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*10 Questions Expectant Mothers Ask About Adoption - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 20, 2009, 7:48 am
Bethany Christian Services has the following list of adoption questions to discuss with your pregnant daughter. She may still be exploring her options, or she may have already selected an option. Talk about adoption anyway, so that when parenting is tough you can both say that you thoroughly explored every option and made an informed choice. Play a what-if game: what-if your pregnant daughter were exploring adoption as an option...talk about these topics:How can adoption be a good choice for my
*Attitudes About Marriage - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 17, 2009, 8:00 am
A Child Trends Research Brief from July 2009 was titled "Young Adult Attitudes About Relationships and Marriage: Times May Have Changed, But Expectations Remain High".This Brief discusses data from a survey of U.S. students who were in 7th-12th grade during the years 1994-1995. This survey was a follow-up, conducted in 2001-2002 and had responses from 11,988 young adults between the ages of 20 and 24."The median age at first marriage in 1960 was 20 for women, by 2006, the median age had risen to
*To "Let Go" Takes Love - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 11, 2009, 8:00 am
To "Let Go" Takes Love (Author Unknown)To "Let Go" does not mean to stop caring, it means I can't do it for someone else.To "Let Go" is not to cut myself off, it is the realization I can't control another.To "Let Go" is not to enable, but to allow learning from natural consequences.To "Let Go" is to admit powerlessness, which means the outcome is not in my hands.To "Let Go" is not to try to change or blame another, it is to make the most of myself.To "Let Go" is not to care for, but to care abo
*8 Myths and Realities About Adoption - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 10, 2009, 8:00 am
November is Adoption Awareness Month. Discuss the following information with your pregnant daughter, even if you and/or she currently are not even considering adoption.8 Myths and Realities About Adoption, by Adoptive Families Magazine.\Facts:As of the 2000 Census, there were 1.5 million children under the age of 18 in America who joined their family through adoption, 2% of all children in the U.S.In the U.S., there are 5 million people today who were adopted. More than 100,000 children are ado
*Attitudes About Cohabitation - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 9, 2009, 8:00 am
A Child Trends Research Brief from July 2009 was titled "Young Adult Attitudes About Relationships and Marriage: Times May Have Changed, But Expectations Remain High".This Brief discusses data from a survey of U.S. students who were in 7th-12th grade during the years 1994-1995. This survey was a follow-up, conducted in 2001-2002 and had responses from 11,988 young adults between the ages of 20 and 24."According to national estimates, the proportion of women that had cohabited by their late thirt
*Attitudes About A Successful Relationship - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 6, 2009, 8:00 am
A Child Trends Research Brief from July 2009 was titled "Young Adult Attitudes About Relationships and Marriage: Times May Have Changed, But Expectations Remain High".This Brief discusses data from a survey of U.S. students who were in 7th-12th grade during the years 1994-1995. This survey was a follow-up, conducted in 2001-2002 and had responses from 11,988 young adults between the ages of 20 and 24."The Add Health survey identifies four elements that may serve as barometers of the relationship
*Types of Young Adult Relationships - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 4, 2009, 9:14 am
A Child Trends Research Brief from July 2009 was titled "Young Adult Attitudes About Relationships and Marriage: Times May Have Changed, But Expectations Remain High".This Brief discusses data from a survey of U.S. students who were in 7th-12th grade during the years 1994-1995. This survey was a follow-up, conducted in 2001-2002 and had responses from 11,988 young adults between the ages of 20 and 24.Survey results show that 76% of young adults (ages 20-24) were in a romantic relationship of so
*One Flaw In Women - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 2, 2009, 11:08 am
I got this in email today and found it inspirational. I hope you do to.Women have strengths that amaze men...They bear hardships and they carry burdens,but they hold happiness, love and joy.They smile when they want to scream.They sing when they want to cry.They cry when they are happyand laugh when they are nervous.They fight for what they believe in.They stand up to injustice.They don't take "no" for an answerwhen they believe there is a better solution.They go without so their family can hav
