Getting divorced is no fun no matter how you look at it. Even if you end things on peaceful terms, you still have to accept the fact that something you hoped would work out didn’t. It can be even more challenging when you add children into the equation. Getting divorced with kids can be incredibly…

It’s not uncommon for kids who were once extremely successful in elementary school to suddenly struggle with their new workload in high school as a teen. As a parent, it can leave you feeling helpless and you may not know where to begin with helping them. There may even be power struggles as your team…

If you are a new parent, you know just how stressful things can be. You likely encounter new challenges almost every day. Parenting is a learning experience, and there is no rule book or one size fits all. Luckily, people have been having children since the beginning of humanity, so lots of people have come…

If you are a military family, you’re used to making less than ideal situations work. And for many families, allowing each child to have their own room might be ideal. But in some circumstances, sharing rooms is required. So if you have kids who are going to be sharing rooms with one another for the…

Military couples are like civilian couples in the fact that a number of relationships ultimately end in divorce. Being in the military is going to provide more challenges than a civilian relationship would. Living on base can make it difficult to feel like you are ever getting away from work. The beauty of having a…

While you might not agree with every piece of policy that gets passed in America, what almost everyone can agree on is that they are grateful for the sacrifices made by those serving in the military. But despite this appreciation, it can often be hard to know how to best show this appreciation. So if…

Your home’s kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the whole house.  A kitchen represents far more than a good meal.  Your family will make memories, share birthdays, have serious conversations, and great meals in your kitchen.   It’s easy to understand why this room needs a little more forethought weaved into its design. …

A lot of people think that only babies have trouble with night waking. However, many parents are in for a rude awakening (literally) when they realize that kids can have sleep troubles even in their teen years.  Needless to say, kids waking up in the middle of the night can be concerning and downright exhausting.…

Buying a family car may seem like something simple. However, when you’re trying to find the perfect vehicle for transporting precious cargo like your family in, there’s a lot to consider. You’ll have to take into account more than just what the car looks like. You’ll also need to think about a number of other…

In most families, while your kids aren’t legally adults and are living in your home, their expenses are usually covered by the parents. But as soon as your child leaves your home, to go to college, start a career, or otherwise move into adulthood, their financial support will likely be all up to them. So…

People work their entire lives to be able to finally get to the point that they can enjoy their retirement years. It’s a time to slow down and enjoy the pleasures that life has to offer without having to worry about going to work every day. However, without the right amount of planning, you might…

If you find yourself facing a tough financial period, then you’re not the first! Most people, regardless of their income or background, have experienced financial hardships at least once. Living from paycheck to paycheck is stressful enough as it is; however, it can be even more stressful when you have a family to look after. …