Keep work light, fast, and fun with this laptop. For financial literacy month, it couldn’t be a smarter purchase. The touch-screen is so practical and the function of the computer is reliable – bring this laptop with you everywhere. The 15.6″ inch screen is the way to go; it allows you to keep multiple windows open and be able to actually see everything on those screens. The size is also good for after work, where you can put on a movie in bed and relax…just remember to close all those other work tabs because financial literacy month is about balance – work hard and relax to an equivalent degree.
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Mental Health Month
Make fun faces with your toddler and learn the beginnings of social interaction with them. Expression can be fun and it can be so helpful for your little one to learn how others react and interact at an early age. This book keeps them amused and is useful in any number of situations.
Packed with practical tips for helping children through difficult times. Whether a child expresses stress through anxiety, anger, or out-of-control behavior, these tools will provide immediate relief and help you build a stronger and healthier relationship with your child.
If your child is beyond the basics of the first book in this months recommendation list, we recommend you try this one on for their size. Start a conversation and develop more meaningful and complex thought in the minds of the young ones in your life.
A weighted blanket provides gentle, comforting pressure that can help to reduce tossing and turning, making it easier to fall and stay asleep. Made with all-natural materials such as cotton fabric and irritant-free filling, it is gentle on the skin and will not irritate those with sensitivities. And beyond its practical uses, a weighted blanket also works as a calming tool for toddlers and children, helping to soothe them like a gentle hug.
Step by step, brick by brick – that’s the way we learn and grow. One of the motto’s our company believes in is: ‘’it takes a village.’’ This book is one of those steps, or you may see it as another village elder imparting their wisdom so that you may more confidently raise your children and help them on their path.
There are over 75 strategies to help kids cope with anger, anxiety, and stress in this workbook. The methods are proven and have a lot of success with young children. Make the most out of mental health month. Take action if you must, and learn something ahead of time so you can be educated and prepared should any issues arise.
Financial Literacy Month
Give your kids a jump-start on financial literacy! They don’t need to be investing in stocks and bonds right now, but giving them the concepts and vocabulary of how the world works (at least in this one perspective) will serve them no matter which future path they take.
The rule of threes – it comes true in the money universe as well. This piggy bank will teach your kids that money has many uses and purposes, but also that you can do more than just spend it or save it: you can SHARE it! This is the perfect way to get your children passionate about donating because they can help causes that they care about. It’s a win-win-win for financial literacy month.
Let’s face it – money is going virtual, or electronic, or can we still say…plastic? Perhaps your kid is not ready for a credit card, but with a debit card you can help them take the first steps to financial responsibility. Greenlight makes the claim that they are “all about financial education for kids.” You manage the app, and through it, help your children manage the money.
Single parents and co-parents alike know a different side of saving. Their financial life is likely more independent and this is something important they can teach their children when it comes to money. Financial independence is financial success.
We don’t always win in the game of life, but with fake money, we don’t need to fear true financial ruin. While it is a relevant lesson for every age group to spend their money wisely, what is life if you can’t forget it every once in a while and enjoy this classic game with your fellow contestants, be they family or friend?
You may not live in a Hytte (what some Scandinavians call their summer cabin), but you can bring Hygge to your life. Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word representing a mood of cozy comfortability. Feel well in your home by incorporating the cheerful cultural of the people in the North.
Copenhagen and Oslo – two great viking cities. Some prefer Ragnar Lothbrok over Harald Fairhair when they are watching series depicting the histories of the once powerful and savage nations. There is no reason however why you can’t enjoy both this book – leaning more towards the Danish corner – and the other book on this month’s list – which encapsulates beauty from both cultures.
Money & divorce – the topics are more interrelated than we wish it to be, but an unfortunate fact of the matter, is that divorce hurts both the heart and the wallet. Whether you have experience with divorce or not, the information in this book will help you navigate the tricky path of separation. Financial literacy is useful in many different situations and paths of life, and may even be helpful to a friend or loved one currently on a rocky path which may make reading this book too strenuous for them at the present moment.
If the Scandinavian flavor isn’t for you, perhaps a Berlin interior or James Bond facade will be more to your liking. Find some inspiration in this book to make your dream home perfect while being able to stay true to the tenets of financial literacy.