Keep healthy during flu season - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 28, 2009, 1:44 pm
Remember these simple tips:1) Wash your hands. Especially before you eat. Use soap and rub for 30 seconds before rinsing.2) Avoid touching your face.3) Cover your cough with the crook of your elbow, not your hands.4) Avoid sick people.If you get the flu:1) Stay at home and get rest. The CDC recommends you stay home for 24 hours AFTER your fever is gone.2) Stay hydrated with water, broth, or drinks like gatorade.3) Know when to seek emergency medical care. Warning signs include: fast breathin
*Who is the pregnant teen? - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 27, 2009, 9:43 pm
Results of new public opinion polling show that 67% of adults believe that most teen mothers are from homes below the federal poverty level. Fully 70% of adults surveyed believe that most teen mothers come from single parents homes.New, first-of-its-kind analysis of existing research conducted for The National Campaign by Child Trends makes clear that both perceptions are incorrect:Only 28% of those who report having given birth or fathered a child as a teen lived in families with incomes below
*Alicia's Story - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 16, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Alicia tells her story:Before I tell you my story, I want you to know that I take full responsibility for my actions. I'm not blaming anyone but me for the choices I made in my life. But that wasn't how I felt that April night when I came home from work.I came home that night feeling as if something was not right with my body. I continued questioning myself, 'What could it be?” I sat down in the living room and just cri
*October is "Let's talk" month - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 15, 2009, 8:00 am
The National Campaign to prevent teen and unplanned pregnancy reminds parents that October is "Let's talk" month, and encourages parents to have lots of little talks about sex and relationships, not one big talk. Here are Ten Tips they offer to parents:1) Be clear about your own sexual values and attitudes. Communicating with your children about sex, love, and relationships is often more successful when you are certain in your own mind about these issues. To help clarify your attitudes and value
*Mallory's story - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 14, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Mallory tells her story:My story of survival is one that I often take for granted. My life was ill conceived and what some would call illegitimate. I am the child of the hard case, the case used to justify abortion.The night of my conception my mother made the unfortunate mistake of running to a false friend for emotional comfort during a personal crisis. Another man was there, and using the situation to his advantage, he
*Tia's story - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 12, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Tia tells her story:When I found out I was pregnant, I had no idea what I was going to do. I thought there was no way I could provide for a child and decided that abortion was my only option. I went to the City Health Department looking for an abortion referral, but they suggested I go to the Pregnancy Care Center, a local Care Net center in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. At first I was scared they were going to judge me be
*Tina and Isabella's Story - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 9, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Tina tells her story:My boyfriend said there was only one option: abortion. After all, what would our parents say? What would the people at our church think?I obediently scheduled an appointment, but before the date arrived, I was overwhelmed with doubts. I knew I couldn't do it. Desperate for help and options, I turned to the phone book and found the Care Net Pregnancy Center of Cochise County.I scheduled an appointment
*Megan and Ava's Story - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 7, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Megan tells her story:When I found out I was pregnant, I was scared, confused, and believed everything I had been told. "Having a baby will ruin your life." "Abortion is the only way out." "Young single mothers cannot make it in this world." The fears I felt toward confronting the pregnancy, and having such drastic changes take place in my life, confirmed my decision. An abortion was the only way to "save" my life as I kn
*Now available in Spanish! - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 5, 2009, 9:08 am
Our best-selling book "How To Survive Your Teen's Pregnancy" is now available in Spanish!"Como Sobrevivir el Embarazo de su Adolescente" is available on Amazon.com and also directly from us.
October: Domestic Violence Awareness Month - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 2, 2009, 8:00 am
National Domestic Violence Hotline1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or TTY 1-800-787-3224This violence hotline is open for victims or anyone calling on their behalf 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Hotline counselors can provide crisis intervention, information or referrals to agencies across the nation. Assistance is available in English and Spanish with access to more than 170 languages through interpreter services.National Sexual Assault Hotline1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)Among its programs, Rape, Abuse & Inces
*Paula's story - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 25, 2009, 8:20 am
In the September/October 2009 issue of "Celebrate Life" magazine, you can read the true story of Paula, a cadet at West Point Academy who found herself pregnant. The campus health providers said that "West Point was prepared for cadets in her condition. First, there was the 'weekend option.” 'We will write you a special pass,” she explained. 'We have a list of clinics. You can go, and when you come back, nobody has to know why you went or what you did.” 'No,” Paula said, unwilling to go
*Depression affects children - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 23, 2009, 8:00 am
"National Research Council and the Institute of Medicine, estimates that in any given year, 7.5 million U.S. parents are depressed and at least 15 million U.S. children live with a parent who has major or severe depression." A WebMD.com news article summarizes some information from this report.Was your pregnant daughter depressed before she became pregnant? Is she depressed now that she is pregnant? Make sure she gets medical treatment for her depression! Her depression can adversely affect
*Adoption in the Bible - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 21, 2009, 8:00 am
Perhaps due to the economy, both abortion and adoption placements are on the rise. Some women mistakenly perceive that choosing adoption for her baby makes her 'a bad mother'. But the Bible gives us a foundation for adoption.Ephesians 1:5 says "In love He predestined us to be adopted as His sons through Jesus Christ in accordance with His pleasure and will..."Adoption is a concept created by God. God refers to believers who enter His covenant family as 'adopted' children. Adoption was origin
*Teen Ethics - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 18, 2009, 8:00 am
In October, 2008, the organization "Junior Achievement" conducted a survey of 750 teens aged 12-17. The topic was teen ethics and whether teens felt they were ready to make ethical/moral decisions in the work environment.46% of the teens said it is sometimes acceptable to lie to parents or guardians. 61% of the teens said they had lied to their parent/guardian in the last 12 months. Why was it acceptable? To cover up a situation, to help a friend, and peer pressure. 54% of the teens consider
*Teens with Older Sexual Partners - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 9, 2009, 8:00 am
Child Trends published a fact sheet in April 2008 titled "Long-term consequences for teens with older sexual partners". This research examines whether having sexual intercourse before age 16 with a partner at least three years older was associated with becoming a teen parent or unmarried parent or acquiring a sexually transmitted disease (STD) by young adulthood (post-high school through the early twenties).Findings:1) 18% (nearly 1 in 5) middle school and high school girls reported having sex w
*Adopting Your Daughter's Child - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 7, 2009, 9:24 am
Recently there has been a lot of talk about Levi Johnston's comments to a magazine that Bristol Palin's mother had wanted to keep Bristol's pregnancy a secret and then adopt the baby as her own. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2004 over 2.4 million grandparents were primary caregivers for their grandchildren, though this is not always via adoption.Formally adopting your daughter's child as your own child is definitely an option that can be considered. We talk about this option in the c
*Resource: Southern Nevada Children First - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 4, 2009, 9:58 am
Las Vegas TV News 3 has a video and article about Southern Nevada Children First, a program that helps "young mothers who don't have a home....[and] gives young mothers a place to stay while helping them to receive an education or search for a job." Up to seven young mothers and their babies can stay in the central Las Vegas home associated with Southern Nevada Children First. The two-year program gives 17 to 22-year-old homeless mothers a place to stay and a plan to get on their feet.One 17-ye
*Top Ten Myths About Abortion - Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Aug 24, 2009, 8:00 am
While you are discussing with your pregnant daughter her options for her child, take the time to research all the options.You can download a free PDF brochure called "The Top Ten Myths About Abortion" and discuss it with your daughter. This brochure addresses the following myths:Myth: Abortion is legal only during the first 3 months of pregnancy.Myth: Abortion is legal because the Constitution says so.Myth: Most Americans agree with current U.S. abortion law.Myth: Abortion is rare in the United
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*Top Ten Myths About Abortion (3 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Aug 24, 2009, 8:00 am
