On Same-Sex Marriage - A Look at Children Raised In The LGBT Community

Often, questions are raised about the children who are raised in gay marriages during discussions about the recently passed decision of the US Supreme Court legalizing same-sex marriage across the country. So I was intrigued when I came across this infographic that attempts to answer some of these questions in a scientific manner. Check it our below...

One Month Before The Wedding? Here's Your Essential Checklist

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It seems like only a minute since he was down on one knee, offering you a diamond ring! The months fly by, and you’re only a few weeks away from the biggest day of your life. One month before the wedding is when the nerves start to kick in. It’s when the stress starts to build up, as everything must come together perfectly.

How To Start an Exercise Regime After Pregnancy

Being a parent is exhausting – more so if you’re new at it. The demands of your baby coupled with the changes in your body can put you under a lot of stress. It is important to take things easy after the birth of a child to avoid wearing yourself out.

The period after giving birth can be challenging mentally and physically for most mothers. You worked hard to give birth, putting a lot of strain on your body and it will take a while to get back to normal. You are likely to experience some pains and twinges as your body recovers and your emotions may be all over the place in the days following delivery. For this reason, you should be gentle with yourself.

8 Vital Dating Rules Every Woman Should Know

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We all know it - dating is anything but an easy game. If you want to get things right, you have to work at it. You can't just turn up to a date and hope for the best. Instead, you need to show the person what it means to you. That means that you need to make an effort. If you're about to go on a first date, you need some advice to help you along the way. Here are eight rules that every woman should know.

What We Can Learn About Parenting from Celebrities

By Jenna Brown

I’m not a big fan of celebrity role models. People who have a lot of money without much by way of normal, human responsibility tend to make a hash of the kind of life that ordinary people have to deal with. They make the kinds of decisions that only the extremely wealthy, and socially disconnected could possibly relate to.

But there is one area of their lives that is eminently relatable to just about anyone. That would be the parenting aspect of their persona. One of the reasons they are so relatable in this area is that almost no one is a particularly good parent. We all make the same mistakes that have been made by parents for the last million years. Celebrities are no different.

9 Signs You SERIOUSLY Need Marriage Counseling

By Sylvia Smith

What many people do not realize is that counseling can help prevent problems in a relationship.  Learning ways to build a relationship before there are problems is one reason some couples seek a counselor.  Unfortunately, many couples wait too long before they consider marriage counseling and do not care enough about their partner to continue with the marriage.  If you are even wondering if counseling might help, it is probably time to find a counselor.

Deciding when to seek marriage counseling can be a tough decision.  Check out the list below to see if you and your partner might need to see a professional for marriage tips.

How to Help a Loved One Suffering from Addiction

by Jenna Brown

The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) estimates that 17.6 million people in the United States suffers from alcoholism or alcohol dependency, which is one in 12 people over the age of 12. Several million more people engage in risky drinking behavior. The NCADD reports that 20 million Americans have used an illegal drug in the past 30 days, and another 48 million are using prescription drugs for non-medical reasons.

5 Easy Ways To De-Stress Your Relationship

By Patrick Vernon

According to the American Psychological Association, the most frequently cited causes of stress are money (75 per cent), work (70 per cent), and the economy (67 per cent). However, while these aspects of life are often out of our control and the same can’t be said for the fourth most-common cause - relationships.

Apparently, 58 per cent of people believe that everyday dealings with their significant other is the reason behind stress and anxiety. So, if you feel the same way, what can you do to reduce the stress in your relationship and live a much more contented life? After all, with money on our minds we stand need emotional strife too…

Those Little Things - 3 Ways To Show Love To Your Partner

By Nkem Akinsoto

When you are in a relationship, whether married or yet to be, the easiest way to keep the love and romance alive is to keep looking for ways to make the other person happy. Even if you don't get it right all the time, the fact that you are making efforts to do so goes a long way to show that you care and appreciate your spouse or partner. And in my personal experience, I have found that often, it is those little things that are the most important when it comes to laying a foundation of love and sweet memories in your relationship.

How To Take Your Fitness To The Next Level In 4 Easy Steps

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By Christina

It doesn’t matter how fit you are; there is always room for improvement. So, whether you haven't broken a sweat for over a year, or work out three or four times a week, read on. This article will show you several ways of taking your fitness to the next level.