by Ember Conley | Feb 6, 2021 | Ember Conley, Parenting
The health pandemic has been chaotic. It has wreaked havoc on our daily routines and our sense of being. One way you can return a bit of control to your family (especially with your children) is by volunteering. You will feel empowered after you volunteer....
by Ember Conley | Dec 27, 2020 | Ember Conley, Parenting
Parents across the world have been affected in many ways by the COVID-19 pandemic, but none more so than working mothers. While some parents were able to continue working, many- particularly mothers- faced making some very tough decisions. Put their child in...
by Ember Conley | Dec 2, 2020 | Ember Conley, Parenting
The share of single mothers in the American workforce has increased by four percent since 2015. However, they still face challenges with holding down a job and raising children by themselves. Here are some tips for working single mothers as they juggle multiple...
by Ember Conley | Nov 12, 2020 | Ember Conley, Parenting
The quarantine necessitated by the pandemic caused learning to move from the classroom and into the home. Some children can attend class online. But, in many areas, parents undertake the role of teacher. Families might consider engaging in various activities to keep...
by Ember Conley | Oct 1, 2020 | Ember Conley, Parenting
The pandemic has affected everyone in some way, but the so-called “sandwich generation”- those between the ages of 30-60, seem to be feeling the effects even more. This generation is tasked with the difficult burden of supporting both the younger...
by Ember Conley | Sep 8, 2020 | Ember Conley, Parenting
Understanding how to keep children calm during the COVID-19 crisis matters because it is hard on adults, but the difficulty increases even more for children. They don’t have the understanding of adults that can help them to cope with it. What can parents do that...