National Single Parent’s Month
This sweet little sleep sheep is the perfect companion for your little one on any car ride between co-parent houses, and easily travels wherever baby does. Not only does it soothe baby into dreamland, the sheep is an effective custody transitional object for older kids. And we don’t blame a tired single parent who switches on the timer and sends their child (or themselves) to lay down for a little break!
Stress is around every corner these days, but single parents can use this homeopathic spray to counter stress whenever and wherever. Its natural and safe ingredients make it great for single parents who want to model well-being routines with their children.
Durable, waterproof, washable, and fun: what else could a single parent ask for from a deck of cards? Take them to the beach, let grandma or grandpa show their skills, or get stepkids of all ages to play together. When you need a break from co-parenting, these chic and nearly indestructible cards are perfect for a game of solitaire – take a brain break yourself, or give them to your noisiest little one to get 10 minutes of peace!
Divorce and insomnia go hand-in-hand. Arm yourself with this 100% Mulberry Silk sleep mask. Buttery soft and with an easy to adjust headband, it promotes the kind of healthy and natural sleep that you might not have had in years.
Love athletics but find affording all the sports and spending all the time is just too much? Start small by tossing around a football. Activity facilitates more than health – it also helps children open up to parents, something that’s crucial when sharing custody. Get outside and get to talking with this $10 football that will pay dividends for years.
Mist this spray into your days that seem to fade away faster and faster. But don’t worry – this spray will keep you moisturized and keep you lookin young despite the forces of time, wind, and spaghetti kisses from your kids.
36 bars of organic, fiber-y goodness that can keep both you and your little ones energized and healthy. Should your Costco membership have expired or you don’t feel like carrying the load, have these treats delivered short and sweet.
When was the last time you bought yourself some socks? Single moms need to be on their feet and always have a spare pair. Be ready for anything with this great bargain.
For a single parent, lunch-time can be fun and practical with these lunch boxes. Fold it up and fit it neatly into your freezer so that you can fill it up the next day and have your children’s food fresh all day. The walls are lined with freezable gel and there’s tons of funky colors and designs.
What’s life as a single parent without some wine? Durable and dishwasher safe, refill your cabinets or have an extra set for those accidents that happen and those party’s that should too.
This soft and heavy blanket is ideal for any twin bed and children who move a lot in their sleep or throw their blankets off. Keep your precious ones warm and cozy.
Gummies are great, but these are for you (of course can share too)! Full of GABA to promote relaxation and combat stress, L-Theanine: an amino acid that helps you keep your cool, and lemon balm: a soothing botanical that helps quiet the mind.
An art kit that “ROCKS!” literally. Single parents need to keep their kids busy and sometimes it’s hard to appeal to the interests of all. Give your kids the chance to express themselves, connect over a group activity (since there are plenty of rocks and materials for everyone), and have some fun!
Put this in your purse, diaper bag, or for the hip metropolitan parent, your fanny pack. Everything you need for most emergency situations, the supplies are lightweight and will make you prepared for adventures to the forest, the park, or grocery shopping. Trusted and certified, you can rely on this first-aid kit.
Keep the rhythm and nurture the rhyme. Release your child’s inner-poet, foster your own creative identity, or share this thoughtful book with a loved one. As a single parent without much time, this book is the perfect way to relieve a crowded mind and find a momentary spot for reflection. After five years, who knows what you or your child will learn from those short, sometimes profound, perhaps often fun and silly entries.
Another cookbook!? Something you’ll try one or two times and leave in the bookshelf or in a box in the attic? Perhaps. But this journal is seriously cute and we guarantee that looking back on even those 1 or 2 recipes will make this worth it, and most likely make you pick it up again and start anew once your kids have some more experience under their belts.
If this book doesn’t impress your kids of the wonders of the outdoors, then at least you can read it and entertain them on walks with knowledge of why a butterfly tells signs of weather to come or why that tree on the way to the bus has roots growing in a certain direction. Learn how to see the signs of the world, connect with nature, and find a new way to wander.
Add a twist of lime or serve up some extra gauc to your new family game night. Integrate it into taco Tuesday, as the game lasts only 10-15 minutes, and bring some energy to the table before the food is served. This exciting and easy-to-learn game keeps everyone involved and their minds moving.
Fill your home with sound and moods that will make your home a place of enjoyment. Anyone can connect and the speakers can be moved anywhere in the home. Music has proven effects to sustain positivity and facilitate processing of emotions: we love the sound and highly recommend this if your kids aren’t ready for personal speakers.
