Bonding

First 5 LA: Five Ways to Cultivate Mental Wellness

Dec 26, 2018 | Bonding, Mental Health, Parents, Stress

First 5 LA: Five Ways to Cultivate Mental Wellness

First 5 LA: Five All-Ages Holiday Party Games

Nov 25, 2018 | Bonding, Games and Activities, Parents

First 5 LA: Five All-Ages Holiday Party Games What is more fun than a family holiday party? A family holiday party with all-ages games so everyone has a great time! This year, try some of these fun activities that will appeal to old and young: Cookie Face Race You...

Volunteering as a Family Over the Holidays

Nov 25, 2018 | Bonding, Games and Activities, Parents

Volunteering as a Family Over the Holidays Volunteering is a special way for you and your family to give back this holiday season. As a family, “volunteering” can be as simple as helping out an elderly neighbor or pitching in to decorate a local community center....

Why Thanksgiving and “Thanks-Giving” Are Good for Your Family

Oct 31, 2018 | Bonding, Family Strengthening, Parents

Why Thanksgiving and “Thanks-Giving” Are Good for Your Family Thanksgiving isn’t just about good food – it’s good for your family. For most families, the annual November celebration involves tradition (what would the big day be without a turkey, or your family’s...

Tips for Blended Families

Aug 30, 2018 | Bonding, Family Strengthening, Parents

Tips for Blended Families One in four families is a step-family, and 40% of Americans have at least one step-relative in their lives. In a blended family, balancing the complex needs and wants of kids, parents and step-family members — not to mention exes and various...