Tag Archives: children

Parents Weigh in on Tiger Moms

by rosemary, February 2, 2011

Amy Chua’s book Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother continues to make waves among women and parenting experts. It’s gotten everyone talking about how to raise children today, in the midst of all the distraction out there. As mothers, we all want the best for our kids, but what does that really mean? The best at academics, the best at music, the best at sports, the best at relationships, the best at self-esteem, the best at balance? Here on our blog, the comments we’ve gotten from you so far are … Continue reading →

Posted in parenting kids | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Elizabeth Edwards: A Source of Inspiration

by phyllis, December 9, 2010

Elizabeth Edwards, diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004, died Tuesday at the age of 61. She often said she wanted to be in control and define her own life, not be defined by cancer or her husband’s affair. After their separation, she figured out a new way of interacting with her estranged husband that was healthy for her children. Because for years she had been preparing them for what was to come. What Elizabeth called her ‘dying letter’ was really a lesson in living. At one point Elizabeth wrote, “The … Continue reading →

Posted in your self | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Reduce Family Stress during the Holidays

by phyllis, December 8, 2010

Although the pictures you see are of Christmas trees, presents and smiling faces, there’s a lot of chatter about the pressures on families during the holidays. How do you make this season as stress free as possible? Try to understand what about the holidays is most significant to you and your family. And then decide to focus on what you want to do, not what you think you have to do. Begin to lay the groundwork for change in your family rituals. Find emotional support. With the challenges of college … Continue reading →

Posted in sandwich generation, your self | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Women in the Sandwich Generation: Begin to Create a Plan for Your Future

by phyllis, November 10, 2010

Are you busy balancing your work and family life, raising kids and caring for aging parents? Although you’re likely making plans for your kids’ college and for your parents’ care right now, you need to also be thinking about what’s next for you. How ready are you? You may want to watch how Jeannie, a 48 year old new mom, is planning for her future. And see how Maryannhas put a long-term care plan in place, so her son won’t be in the stressful position she was as her mom … Continue reading →

Posted in sandwich generation, your self | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment