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Happy Father’s Day! – The Unique Power of Dads
Leer en Español Father’s Day is coming! In honor of Dad’s special day, we’re delving into the research that illustrates the unique power dads have to impact their children’s lives. This impact...
Outdoor Play Ideas for Summer: Strong Bodies, Strong Brains
Leer en Español For families with school-aged children, summer vacation will be here before you know it. If you are a parent preoccupied with how to manage your kids’ time while they aren’t in...
Moms Matter: 3 Ways Your Mom May Have Shaped Your Life, and How You Can Give Back to Her This Mother’s Day
Leer en Español A note before we start: If you and your mom have a rocky relationship, that’s okay! Moms also make mistakes. This Mother’s Day, you can take the opportunity to reflect on other women...
Fostering Healthy Communication Between Parents and Children: Benefits and Tips
Leer en Español Healthy communication between parents and their children is the cornerstone of strong, reciprocal family relationships. Whether your child is a toddler, a teenager, or a young adult,...
Communication in Marriage: 4 Proven Strategies
Leer en Español Communication is a critical part of healthy relationships. At Healthy Relationships California (HRC), we understand that healthy communication doesn’t always come easily or...
RE Part 2: Relationship Education Makes Family Life Better
Leer en Español Last week, we discussed the basics of Relationship Education (RE)–what it is, the concepts that define the field, and how HRC fits into the wider RE picture. This week, we want to...
Nurturing Healthy Relationships: What Is Relationship Education?
Leer en Español The field of Relationship Education (RE) is a branch of education focused on helping individuals and families to have healthy relationships, and is a vital resource for people...
The Power of Self-Love: Building Stronger Connections in Relationships
Leer en Español Self-love is a powerful force that can significantly impact the quality of our relationships with others. (Remember: "A stronger relationship starts with you"!) Let’s investigate the...
Practical Ideas for Keeping Love Alive after Valentine’s Day
Leer en Español I’ll never forget the first Valentine’s Day my husband and I shared as a couple. I was studying abroad in New Zealand and he was back home in the States. With 7,000 miles and a...
4 Unique Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day Besides Flowers or Chocolates
Leer en Español If you and your partner are the types who like to exchange gifts for Valentine’s Day, you may find it hard to come up with something meaningful to give year after year. For some, the...
“Love Month”: 5 Creative Ways to Be a More Loving Parent
Leer en Español One of my high school teachers had a Valentine’s Day tradition that impacted me positively, and that I will never forget. He referred to February as the “Loooooove Month,” and spent...
Making the Most of my Fatherhood Milestone Moments
Leer en Español On the fatherhood journey, certain moments stand out like stars against the night sky—bright, beautiful, and fleeting. As my own sons grow, one such celestial event is about to...