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Where Nadya Suleman Can Find Support
All Nadya Suleman ever wanted was to be a mom: “I longed for certain connections and attachments with another person that I really lacked, I believe, growing up.” She thinks that motherhood cured her depression. But child birth should not be used as a form of self- medication. Knowledge is power. Use it to your advantage. Get information about ways to deal with how you’re feeling – explore the Internet or the self-help section of bookstores. Think about the natural and logical consequences of the decisions you are making. Talk … Continue reading
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Tagged depression, emotional support, Nadya Suleman, octuplets, parenting coach, Sandwiched Boomers, seek help
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What will Tomorrow Bring for the Suleman Family?
The risk of a pregnancy like Nadya Suleman’s is not only to the mother but also for the babies. There are potential physical problems that will need to be carefully monitored over the coming years. There may be psychological issues to deal with as well. Even though Suleman loves being a mom, there are 14 children and only one of her. She can’t do it alone. It’s not possible for her to take care of the emotional needs of that many growing children. The potential developmental delays and learning disabilities … Continue reading
What’s the Story with Nadya Suleman?
You’re Sandwiched Boomers with opinions that matter. Do you want to weigh in on the challenges that Nadya Suleman is facing? She’s the 33 year old unemployed single mother who, last month, gave birth to octuplets conceived through in vitro fertilization. Nadya grew up as an only child and had always dreamed of having a large family. Reporters, pundits and bloggers have called her irresponsible and selfish, as she already has six children under the age of seven at home. They say it takes more than love to care for … Continue reading
Rediscover Your Values and Lift Your Spirits
All week we’ve been writing about the impact of the economic crisis on the day-to-day lives of sandwiched boomers – and what you can do about it. Readers have repeatedly told us they’re tired of turning on the radio or t.v. or picking up a paper and finding bad news. Is your financial situation wearing you down? We’re going to leave you with a new idea to think about. Spring is on the horizon, so how about planting a garden? It takes some person power but not a lot of … Continue reading
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Tagged bad news, bonding, economic crisis, feed the family, gardening, Sandwiched Boomers, Tim Russert, values
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