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The best mom movies

The Blind Side

Summary: The story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All American football player and first round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.

Mom’s review: She might have become a mom by circumstance but this story proves that you don’t have to give birth to a child to love and guide him so that he can explore his talents to the fullest and learn to be confident.


This week
My second child doesn’t like school as much as the first

Your eldest loves school and has good grades. Her little brother is not as enthusiastic! How can you encourage the first without discouraging the second?

My child isn't adapting to school

When we take a look at our children's student life, we tend to idealize it. Yet, it only takes a quick trip down memory lane to remember that not everything in school is so fine and dandy. In fact, it was quite hard for us at times, so why do we expect it to be so easy for our kids?

How to: 10 tips to surviving homework

Back to school period hits us all like a ton of bricks. It doesn't just affect your child! We have to help with homework, wash the uniforms, get all the right supplies ready, and the list goes on. Here are 10 strategies to survive the few first weeks and how to get back into the routine.

My child is always arguing!

Your child suddenly starts to refuse whatever you’re offering him overnight and you’re wondering what might have brought on this new behavior?