Every Friday we try to get together as a family for a dinner, watch a good movie and communicate. This has become a tradition that helps us not to distance ourselves. We used to go to the cafe, but now everything is closed.  ... View more

Yoga has always been quite difficult for me, in addition, I'm afraid to do something wrong. I've seen a lot of videos on YouTube, many say that yoga helped them to become stronger, calmer, and more confident. If you have any recommendations, I would love to read them.  ... View more

Hello! I feel you. As a foster child, I can say that it's not very difficult. My parents went through a bunch of checks and courses before they adopted me, and I have always been grateful to them for that. Love is not divided into "I love mine" and "I love not mine", it's just love. I am sure everything will be fine.  ... View more

It is difficult for us to understand teenagers because not always the way they behave means that you do something wrong. My son is 12, and sometimes he acts like a rebel, tries to run away from home, is rude, quarrels with his younger brother, and with me. This is how his friends behave at school and he wants to be like them. We had a conversation with a psychologist, but he said that the situation needs to be let go. I am scared that things will only get worse. I keep trying to talk to him, but so far it does not help. Your child will certainly understand that you are on her side.  ... View more

He likes this character because he is strong and confident in himself. Everything got better after he saw that the older brother always protects the younger one in the series, and he doesn't watch the series with me anymore. ... View more

Today for self-care I made breakfast and coffee, meditated, had a workout, and read a book. Morning is the most productive part of the day. Unfortunately, I don't always succeed in such a morning. I will add it to my diary to make it a ritual every day.  ... View more

My youngest son is the same. It has never happened with the eldest. The youngest son is very sweet, not conflict, he hates it when others are offerended. If the older son tries to play with him, he inflates his lips and almost cries. We left the situation in the hope that in time it will pass. Now it's better, he is stronger and more confident after talking with friends.  ... View more

Hi! Sometimes I wonder if I do everything right. If I am tired, I can raise my voice. Sometimes I get angry for no particular reason, but I quickly calm down. Nobody is perfect, but I try not to make mistakes. So far my children are small, and I really hope not to make mistakes. You do not have to think too much about it.  ... View more

Hello! I feel you. You need to talk to both your husband and child. We have the same situation when my husband's son arrives. His main argument is "I am not home. He can scatter things, not eat what I cook, be naughty, and quarrel with our children. Even when I asked my husband to talk to him, it did not help. Since it's a quarantine now, they don't see each other, and I am not sure I will allow him to be in my house anymore.  He wants attention, try to put him closer, ask him what he likes to do, what music, books or movies. I am sure he will answer you.  ... View more

Hello! I feel you! Maybe we all are the same, we are always worrying about not doing enough. But I am not sure you have to think like this! We can't be sure that everything will go as we want it, but be kind to yourself, love your children and they will love you back! Let's chat! ... View more

These are very good words! When I look at how my children are not afraid of difficulties, it inspires me. They are very surprised when I get upset about my work, they see no point in being sad. I think we have to learn such things.  ... View more

This is not the first time I read such a story. Perhaps you need to talk to them and find out the reason for this behavior. Teenagers are always like this, so they prove that they are adults. Perhaps, this will pass with age. Don't blame yourself for this.  ... View more

That's so nice that you are carrying about your daughter and you also listen to what she wants! I think you have to talk with her, hear her opinion. I am sure she will be very happy! ... View more

If your son has an iPhone, you can turn on the same function. But isn't it better to talk to him, explain that you are worried about him. We all know it's a hard time now. Or maybe you need to trust him more.  Anyway, there is a program on Android for GPS and you can disguise it as another.  ... View more

Hi! I feel you. I think you need little support for yourself. Why don't you do it? I think that if you pay attention to yourself and get rid of stress, you will immediately feel better. And let there be problems ahead of you, you will cope with them.  I believe that everything will be fine with you. ... View more

Hello, Joanne! I feel you. And I remember myself in my 14 y.o., it was such a hell for my parents. It is good that you are asking for advice, as many people try to simply ignore it. You should talk to the child, but if he does not make contact, try to find out something at school. They are watched, they can give behavioral evaluations. Maybe he does not feel needed or loved enough, or he needs attention or really thinks the way you wrote. Then there is nothing to be done; it is his choice. Be open and try to avoid shouting, you will only give him an understanding that he is right and you are not. ... View more

Thank you for your answer! Yes, I am pretty good! Since it's a quarantine I am sending my time with my boys, 3 and 8 years old. We are playing a board game and reading a lot but have no idea what to do tomorrow.  How are you spending your time? Best wishes.  ... View more

I am glad that I found this post! Practice and persistence is what I try to teach my children. And as it turned out, a bike is a great way to teach them how to achieve their goals. We only faced the fact that children are very impatient and want to be able to do everything at once. Thank you for good advice! ... View more

It's OK to be worrying about what you do. I am the same and you are not alone. I am always afraid to do something wrong or not to do anything. Be more confident, listen to the child, look at the reaction. Support your child and everything will be fine! ... View more

Hello! Nice to meet you here. Better doesn't mean perfect, and this is normal. I like your position. It's a good place to share our experience and I am looking for it too! I hope you will enjoy it. ... View more

Hello! I have two sons, they like to have fun by sending me a lot of voice messages when I am working. I can't be angry with them because they want me to smile more.   I'm happy to find this forum because I still have a lot of questions.  My advice is to listen to your children, be near when they are in bad mood.  The best thing about the weekend is no working and spending time with my best! ... View more

I can't blame children if I myself can spend the evening with the phone, and the first thing in the morning to take the phone in my hands. When I decided to change, I understood that children also follow my example. Try to talk to her quietly, without shouting. What makes her spend so much time on gadgets? Maybe she doesn't get along with her friends or has problems that she is leaving in this way. Or she's just not interested in anything but the phone, then she needs to look for a hobby. I believe you can do it! ... View more

Hello! Had the same situation with my son. He slept only in my arms and immediately reacted if you put him in bed. He started to cry and I had to take him in my arms again. So when he fell asleep on my hands, I played a quiet song and only then put him to bed. I can't sing well, maybe you are better at it.  These repetitions signal relaxation and sleep. The massage helped him just as well.  ... View more