Single parents – of all the things on this list, consider giving this a second look. Keeping your skin moisturized and fighting dry skin from the amino acids in the silk, giving you a luxurious sleeping experience every night, and protecting your pocket, this pillowcase is a dream in reality.
The organizational methods of a single parent surpass the comprehension of even single parents themselves. We know there are many tools in your household belt and couldn’t pass up on showing you this offer to help you keep your kids’ various oojamaflips together when there isn’t any other place to put them.
Self-Esteem Month
You are perfect just as you are – this is a message we tell our children all the time. But in a world of social media, constant physical and psychological changes, and an intense time of figuring out who they are, it can be difficult for children to not criticize themselves and lose confidence. This fun practical guide can teach them, or you if your children won’t read this on their own, how to boost self-esteem and be happy on their way to finding themselves.
This hilarious book will be fun for both you and your child in hearing a different perspective on independence. Strength can be found in the message of the book, and in spending time together with your child.
It’s never too early to start building confidence in your little ones. You can read this Caldecott honor-winning book to your loved babies, and show them how much they are truly loved. It’s a quick and fun read, something that may be a favorite for your child’s lifetime, and you will love it too.
Self-esteem doesn’t have to take months of self-help reading to nurture. The little things are just as important, and this nifty moisturizer is a perfect and cheap way to give yourself that glow up you need for the day.
You’ve likely heard of this book, and for good reason. No matter what we go through, we can always find inner-strength and regain our confidence. If Rupi Kaur can, so can you.
Kids love to count their steps and incorporate competition into everything; let them do it with this fun and cheap wristband. This kids fitness tracker also fits adults, so you can always share or use it for yourself! Movement raises your endorphines and impacts confidence, so get out there with our product recommendation to build some self-esteem!
Creative and inspirational – this book will get your kids up and fill them with energy. It teaches the importance of self-belief and taking your time in building your inner-confidence. A perfect gift for any occasion, especially this month to celebrate self-esteem month.
Sometimes nothing can help boost confidence than a new watch or accessory. Perhaps it is time for your child’s first watch. It can help them feel like an adult and also keep them on time for dinner and extra-curricular activities. If anything, an excuse not to look at your phone is a good thing!
Forget the award-winning and NY Times Bestseller accolades: this book has a significant message to tell children of all backgrounds that they matter. Nothing can be more harmful to self-esteem than the self-belief that one is not important and does not matter. Help your child believe in themselves and remember that you believe in them too!
Are you having a difficult week, month, year? You’ll be surprised to see what a difference new sheets can make for your well-being and confidence. Feel like a new person with this simple luxury – try it out and see for yourself.
This 24-hour facial cream will keep you feeling smooth and soft all day. Use it in your night-routine or put some on before you head out for work so you can feel even more beautiful and confident than you already are.
Child-Centered Divorce Month
For Children 3-8
A child’s parents are divorced, though the word is not mentioned in the book. The child spends some time with dad, and some time with mom, but their loyal dog Fred “always stays with me.” The book explores the differences between co-parents’ homes in a positive light, and also shows the importance of providing some continuity for children of parents who share custody.
For Children 3-8
Even if your child is not in the same house as mom or dad, they are under the same sun and moon. This lovely picture book provides children a way to connect to each co-parent, or to any other family member they might be missing during one parent’s custody time.
For Children 3-8
In this book a mother teaches her children about love. She explains to them that they are all connected, to their disbelief, by an invisible string. Both you and your children will love learning what this special string is made of.
For Children 3-7
In this beautifully illustrated picture book, a mama raccoon gives her children an enduring reminder that wherever they go, they take her love with them. You can use this cute connection-keeper with your child if you are sharing custody, but also when sending them to school or to a babysitter.
For Children 3-7
Children experiencing divorce undergo more stress and are exposed to more conflict than those in two-parent homes. Help kids get an early handle on managing stress by teaching them to identify and articulate emotions. In this adorable book, a young pigeon goes through all the feels – and provides you with a great opportunity to talk to your child about them!
For Children 3-7
This book is for the parents of toddlers as much as the toddlers themselves. A tired mom, left alone all day with a toddler who always has the energy to take the energy out of mom, will find messages to relate to and the means to work with them.
Holiday Gift List
Board games with young children don’t need to end in tears! Cooperative games like Outfoxed! create opportunities for kids to collaborate – a must in blended families!