While you are discussing with your pregnant daughter her options for her child, take the time to research all the options.You can download a free PDF brochure called "The Top Ten Myths About Abortion" and discuss it with your daughter. This brochure addresses the following myths:Myth: Abortion is legal only during the first 3 months of pregnancy.Myth: Abortion is legal because the Constitution says so.Myth: Most Americans agree with current U.S. abortion law.Myth: Abortion is rare in the United
*Adopting Your Daughter's Child (2 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 7, 2009, 9:24 am
Recently there has been a lot of talk about Levi Johnston's comments to a magazine that Bristol Palin's mother had wanted to keep Bristol's pregnancy a secret and then adopt the baby as her own. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2004 over 2.4 million grandparents were primary caregivers for their grandchildren, though this is not always via adoption.Formally adopting your daughter's child as your own child is definitely an option that can be considered. We talk about this option in the c
*Attitudes About Cohabitation (2 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 9, 2009, 8:00 am
A Child Trends Research Brief from July 2009 was titled "Young Adult Attitudes About Relationships and Marriage: Times May Have Changed, But Expectations Remain High".This Brief discusses data from a survey of U.S. students who were in 7th-12th grade during the years 1994-1995. This survey was a follow-up, conducted in 2001-2002 and had responses from 11,988 young adults between the ages of 20 and 24."According to national estimates, the proportion of women that had cohabited by their late thirt
*Teen Ethics (1 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 18, 2009, 8:00 am
In October, 2008, the organization "Junior Achievement" conducted a survey of 750 teens aged 12-17. The topic was teen ethics and whether teens felt they were ready to make ethical/moral decisions in the work environment.46% of the teens said it is sometimes acceptable to lie to parents or guardians. 61% of the teens said they had lied to their parent/guardian in the last 12 months. Why was it acceptable? To cover up a situation, to help a friend, and peer pressure. 54% of the teens consider
*October is "Let's talk" month (1 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 15, 2009, 8:00 am
The National Campaign to prevent teen and unplanned pregnancy reminds parents that October is "Let's talk" month, and encourages parents to have lots of little talks about sex and relationships, not one big talk. Here are Ten Tips they offer to parents:1) Be clear about your own sexual values and attitudes. Communicating with your children about sex, love, and relationships is often more successful when you are certain in your own mind about these issues. To help clarify your attitudes and value
*Alicia's Story (1 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 16, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Alicia tells her story:Before I tell you my story, I want you to know that I take full responsibility for my actions. I'm not blaming anyone but me for the choices I made in my life. But that wasn't how I felt that April night when I came home from work.I came home that night feeling as if something was not right with my body. I continued questioning myself, 'What could it be?” I sat down in the living room and just cri
*Teens with Older Sexual Partners (1 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 9, 2009, 8:00 am
Child Trends published a fact sheet in April 2008 titled "Long-term consequences for teens with older sexual partners". This research examines whether having sexual intercourse before age 16 with a partner at least three years older was associated with becoming a teen parent or unmarried parent or acquiring a sexually transmitted disease (STD) by young adulthood (post-high school through the early twenties).Findings:1) 18% (nearly 1 in 5) middle school and high school girls reported having sex w
*Megan and Ava's Story (1 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 7, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Megan tells her story:When I found out I was pregnant, I was scared, confused, and believed everything I had been told. "Having a baby will ruin your life." "Abortion is the only way out." "Young single mothers cannot make it in this world." The fears I felt toward confronting the pregnancy, and having such drastic changes take place in my life, confirmed my decision. An abortion was the only way to "save" my life as I kn
*Depression affects children (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 23, 2009, 8:00 am
"National Research Council and the Institute of Medicine, estimates that in any given year, 7.5 million U.S. parents are depressed and at least 15 million U.S. children live with a parent who has major or severe depression." A WebMD.com news article summarizes some information from this report.Was your pregnant daughter depressed before she became pregnant? Is she depressed now that she is pregnant? Make sure she gets medical treatment for her depression! Her depression can adversely affect
*10 Questions Expectant Mothers Ask About Adoption (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 20, 2009, 7:48 am
Bethany Christian Services has the following list of adoption questions to discuss with your pregnant daughter. She may still be exploring her options, or she may have already selected an option. Talk about adoption anyway, so that when parenting is tough you can both say that you thoroughly explored every option and made an informed choice. Play a what-if game: what-if your pregnant daughter were exploring adoption as an option...talk about these topics:How can adoption be a good choice for my
October: Domestic Violence Awareness Month (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 2, 2009, 8:00 am
