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The Single Girl: Style Inspiration from Our House Tours
Last week we looked at inspiring homes created by single guys. This week, we're taking a peek at some of the fabulous interiors produced by ladies who live alone. Girls who, like the guys, have taken a no-holds-barred attitude toward designing their homes — resulting in spaces that are creative, exuberant and, above all, highly personal. You go, girls!
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• Kristin's Hollywood Home in the Historical Il Borghese
• Danielle's Small Modern Cottage
• Sabrina Ward Harrison's Creative Space in Silver Lake
• Alexis Johnson's Polished California Condo
• Hilda's Sunny Swedish Highrise
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• Jennifer's High/Low Home in the Hills
• Monica's Handmade Modern Hollywood Home
• Lizzy's Lovely Little Dollhouse
• Corina's Hollywood Glamour on a Budget
• Shelby's Sophisticated Studio Loft
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• Liz's Well-Edited Half of a Durham Duplex
• Liz's Decoration as Meditation
• Cate's Modern Vintage Kit House
• Suki's Gem On The Hill
Fourth Row:
• Angela's Posh Pad
• Lisa's Artistic Time Capsule
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I've seen plenty of house tours that have stacked books 5 feet high. Its one of those ideas that seem great until the first time it falls over, since its probably functioning as a "unique" stand for your fishbowl or antique flea market vase. But I guess maybe this is something for single people without kids?
Please stop with the 'ladies.' Please. We aren't living in the 1950s. And 'girls,' don't get me started. We're women, damn it!
Interesting wall piece ?
I disagree. I have zero problem with "ladies" or "girls" just like I don't mind being included in "guys" or "y'all." It's an interior design website, we needn't be so formal.
1) I loved them all! There's something unique about a single person's home. They tend to flow more and sticking to the same style/theme throughout. They also seem more daring.
2) I don't have a problem with "girls" or "ladies". If "women" was the only word we used to describe someone with ladyparts it would get old, quickly.
Besides I like being 27 and still called a "girl". Just don't call me ma'am.
The "women" have done a wonderful job! I loved everything except for the expletive wall art, but that is just me.
I loved the expletive wall art, but then again, I'm a big fan of Regretsy.
I've been called so many worse things that woman, lady, ma'am, Ms., y'all, and Mrs. are all fine but, being 52, I contradict people who call me girl unless they're elderly. Guys is OK if there's at least one male present, otherwise it's somewhat offensive. It's a personal preference.
The colorful expletive wall art in an office or craft room? Sure, no problem. In an entry way? Not the first impression I want to make.
Don't have a problem with "ladies" at all, but goddammit, calling grown women "girls" has got to stop. Women are so often infantilized it's ridiculous.
ummm wow.. really enjoying the wall art in the one picture.. lol didn't expect that on this site. :P
I like this post. I enjoy seeing what people do with their pad when they don't have to compromise with the design.
So now we have the "f" word turning up on ATNY. Disappointing, really. Why do people feel compelled to design to the lowest common denominator?
Did anyone else notice: the link to Angela's Posh Pad leads to Suki's Gem On The Hill? I really would like to see the right link, the picture looks so nice!
When you bare it all, people don't want to move on to the rest--which might really be more interesting and enticing. Why did you have to start the tour with that completely inappropriate statement?
LOVE IT! Every single inch. Great job!
fuck, lighten up. cute corgi.
Actually, one thing that makes a person turn away from these pages is the long scroll of comments that add up to nothing more than a bunch of snivelers airing their weirdest hang ups. 8^/
I thought it was a corgi. That seems like a really nice breed.
@minnis Thanks for the call-out. The link to Angela's Posh Pad has been fixed. :)
I'm with Jerid on this one, about the wall art AND the cute dog.
Golly gosh, I just want to crowd into her entryway and just be OFFENDED with everyone, don't you?
Are people still clutching their pearls over "Fuck It"? ROFL
@ELFay- (And others) Don't act like it is old fashioned to be offended at the expletive on the wall. "Clutching their pearls?" Acting like people are so ridiculous for feeling differently than you do is way more dis-respectful than being called "ladies."
