One family did everything they could to prevent an innocent baby from having to endure foster care. Family isn’t just about blood—it’s about love, commitment, and stepping up when it matters most. That’s exactly what Christie and Wesley Werts did when they made the life-changing decision to adopt a baby who wasn’t biologically theirs. Their...
Grandparents are an incredible gift not every child gets to have. Whether there’s one or four, grandparents can offer unconditional love and acceptance that parents often can’t. They can be their grandkids’ mentors, teachers, shoulders to cry on, playmates, and best friends. Although each family situation and relationship are different, research shows that maternal grandparents...
Early start times throw off students’ natural sleep cycles, and the effects aren’t minor. Teens’ bodies are wired to fall asleep around 11 p.m., but many institutions begin so early that getting a full night’s rest becomes impossible. Chronic sleep deprivation impacts focus, increases risks of depression, and contributes to physical health issues like obesity....
Warning: The following story contains details of a tragic incident involving a child’s death in a hyperbaric chamber, which may be distressing to some readers. At The Oxford Center in Troy, Michigan, a tragic event occurred on the 31st of January when five-year-old Thomas Cooper sadly lost his life. The youngster was undergoing oxygen therapy...
What started as a routine shopping trip turned into a life-threatening nightmare for 32-year-old Suzanne Manus. The Alabama mother of two was driving home and speaking on a hands-free call with her husband Bobby when disaster struck. “I was just driving down the road talking to my husband and then the next thing you know,...
On a cold December morning, Natasha Sokunbi had been fighting a persistent chest infection for weeks. The 30-year-old, 37 weeks along in her pregnancy, never imagined the dramatic turn her life would take when she called for medical advice. “I wasn’t feeling well for a couple of weeks because of a chest infection,” Natasha recalled,...
Moms – we’ve all been there. “They have your eyes” or “Oh wow, they look just like you” are common statements made by strangers when they meet your children for the first time. Have you ever wondered though just how much your children inherit from you specifically? Beneath these visible characteristics lay a host of...
Mothers would do anything for their kids. They are self-sacrificing and unconditionally loving. Except for the ones that aren’t. There are many reasons why some mothers are neglectful, self-serving, and spiteful. One reason is narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) or narcissistic character traits. Narcissistic mothers need constant praise and admiration, and have an exaggerated sense of...
A Secret Life of Mom Highlight Story: Sometimes there are tales that are just too good, too beautiful, or too unbelievable to keep locked away. That’s why we scour the archives and bring some of them back to enjoy again. They may make you smile or shed a tear, but they’re always meant to add...
Motherhood is a transformative journey that profoundly impacts a woman’s life, both physically and emotionally. Photographers worldwide have sought to capture this metamorphosis through compelling before-and-after images, highlighting the beauty and resilience of mothers. The Essence of Maternity Photography Maternity photography serves as a powerful medium to document the profound changes women experience during pregnancy...
The tragic death of 34-year-old Sarah Thompson, a mother of two from Connah’s Quay, Wales, has sparked calls for greater scrutiny of unregulated weight loss products. Sarah, who had been battling the aftermath of throat cancer, passed away in September after using controversial weight loss drops. Her family believes the drops, later revealed to contain...
Toxic relationships can be difficult to identify, especially when they involve family. While all moms have their flaws, certain behaviors can have lasting emotional and psychological effects on children. If you recognize these patterns in your relationship with your mom, it’s worth considering how they impact your well-being. Here are 25 signs your mom might...
