Category Archives: Love

Taking care of a sick child — even when he’s fully grown

Teresa Cook’s 27-year-old son still knows to call home when he’s feeling under the weather.

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Mommy kisses seal the deal with angry toddler

Laura Burkey’s 2½-year-old Amelia acted out because she was in need of some one-on-one time.

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Words of wisdom for parents: Don’t neglect each other

New mom Stacia Fleegal struggles to balance her time with her son, her fiance and herself.

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My sister, the soon-to-be college graduate

Smart editor April Trotter says her little sister has been ready for a job in teaching her entire life.

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Getting a handle on a case of the Bad Mommies

Sue Jennings reminds us that child rearing is taxing work — and backup is critical.

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Give your kids wings and they’ll fly out of the nest

Teresa Cook has learned to adapt to her empty nest — and is glad her boys are independent.

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Grieving changes when you have a child

Cathy Hirko said your child changes the way you grieve because it’s no longer just you and your feelings you have to worry about.

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Diffuse a public temper tantrum without losing your cool

Local experts share what works and what doesn’t for parenting in public.

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The importance of encouraging a sisterly bond

Lily and Jovie are 19 months apart, but Sue Jennings hopes they’ll grow to be the best of friends.

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Earthy and Expecting: Discharge day!

On Jan. 23, Jax was discharged after 87 days in the York Hospital NICU.

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