National Domestic Violence Hotline1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or TTY 1-800-787-3224This violence hotline is open for victims or anyone calling on their behalf 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Hotline counselors can provide crisis intervention, information or referrals to agencies across the nation. Assistance is available in English and Spanish with access to more than 170 languages through interpreter services.National Sexual Assault Hotline1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)Among its programs, Rape, Abuse & Inces
*Tina and Isabella's Story (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 9, 2009, 8:00 am
In a report from the Family Research Council, titled "A Passion To Serve", Tina tells her story:My boyfriend said there was only one option: abortion. After all, what would our parents say? What would the people at our church think?I obediently scheduled an appointment, but before the date arrived, I was overwhelmed with doubts. I knew I couldn't do it. Desperate for help and options, I turned to the phone book and found the Care Net Pregnancy Center of Cochise County.I scheduled an appointment
*Adoption in the Bible (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 21, 2009, 8:00 am
Perhaps due to the economy, both abortion and adoption placements are on the rise. Some women mistakenly perceive that choosing adoption for her baby makes her 'a bad mother'. But the Bible gives us a foundation for adoption.Ephesians 1:5 says "In love He predestined us to be adopted as His sons through Jesus Christ in accordance with His pleasure and will..."Adoption is a concept created by God. God refers to believers who enter His covenant family as 'adopted' children. Adoption was origin
*8 Myths and Realities About Adoption (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 10, 2009, 8:00 am
November is Adoption Awareness Month. Discuss the following information with your pregnant daughter, even if you and/or she currently are not even considering adoption.8 Myths and Realities About Adoption, by Adoptive Families Magazine.\Facts:As of the 2000 Census, there were 1.5 million children under the age of 18 in America who joined their family through adoption, 2% of all children in the U.S.In the U.S., there are 5 million people today who were adopted. More than 100,000 children are ado
*Who is the pregnant teen? (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 27, 2009, 9:43 pm
Results of new public opinion polling show that 67% of adults believe that most teen mothers are from homes below the federal poverty level. Fully 70% of adults surveyed believe that most teen mothers come from single parents homes.New, first-of-its-kind analysis of existing research conducted for The National Campaign by Child Trends makes clear that both perceptions are incorrect:Only 28% of those who report having given birth or fathered a child as a teen lived in families with incomes below
Keep healthy during flu season (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Oct 28, 2009, 1:44 pm
Remember these simple tips:1) Wash your hands. Especially before you eat. Use soap and rub for 30 seconds before rinsing.2) Avoid touching your face.3) Cover your cough with the crook of your elbow, not your hands.4) Avoid sick people.If you get the flu:1) Stay at home and get rest. The CDC recommends you stay home for 24 hours AFTER your fever is gone.2) Stay hydrated with water, broth, or drinks like gatorade.3) Know when to seek emergency medical care. Warning signs include: fast breathin
*Resource: Southern Nevada Children First (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 4, 2009, 9:58 am
Las Vegas TV News 3 has a video and article about Southern Nevada Children First, a program that helps "young mothers who don't have a home....[and] gives young mothers a place to stay while helping them to receive an education or search for a job." Up to seven young mothers and their babies can stay in the central Las Vegas home associated with Southern Nevada Children First. The two-year program gives 17 to 22-year-old homeless mothers a place to stay and a plan to get on their feet.One 17-ye
*Attitudes About A Successful Relationship (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 6, 2009, 8:00 am
A Child Trends Research Brief from July 2009 was titled "Young Adult Attitudes About Relationships and Marriage: Times May Have Changed, But Expectations Remain High".This Brief discusses data from a survey of U.S. students who were in 7th-12th grade during the years 1994-1995. This survey was a follow-up, conducted in 2001-2002 and had responses from 11,988 young adults between the ages of 20 and 24."The Add Health survey identifies four elements that may serve as barometers of the relationship
*Paula's story (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Sep 25, 2009, 8:20 am
In the September/October 2009 issue of "Celebrate Life" magazine, you can read the true story of Paula, a cadet at West Point Academy who found herself pregnant. The campus health providers said that "West Point was prepared for cadets in her condition. First, there was the 'weekend option.” 'We will write you a special pass,” she explained. 'We have a list of clinics. You can go, and when you come back, nobody has to know why you went or what you did.” 'No,” Paula said, unwilling to go
*One Flaw In Women (0 hits)- Surviving Your Single Daughter's Pregnancy Nov 2, 2009, 11:08 am
I got this in email today and found it inspirational. I hope you do to.Women have strengths that amaze men...They bear hardships and they carry burdens,but they hold happiness, love and joy.They smile when they want to scream.They sing when they want to cry.They cry when they are happyand laugh when they are nervous.They fight for what they believe in.They stand up to injustice.They don't take "no" for an answerwhen they believe there is a better solution.They go without so their family can hav
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