Personally I am only mildly offended at the statement on the wall. Mostly I just find it dis-tasteful of A.T. to post it as the main photo.
Wow she';s cool! Her wall says "F*CK". Not. Me no likies. IT's dumb and unnecessary. One day not too far from now, she will reminisce about the futility of her wall art. lol.
texaninexile, I want to be called lady lol. By the way, despite the swearing, there s a nice poppy use of color. What a dichotomy...
Yes, well, just wait until a potential employer, landlord, mother-in-law, whomever, is looking for a character reference and comes across this photo, with her smiling primly in front of this offensive word. I doubt I would hire her if she showed such bad judgment in posting a photo like this.
You people are ridiculous.
i call for a boycott against beyonces single ladies
@musikmama, I suspect you've been seeing a lot of Design Within Reach's vertical bookshelf. It may look like a stack of books, but nope!
In any case, yes, this post is about "something for single people without kids" . . . as you can tell from the "single girl" and "ladies who live alone."
Ohhhh, I'm in love with the "fuck it."
'no holds bared' ?? a big Freudian don't you think! 'ladies' is an embarrassing term, people who use it appear naff, awkward and out of touch.


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Your Christmas mantel looks so beautiful! Everything is so perfect together and I love, love your simple stable made of sticks! Happy Holidays!ReplyDelete
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Your mantel is so pretty! Love the creativity you used for the nativity and the banner and sleigh are lovely as well. Thanks for sharing.ReplyDelete
I LOVE this. Can you share the website you found your patterns? And how did you stand them up? I would love to make some. ~MartiReplyDelete
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Doreen, Your nativity is exquisite!! I have two favorites that I put out each year.
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I love your nativity scene! And you are right the birch branches are a perfect addition.ReplyDelete
Wow beautiful nativity scene, so simple and such a statement.
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I, too, am visiting from French Country Cottage. Love your style! Great idea for the nativity! I bought some of that German glass glitter, too! I made some antique book page wreath(s) and glittered a monogram-ish looking letter for the middle (it hangs)...so it can be changed out during the year. Also glittered some dollar store filigree stars and snowflakes...they look super with the chunkier glitter. Thanks for the inspiration!ReplyDelete
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Your DIY nativity is precious! I love it! Beautiful job with styling of everything else as well! SO warm and festive! Thanks for sharing, Doreen!ReplyDelete
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I am in LOVE with your nativity scene! I've heard about this glitter, and you have convinced me to get some and try it!!! I also love your rustic stable against the chalkboard. Classic, elegant, simple...and so lovely! New fan and follower!ReplyDelete
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I have wanted a nativity forever, but could never find the right one in the store. Thanks for the inspiration--this is the most gorgeous one I have seen. Your display is so beautiful!ReplyDelete
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I know just what you mean about finding a nativity scene. You have really inspired me to try my own. Merry Christmas!ReplyDelete
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It's really pretty. I like the silhouettes that you found and how you incorporated the branches into the scene. I had a nativity scene that I loved. But, one year a large picture fell from above the mantle and broke many of the pieces. I've never found another one I liked as well that wasn't astronomically priced. I just may have to DIY a cool glitter one like yours. :) Thanks for the DIY instructions!ReplyDelete
I cannot find your silhouettes. Found many that I do not like. Where did you find yours? Cant make it without them!!!!ReplyDelete
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60 Years Later, 52 Salute an NU All-American
Jerry Minnick became part of vintage Husker football trading cards.
By Randy York
Saturday is Nebraska's annual salute to veterans at Memorial Stadium, and even though the Huskers will recognize each branch of the active military and veterans from foreign wars, one late vet will have his own rooting section perched high atop the North Stadium. Fifty-two members of the late Jerry Minnick's family and extended family will be wearing red Minnick Family Reunion t-shirts with their honored serviceman's #76 on the backs of their shirts and the last name Minnick camped out right above the number.
What a cool way to honor an all-state Cambridge (Neb.) prep fullback who became a 1953 Nebraska football All-American who decided to become an accomplished pilot instead of seriously pursuing a career in pro football. A 1981 inductee into the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame, Minnick died in August of 1996, but his family's passion for Big Red Football continues to burn like a giant bonfire.
