Two Worlds: A Mother’s Day Reflection
The shuffle of her house slippers. The sound of her laughter mingled withtears as she laughed at some joke. The flick of her wrist when…
Adult Children
Find posts about adult children on MomLife Today. These articles for moms cover topics on everything from adult kids to parenting adult children, boundaries with adult children, and advice for parents of adults. You may also enjoy our posts under Young Adults and Grandchildren.
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The Best Gift for Adult Children: Freedom
Thanksgiving 2015 was a bit different for our family. My husband Mark and I spent the day without any of our five children. Did it…
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Holidays with Parents and In-laws: Let It Be Good
You’re into preparation mode-shopping, cooking, invitations, fundraisers, junk mail, Christmas cards, special parties. And this is above and beyond the regular stuff on your plate–sports…
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6 Helpful Mother In Law Ideas to Strengthen Your Family
What makes a great mother in law and how can you be a godly mother in law that draws your family closer together? Becoming an…
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When the Stepkids Are Adults: Tips for Connecting with Adult Stepchildren
“I’ve decided to begin some new techniques with my adult stepchildren,” stepmom Nancy shared with me. “I sent an email to my step daughter-in-law sharing how…
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6 Hot Tips for a Successful Family Reunion
Exhausting, exhilarating, bonding, hysterical and oh yeah, did I mention exhausting?? Yes! We just had our annual “Yates Family Reunion.” We have 5 kids, all…
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Stepfamily Suggestions for Weddings, Graduations and Proms, Oh My!
There’s nothing like a wedding, graduation, prom, or special occasion to get the tension taut in a stepfamily. That’s because dreams, family traditions, and high…
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How To Prepare For A Great Empty Nest Marriage
Picture this: your kids have moved out, and it’s just you and your husband living at home. Do you feel a mixture of excitement and…
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4 Reasons Your Friends Will Go See ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’
It’s not news: The reading habits of over 100 million have cannibalized the rest of the publishing world. EL James’s Fifty Shades of Grey has…
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Praying for the Men in Our Lives
I waited as long as I could for Ray to come to bed but sleep overtook me. I knew it was like so many times…
