They say it takes a village to raise a child. Parenting requires support. As humans, we are social creatures. However, in the midst of this pandemic, it is hard to get a break and utilize support networks in ways that helped us in the past. No, let me correct that, this is more than "hard." Parenting during this pandemic sometimes feels impossible, especially when we are cut off from our support networks. A lot … [Read more...] about Pandemic Parenting Support: 3 things you can do
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Good Grief: Pandemic Loss
Good grief! "Good grief!" This is definitely a phrase that runs through my head often. Yes, it is meant as a silly phrase to acknowledge frustration or surprise, and yes, there are times throughout the day I am both frustrated and surprised. But now that we are amidst a pandemic, I view this phrase differently. Good, grief. Lately, I've been crying more. Sometimes it's a few tears and other times it's a … [Read more...] about Good Grief: Pandemic Loss