Somehow, the football gods were aligned for the entire 52-member family reunion party to sit together for a Husker game that celebrates the 60th reunion season of Minnick's final year as a Cornhusker. Because Northwestern returned a batch of unsold tickets to Nebraska, 50 reunion celebrants will sit in Section 41, Row 80 (Seats 1-27) and Row 81 (1-23) in the North Stadium. Son Steve Minnick and his wife, Brenda, get the honor of sitting in the family seats Saturday. After finishing his playing career and graduating, Jerry bought two season tickets, and the family still maintains Section 5, Row 34, Seats 23 and 24 in his honor. Those 45-yardline seats are absolute treasures for Steve Minnick and his three brothers – Mike, Bill and Jay – and their families.
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Ann Vander Kooi Minnick, Bill's wife, is the Communications Department Chair at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. She helped fill in some blanks for her late father-in-law, who launched his Husker career as a fullback before moving to tackle as a freshman. He became a three-year starter, a First-Team All-America pick of the International News Service as a junior and a co-captain who helped lead Nebraska to a second-place finish in the Big Seven Conference as a senior.
Ann found a letter to her father-in-law from the Los Angeles Times, indicating that the LA Rams planned to select Minnick in the same round of the NFL Draft as the Washington Redskins, but the Redskins were positioned to pick ahead of the Rams. She also found a letter dated in 1954 from the Winnipeg Canada Football Club. Interestingly, Minnick even received a letter from the Chicago Bears in December of 1951, asking him to consider playing for them. The letter mistakenly indicates that Minnick was nearing graduation, even though he had just completed his sophomore season at Nebraska.
Jerry Minnick never returned the Bears' questionnaire form because his focus went beyond a pro football career. He met his wife, Lois, in the hospital where she was his nurse following post-season elbow surgery his senior year at Nebraska. He turned down the Redskins in favor of the military. He joined the Air Force to become a pilot. When he moved to Ashland, Neb., he flew helicopters for the Army Reserves, and then he joined the Air Guards to fly reconnaissance missions in R-F4 Phantoms.
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Prior to living in Ashland, where Minnick coached football and taught school, he ranched with his brother John near their hometown of Cambridge. Later, he became the owner of a Goodyear dealership in Ashland, the same small town between Lincoln and Omaha that produced both an astronaut (Clayton Anderson) and the CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (Jeff Raikes). While orbiting the earth, Anderson once focused in on a Nebraska football game from outer space and even shot high-end digital photos of live Memorial Stadium action. The Raikes name is attached to Memorial Stadium South, the home for Nebraska's best and brightest computer science students.
Now you know the rest of the story. So if, by chance, you happen to see 52 Minnick Family Reunion celebrants outside the stadium Saturday or inside the expanded structure looking down on everyone else, give 'em all a hearty Go Big Red! A proud family of an All-American from more than a half century ago deserves recognition. So congratulate the Minnicks. Make it your own special stadium salute to honor the memory of a military veteran who had three military sons. They'll all be wearing their reunion shirts not only in honor of their dad's contributions to his home state, but also to his country. Memorial Stadium was built to remember people like the Minnicks and every other family who helped pay the price so we can enjoy our sacred football Saturdays.
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Another great column, this one on Jerry Minnick! I grew up in Ashland. Jerry was my Jr. High shop teacher (We would listen to Paul Harvey while making tie holders and spice racks). He and his family lived directly across the street from us. Consequently, the Reece and Minnick kids were pretty close, as were our parents. His passion as a football coach is similar to Coach Erstad's. He was a fiery competitor and demanded the same from his players. I don't think Ashland appreciated his approach until well after he left the position. My dad was on the school board when they hired him and I remember there was a controversy (or two) about Jerry's "style"; maybe a little more intense than what the Bluejay fan base was used to. My dad said it was what Ashland's team needed and stood by him. Jerry was a tremendous family man, friend and neighbor. His tire business did well because he had a great personality and work ethic. He was brutally honest and you always knew where you stood with him. His wife Lois continued in health care in Ashland and was a wonderful caregiver, administrator and consultant even to the very end of her life. Ashland was a better place because of Jerry and Lois. I hope I can run into the kids this weekend to say hi. I remember my dad taking me to the NU Coliseum for Husker basketball games where I would see Jerry's All-American picture above the inside entry (remember those?). I was very proud that I knew him and his family. I still am. These are the traditions of greatness that Nebraskans need to be reminded of and hold onto. Thanks for the article. Bill Reece, Lincoln, Nebraska


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Heading into Thursday night's preseason opener with the New York Jets, Indianapolis Colts third-year quarterback Andrew Luck has a few words of advice for the rookies trying to make the team's 2014 regular-season roster.
