuff

Latest

Explaining to your kids when your husband leaves you for another woman

Having to tell your children your husband is leaving you for another woman is hard. Here are some ways to help you get this conversation started.
Lifestyle

COVID Halloween ideas: Halloween in 2021

Having trouble thinking of a costume for Halloween during Covid-19, or how to handle trick or treating? Here are some ideas to keep Halloween safe and fun.

Activities COVID-19

9 emotional regulation books for kids to help handle big emotions

Emotional regulation is a skill that can be learned from early childhood. This list of books is a good starting point if you want to introduce your child to the concept of emotional regulation and remind them that having positive and negative feelings is normal.
Behavior Reviews & Stuff

Smoothie recipes for kids contest winners

These award-winning smoothie recipes for kids will stretch your creativity and nourish your family at the same time.
Diet

14 STEM activity books for kids

Children are curious by nature and enjoy learning through hands-on exploration. Cultivating this love for knowledge at a young age is important for learning later in life. Here is a list of 14 amazing STEM books to help children grow their knowledge through fun activities.
Activities Reviews & Stuff
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