March 12, 2017

Link Roundup

Happy Sunday!

Have you had a nice weekend? We sure hope so. We’ve been looking for pockets of time to read these lovely pieces, and wanted to share.

Have a great rest of your day, and we’ll see you this week.

Feeling overwhelmed by your child’s tantrums? Here’s why they happen and how to handle them.

The real faces of child abuse, and how to prevent it.

7 things you need to know about mumps and children.

Television shows that “get” adoption.

How to talk with teens and tweens about adoption.

“Attachment disorders: a call for clarification.”

Are you experiencing post-adoption depression? You’re not strange, and you’re not alone. There are a few resources here to help.

“The first time I lost a parent.”

Why self-care is an important part of parenting. “Being on and at the ready for your children at all times can cause burnout and make things that could be everyday treasures feel like everyday chores. That’s why it’s important that all parents start taking real, regular days off. This could mean asking a spouse to take the day off from an office job and be with the kids, or asking a family member to cover you for a day. Maybe it involves hiring a sitter. One friend of mine and her husband take days off from work together to go golfing while their son is in school. Whatever you need to do, make it happen.”

Balancing parenting and work stress: a guide.