Relax. Have fun. It's football.
"Any time there's a game, there's something a little extra going on," Luck is quick to admit. "You feel a good energy, especially with some of the younger guys. It will be their first time playing in an NFL game. It's special."
It hasn't been all that long since the former No. 1 draft pick played in his first preseason game in 2012. He knows how all the first-year players, draftees and undrafted free agents are feeling about finally having the opportunity to play in an actual professional game.
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"That's one thing that Coach (Chuck) Pagano talks about. And you know guys are going to make mistakes and things are going to happen. But what you should not worry about is effort and hustle and desire. And I don't see that being an issue at all. Again, it's a special thing to be in your first NFL game, pre-season or not."
Even a grizzled young veteran like Luck is ready to break away from the training camp scenario and face somebody other than his teammates.
"It's a nice break. You get tired of seeing (defensive end) Cory Redding's 7-foot frame every day," he joked. "Sticking his big paws out. It's a good break, but it's still training camp.
"Coach Pagano creates a good energy around practice. I think that everybody realizes how fortunate you are to be an NFL player, to be practicing and not to take it for granted. You see guys fighting for spots and busting their butts. That's good pressure that put on everybody to perform at a certain level."
Pagano joked recently that only one position in the Indianapolis starting lineup is written in pen at the moment, referring to quarterback with Luck. He said every other position is written in pencil, although several other positions appear to be relatively safe as well.
"There's obviously a little bit of light at the end of the (training camp) tunnel with the preseason game coming up on Thursday," Pagano said.
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The Colts' coaching staff isn't sure how much playing time many of the team's veterans will see against the Jets on Thursday night.
Pagano would like to get some extra work for the team's young interior offensive line, which consists of two second-year players -- center Khaled Hlolmes and right guard Hugh Thornton -- and rookie left guard Jack Mewhort.
"They do have to play. I think we know, obviously, a little more about our tackles then we do the interior," Pagano said. "So it would probably be a fair statement to say that those guys will probably get a little bit more time than the outside guys."
Pagano was asked recently how important it is to have a veteran backup quarterback, like the Colts do with former NFL starter Matt Hasselbeck.
"I wish you wouldn't ask me that, to be honest," he joked. "It's a great luxury. Matt's obviously taken a team to a Super Bowl. He's got a ton of snaps under his belt, a ton of confidence. He's a great leader. So having a guy like that as your backup, we certainly know that we can still, if we've got to use him, we can still go win football games with Matt Hasselbeck."


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The nursery is decorated, the tiny clothes are washed and folded, the hospital bag is packed – and you're eager to begin your new life with your newest family member!
While nothing can quite prepare you for those first weeks of parenthood, there are many practical ways to help ease the transition. After all, taking care of your baby will be a round-the-clock job, and the only way to learn is through observation, education and experience.
Between the feedings and diaper changes, the sleepless nights and unexplained crying spells (Yours or your baby's!), fatigue and stress can quickly take a toll. So before you're officially a parent, take some time to "baby proof" your life.
Take time for yourself and your spouse. The demands of parenthood make it all too easy to focus exclusively on the baby while putting your needs as a couple aside. So you'll feel like you're swimming rather than sinking, make a concerted effort to support one another like a team.
One spouse, for example, could give the other spouse fifteen minutes a day of alone time to decompress, to get some fresh air and to spend a few quiet moments for resting mind and body. As a couple, pray together and talk about the day—after the little one is sleeping soundly. And, as difficult as it is, make it a priority to find a babysitter you can trust. Go on a date as often as you can—even if it is for a cup of coffee. A little time away from the crying and spitting up can help put a harried life back into perspective.
