Shyness is something that many of us have felt or have watched our children experience at some time, especially when relocation forces them to enter a new neighborhood, new school, new everything. Understanding what shyness is and why children are shy is a big key to helping them to feel more comfortable and open up in social situations.

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Two of the harsh realities of life, and the military in times of war, are death and loss. As adults, we know and understand the life cycle, even if it’s something we aren’t comfortable thinking about. But when it comes to children, no matter where they are developmentally, dealing with death or a loss can be a very confusing time.

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Today more than ever, most families are living with distances between them, especially military families. The fact remains that grandparents are an important part of a child’s life, and there are many great ways to grow a close relationship, despite the miles between.

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Many moms yearn for the secret on how to get dad more involved in the day to day care of the kids, especially after returning from deployment. Not only does it give mom time for a break but it shows dad just how special he is and increases his childcare confidence level.

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To paraphrase Bette Davis, pregnancy isn't for sissies. Then again, neither is parenting.

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