REAL PARENTS OF THE METRO
#ParentLife Through MetroFamily blogs Hashtag Parenting and Weekend Warrior, local parents share their favorite things to do and discuss the issues closest to their hearts. Check out clips from some of our
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I have been to many museums in my life, but FAM is different. It is powerful and moving. As you see and hear stories of the First Americans’ plight, their struggle and their strength not only will you leave with a deep respect for them, it will also leave you inspired. This visit to FAM taught me that our kids not only love experiences where they laugh and play but they also crave those experiences which expand their knowledge and enrich their worldview. Local mom Simi John shares her family’s review of OKC’s First Americans Museum.
“Music, in all its forms, is a shared interest in our household. We listen to music constantly. This led me to think about the significance of the memories connected to each of the playlists we share … and how listening to them reminds us of moments in our lives that we treasure.” Gen X mama Christina Mushi-Brunt created hilarious and sentimental playlists representing parenting through each of her children’s stages of development.
”It‘s not about being a perfect parent. Perfection is not the goal; connection is. Building the family life we dream of takes time, patience and a willingness to mess up. Plus, a lot of self-compassion.“ Certified parent coach and mom Renée Boone offers five powerful shifts to empower parenting.
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