Modify your expectations. After bringing the new bundle of joy home from the hospital, many parents anticipate a peaceful, intimate transition. Yet caring for an infant can be exhausting, emotionally demanding and boring – not to mention incredibly stressful. Lighten up when it comes to housework, phone calls, thank-you notes and errands; your regular routine can wait.
The birth of a baby is, without a doubt, miraculous. Still, this major life change can rattle relationships, emotions and finances. How will you safeguard your marriage against the inevitable distractions, frustrations and busyness? How can you minimize the financial hit while meeting your child's needs? How do you listen to copious amounts of advice without becoming overwhelmed?
Take heart: We're here to offer wisdom and encouragement that'll help you survive and thrive during those early days of parenthood.
Jay and Nancy Gueldner couldn't have been happier when they discovered their first baby was on the way. Both in their 30s, with solid careers and a happy marriage, the Gueldners were confident they could handle their new roles as parents.
"We knew an infant was an enormous responsibility, and we knew it would be a huge life change," Nancy says. "But we had no idea that one little baby could be so all-consuming."
When Robby arrived, it didn't take long for the Gueldners to notice the effect on their marriage.
"I'm sure we neglected each other," Nancy remembers. "We used to have all the time in the world to spend together and nurture our relationship, and then suddenly, the baby was the first priority."
It's no secret that most moms and dads are blindsided by the magnitude of this transition. Indeed, even the most unflappable person can become unhinged following the baby's birth. But what many couples fail to realize is that stress, sleep depravation and emotional exhaustion can seriously damage a marriage.
Studies show that more than half of all married couples experience a decline in marital satisfaction following the birth of a baby. 1Furthermore, most couples report having eight times more conflict in their marriages after the baby joins the family. 2Trouble is, finding time to cultivate your relationship with your spouse – without your little one wailing in the background – isn't always easy.
"So many people told us to leave our son with someone so we could connect as a couple," Nancy says. "But we didn't have family nearby at the time, and we didn't feel comfortable hiring a babysitter we hardly knew."
If a weekend getaway or even a romantic dinner for two isn't realistic, there are other do-able ways keep your marriage on solid footing.
Communicate positively with one another. In spite of the emotional ups and downs common to new parents, make a habit of supporting and encouraging your spouse.
"Jay and I really tried to be kind to each other even when we didn't feel like it," says Nancy.
Scorekeeping, nitpicking and those niggling feelings of jealousy may be normal, but tearing one another down won't go unnoticed. Sharing emotions and coming up with appropriate solutions is a key component to a healthy marriage – now and in years to come.
Make it a priority to spend time together. Whether it's enjoying an evening walk, ordering carry-out after the baby has gone to bed or grabbing a few minutes to talk over breakfast, try to find ways to engage in conversation that work for both of you. It's easy to get hyperfocused on your baby's day-to-day care. Still, having fun together as a couple will create a loving foundation for the whole family.
Maintain an overall sense of team. On top of issues like who will earn what portion of the income and who will do the laundry when, ease the parenting transition by detailing role responsibilities. Nagging one another about who should load the dishwasher – all while the baby is screaming to be fed—will only result in increased irritability. Rather, compromise with one another, maintain flexibility and work through expectations. If each person helps out, then you can avoid resentment and establish a united front early on.
Understand that intimacy changes. It's common for a new mom to experience sadness and frustration at the ways pregnancy, childbirth and nursing have changed her body. Fatigue and sleeplessness further complicate the physical aspect of many marriages. With less time and energy for sexual closeness, it's crucial for husbands and wives to discuss new approaches to intimacy. As unromantic as it may sound, sex can be thoughtfully planned into your schedule. And don't despair: you can rediscover that pre-baby passion.
Remember: Parenting your infant won't last forever. Surely most moms and dads with little ones have heard the well-intentioned advice, "They'll be grown and out of the house before you know it!"