Get the benefit of a comfort pet with the ease of a stuffy with Purble, the adorable comfort pet. This high-tech toy soothes your child and slows their heartbeat as the child soothes Purble. For a child who experienced violence in a divorce, or is living in a new space, this provides a trusted friend that will provide comfort on many levels.
Child support is a stressful topic for parents, and this tool provides a wonderful way to share moments of calm with your child. Whether it’s the little one or the grown up (or both of you) feeling stressed, just a minute of deep breathing with the help of this fun expandable toy is a fantastic way to bond and lower anxiety.
Inspire your child to practice fine motor skills without stress. This fun doodle board comes in a 2 pack, so your little one can have one at each coparent’s house. Divorce does not need to interrupt a kid’s literacy journey.
Divorce raises anxiety in children, which can mean trouble sleeping or even nightmares. Comfort kids with this adorable cat nightlight. It changes tones with a gentle touch, giving your little the power to choose whatever color settles them. It’s affordable enough to buy one for your co-parent’s home too!
Refrigerator magnets are a wonderful way to engage with your teen – at this age, they may not enjoy heart-to-heart talks, but still need a way to express themselves and connect with mom or dad. Ask your teen to leave you a message before they head off to their co-parent. With this fun set full of words like “rebel,” “justice,” “protest,” and “unite,” your teen will be easily inspired.
Teens want to be in their own world, and these days, who can blame them? These comfortable noise-cancelling headphones come in six cool colors. Not only will your teen be the envy of kids in math class, they’ll be able to concentrate better in math class! Is hating your kid’s music the one thing you and your co-parent agree on? Headphones: bringing divorced parents together.
Teens naturally experience sleep disorders due to changing circadian rhythms. Add in the inconsistency of divorce, where teens split living between co-parents and can get out of whack easily. Help them stay on track with this amazing light that wakes your teen gently. Bonus – it’s a bedside light for reading, so you can take away your teen’s phone and hand over a book!
This journal is a simple yet powerful way to keep a daily connection to gratitude for children and adults. If you have joint custody, try giving your child one to keep in each co-parent’s home, or use one that travels back and forth to provide continuity between homes. Don’t forget to pick up one for yourself!
Keep the whole family entertained on rainy days with this all-ages tabletop game. Games are a great way to help kids bond with step-siblings and step-parents, and this one suits all ages.
This amazing tool provides many paths to calm. Use the no-mess brush to paint rich strokes evocative of Japanese artistry. Watch the creation fade while you breathe, reminding you that life is impermanent. Start fresh, inspired by the ease with mistakes fade. If you’re sharing custody, buy the mini board for each house, so your child can always have one nearby.
This game will help you bond during your parenting time and assist your older children with literacy. Kids between the ages of 7 and 15 will love this scrabble-like competition. You will love the laughter and shared experience that is so important to create as a single parent.
Beautiful photos and fun facts make this road trip guide engaging for all ages. Sharing custody of kids? Take a special trip near or far during your parenting time.
Children of divorce do grow up faster, but this isn’t always a bad thing. Gaining independence gives them life-long skills. This book by our friends at Good Housekeeping compiles the best recipes to make with kids. Bond during your parenting time with fun in the kitchen, and set the stage for the day your child will be cooking you dinner on their own!
Ever wish you had a way to transmit love through the air to your child when they’re with their co-parent? Or to allow them to say hi to their step-parent during your parenting time? Your wish is granted with this amazing friendship light. Touch it to light, and your loved one’s will alight at the same time. This is a lovely way for divorced parents and their kids to communicate in a non-intrusive manner whenever the mood strikes.
Keep your calm with a more ordered week. When single parenting, it can be tough to keep track of all the family details. This planner will help parents stay organized. Seeing schedules has been shown to reduce anxiety for kids, so everyone wins.
A silk pillowcase keeps you cooler at night, giving you the restful sleep you need as a single parent. Doesn’t hurt that it makes your hair and skin healthier, too!
Single parents are non-stop busy. Help the divorced parent you know stay hydrated and healthy with this powerful, portable blender that can whip up a smoothie or shake whenever they have a moment. For those days when co-parenting gets a little stressful, we can personally attest to this little blender’s ability to make a mean blended margarita.
Self care can take two seconds. Stash one of these facial sprays in the fridge, and when you reach in out of boredom or stress, a quick spritz will calm and redirect you. Keep the other in the car. Before walking into a stressful situation with your ex, or picking up your kids, take a second for a spray and a breath. It really works.
