A parent's reflection on finding peace in a chaotic world Okay, let's be real for a second. It's 9 PM. You've just gotten the kids to bed after a marathon day. You collapse on the couch, phone in hand, and within 60 seconds you've scrolled past: heated political arguments from both sides, another policy change that affects families, economic uncertainty, climate crisis updates, and someone's perfect parenting moment on Instagram. Your group chat is arguing. Your family is divided. And you just... can't anymore. You close the app. The Weight You're Carrying Here's the thing nobody prepared us for: parenting in 2025 isn't just about raising kids. It's about raising kids while the world feels like it's constantly on fire. If you're feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, you're not alone. 6 in 10 young adults report feeling overwhelmed by news and events happening in their community, country, and the ...

The Real Cost of Kids' Stuff Summer's over, school is back in full swing, and if you're like most parents, you're still recovering from the financial whiplash of September. Between back 2 school shopping, fall sports registration, new shoes (again), and the sudden realization that literally nothing from last year fits anymore.... AND your bank account is probably looking pretty rough right about now. Yup. Let's circle back to this topic since we're fresh into a new school year, and because honestly, the numbers haven't changed, but maybe your approach can. The average family drops between $16,000 and $36,000 annually per child on basic necessities, depending on where you live. And a huge chunk of that? It hits all at once between August and October. It's not just expensive. It's exhausting . The Back 2 School Breakdown Here's the thing nobody warns you about: back 2 school isn't just about pencils and notebooks anymore. It's a...