While this may be true, it may not feel like it during those first few years. Nevertheless, you and your spouse will be with one another long after the kids are grown. So in the midst of 2 a.m. feedings and emergency visits to the pediatrician, keep in mind that this is only one stage in your long life together.
Expectant parents often spend months preparing for the arrival of their baby. There are parenting classes to attend, parenting books to read and plenty of steps to baby-proof the house. Then, as soon as the baby is born, there's a whirlwind of activity and unexpected change.
Many new parents underestimate the intense helplessness and stress that accompany this life stage. What's more, according to the American Psychiatric Association, some 85 percent of new mothers display symptoms of mood disturbance, ranging from the blues to postpartum depression. The good news is, most new moms and dads receive support from family and friends that's sure to help ease the transition. With that assistance often comes a deluge of parenting advice. Take a look at these suggestions designed to help your household run more smoothly during those irreplaceable days, months and years.
As an expectant parent, one thing is certain: Relatives, acquaintances and even strangers will assail you with endless stories and advice about child rearing. Trouble is, it's a challenge to know what to believe since no two pregnancies, births or babies are alike. Still, it's all too easy for new parents to fall victim to parenting myths or misconceptions somewhere along the line.
Fortunately, children and parents learn together, and your parenting can change and develop as your child changes and develops. Consider these common parenting myths that'll help put you and your spouse at ease during those early days with baby.
Myth #1: Parenting comes naturally. Your baby arrives home so helpless and dependent—and suddenly, you're not sure if you're up for the job. Then reality sets in. The baby cries when you want him to sleep, and sleeps when you want to show him off. In the meantime, you're exhausted, irritable with your spouse and wondering what it'll take to make your baby happy.
Be encouraged! Adjusting to this whole new way of life can be a challenge for everyone. Keep your expectations in check and remember that your relationship with your baby will deepen. It just takes time and a whole lot of patience.
Myth #2: Your newborn shouldn't cry much after settling in at home. The average newborn cries more than any parent anticipates. Try the old standbys of feeding, diaper changing and swaddling. If your baby continues to fuss, remember that this is not an indication that you're a poor parent!
Even though most infants sleep between 15 and 17 hours a day, it usually happens in fits and starts. The majority of babies sleep for 15-minute to 2-hour stretches before waking up for a feeding. So when you're not accomplishing much on the home front, and you're more drained than you've ever been, remember—this is normal!
Myth #3: Babies should sleep through the night when they're two to three months old. When asked if their infant sleeps through the night, most bleary-eyed parents have the same effusive response: "No!" Babies differ dramatically in terms of when they can sleep all night, and some find this easier than others. Most little ones cry out for comfort or companionship, and don't yet have the ability to fall back asleep on their own.
In the meantime, follow the age-old advice of napping when your baby naps. Resist the urge to use this precious time to catch up on chores. The whole family benefits when Mom and Dad are well rested. While there are differing opinions on how to deal with sleep issues as children grow, one thing is certain: Sleepless nights are a rite of passage most parents experience.
Myth #4: Like it or not, you'll end up parenting like your parents. Simply put, all parents fail. As an adult, we can easily recall a time when our parents let us down, uttered an unkind word or reacted inappropriately. And now that a baby is on the way, along comes the realization that most parenting techniques trickle down from our own moms and dads.
Here's where the work begins, because it does take a conscious effort to break negative childrearing patterns. Are you aware of areas you'd like to be different from your parents? Have you forgiven your parents for ways they fell short while raising you? Do you know any adult mentors you could recruit to be a role model?
As a parent, there will be times when you're not sure what you're doing. But time, practice and experience will help you become the mom or dad you want to be.
Myth #5: Children should come first. Once children enter the picture, spouses are often sidelined. Marriages can take a serious hit when feelings of sadness, anger and jealousy are at the forefront. However, studies show that happy marriages result in happy kids.
Moms and Dads: Invest in each other and don't allow your marriage to flounder. Take the advice of Dr. James Dobson:
"To keep a marriage vibrant and healthy, you simply have to give it some attention. Water the plant, place it in the sunlight, and it will grow. If you put it in a cold dark corner, however, it is likely to die. With a little effort and creativity, you can keep the fireworks in your marriage."1
"To keep a marriage vibrant and healthy, you simply have to give it some attention. Water the plant, place it in the sunlight, and it will grow. If you put it in a cold dark corner, however, it is likely to die. With a little effort and creativity, you can keep the fireworks in your marriage."
Parenthood definitely changes a marriage—but those changes can be for the better.
If there's one topic that raises blood pressures of new and soon-to-be parents alike, it's the financial expense of raising a child.
Maybe you've stumbled across an article detailing the daunting costs of child rearing, from birth through college. Maybe you're concerned about making things work on a modest income. Maybe you're anxious about your lack of financial savvy—particularly when it comes to long-term planning.
There's no doubt about it, money is a huge stressor for most new parents. As Jacey Rury, mother of three points out, "There's probably never a 'perfect time' financially to have a baby. If we would've waited until we paid off this amount or saved that amount, we may never have had kids!"
Certainly there are some unavoidable expenses, but having a baby doesn't have to turn your budget upside down—as long as you resist the urge to buy that chic diaper bag or those teeny-tiny name brand shoes. Just remember: it is doable to provide for your little one without breaking the bank. Here are some money-saving suggestions to keep in mind.
Choose baby clothes wisely. "Unless an infant is premature, I wouldn't recommend buying clothing sized for a newborn," says Jan, mother of four. "Babies grow so quickly that those clothes may only get a couple of wears out of them. A baby can start out wearing outfits sized for a 3- to 6-month old."
Also, avoid the temptation to overdo it on those adorable but very pricey designer duds. Instead, visit yard sales and secondhand stores. It's a sure bet to score high quality items at affordable prices.
Evaluate what you and your baby really need. From elaborate bedding to a variety of strollers to expensive "must have" toys, it's all too easy to shell out thousands of dollars before the baby is even born.
Christine Johnson, mother of two, offers this reminder: "The cute swings and beautiful nurseries and other "stuff" you can buy is not what makes your baby coo and smile."
Practically speaking, all you really need during those early days is a safe place for your little one to eat, sleep and soil lots and lots of diapers.
Don't hesitate to register for gifts. For some, the jury is still out on whether registering for baby gifts is tacky rather than sensible. But let's face it, people are going to buy presents either way—so why not offer a little guidance on the items you need most?
Creating a registry will save you time and money, since it'll cut down on shopping time, and you won't have to visit stores to return unwanted gifts. Plus, this way you won't end up with a closet full of onesies when you were already stocked with a perfectly good supply.
Mom, take care when updating your wardrobe. Of course it's necessary to purchase clothing that'll accommodate your expanding, well, everything.
The challenge is building a temporary wardrobe of items that are well-made, fashionable and inexpensive. Fortunately, many mass-market retailers have caught on to the growing numbers of women who are showing off their pregnant curves. Also, don't be afraid to journey into your husband's closet (his sweatshirts and t-shirts may fit perfectly) and to spread the word to friends and neighbors that you're on the lookout for maternity wear.
Anticipate the cost of delivery. With escalating hospital fees, a range of insurance coverage and a whole host of childbirth methods, expected and unexpected expenses can quickly pile up.
Depending on where you live, the cost of having a baby currently ranges from $6,000 to $8,000 for a vaginal birth, to $10,000 to $14,000 for a caesarean birth. Insurance could cover a lot or very little of the cost. You can save by passing up a private room if there's an extra charge, and checking out free services that the hospital offers, such as complimentary breastfeeding consultations.
Plus, don't forget to ask hospital staff for free product samples, and ask permission to take home any in-room baby-care items. Why let these useful supplies go to waste?
Think long term. If you haven't already assessed your insurance needs and taken steps to write a will, now's the time. Evaluate your life, disability and health insurance coverage. Is everything updated to include all family members? Do you know all your healthcare options?
And you may not like thinking about this, but it's important to have a plan for your children if something should ever happen to you. No matter how large or small your estate, a legal will is essential to designate guardians.
In regards to tackling future expenses (college included), your best budgeting bet is to take stock now and start small. Financially speaking, the baby years may be lean. But staying on top of your finances will pay off in the end.


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