Feeling like home life is hectic? That’s common for single parents. Use this book to learn how to slow down, get intentional about your time, and stay cool during chaos. The section on divorce is particularly helpful!
Gratitude Month
This journal is a simple yet powerful way to keep a daily connection to gratitude for children and adults. If you have joint custody, try giving your child one to keep in each co-parent’s home, or use one that travels back and forth to provide continuity between homes. Don’t forget to pick up one for yourself!
For kids 4 to 8, make gratitude fun with 50 simple activity prompts that go beyond saying thanks into an exploration of the many ways we can experience a personal culture of gratitude. For divorced parents, teaching gratitude may be hard, because divorce is a time of struggle. That is okay. Using gentle, easily-accessible tools increases gratitude even through the toughest separation. Best for children 4 to 8, this just-released activity book will inspire kids and their parents.
Make gratitude journaling even more fun with these gorgeous glitter pens. With 32 beautiful colors, you can split the set so that each co-parent has half. Have long drives for custody or visitation exchanges? Keeping a set of these pens in the car will keep your little one content.
Designed for kids aged 4 to 9, this yoga mat comes in fun themes ranging from dinos to ballerinas. Made by Gaiam, the company known for quality yoga gear, this non-slip mat is safe and long lasting. Since being a single parent is stressful, set up your mat next to this one, and you can practice Gaiam’s free yoga classes together. Namaste!
These colorful thank you notes are the perfect reminder for you and your littles to send gratitude through the mail. Think big: who has helped you and your children through divorce? Is there someone who supports your single parenting? Did your co-parent do something great? Use these notes to share, and show, your gratitude.
For kids 6 to 9, inspire gratitude through fun prompts and activities. This book also focuses on mindfulness, and helping children of divorced families stay present and grateful as they transition through the challenges of divorce.
Dreaming of a home filled with cheer, joy, blessings, or gratitude? Here’s an easy way to create it! These premium yet affordable essential oils come in four rich blends to bring cheer, joy, blessings and gratitude at the touch of a button. Did you lose your diffuser in the divorce? No problem – leave a few drops of oil in the shower before turning it on for a blissful shower (and send a package of these to your co-parent, too!).
Need your gratitude on the go? Send your little ones to their co-parent’s home with these cool slap bracelet diffusers. Give your child a calming reminder of you during the other’s parenting time with just a drop of Woolzies essential oils. Since we know joint custody means a lot of things get lost, we love that this is a pack of four bracelets!
Beautiful, powerful, and functional – this small diffuser packs a lot into a small package! Its simple design fits into any space. With the LED lights that are trending so hard with teens, you can be the cool co-parent! This diffuser has a timer and safety features that make it safe for any age, so whether you are a single parent to a toddler, or co-parent of a tween, you can fill your home with inspirational scents.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Get the benefit of a comfort pet with the ease of a stuffy with Purble, the adorable comfort pet. This high-tech toy soothes your child and slows their heartbeat as the child soothes Purble. For a child who experienced violence in a divorce, or is living in a new space, this provides a trusted friend that will provide comfort on many levels.
Poppits are all the rage with the middle-school set, and it’s no wonder why. They provide a soothing sensory experience that helps children settle themselves. For just $10, this fave is in the single-parent budget – and because it is so big, you won’t lose it!
For ages 10 – 12 Carly is removed from a violent home and placed in a picture-perfect foster home. She tries to reconcile these worlds, but once she finally feels she belongs, Carly has a huge decision to make. For divorced or separated parents whose adolescents have been exposed to violence, this is an engaging and hopeful book.
This workbook offers a variety of exercises to help children identify and validate emotions: originally intended for pre-literate children through age 12.
These spinners give those with anxiety, stress, or ADHD something to do with their hands. It can improve focus and redirect nervous energy, and may even assist recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Packed with practical tips for helping children through difficult times, this will help you whether your child expresses stress through anxiety, anger, or out-of-control behavior – these tools will provide immediate relief.
Child Literacy Month
Build literacy through laughter with Apples to Apples Junior. This comparison card game improves vocabulary, teaches synonyms & adjectives, and leads to lots of laughter – something that all stressed-out single parents can use! Children ages 7-15, who tend to bond through activity, will benefit in so many ways by playing this game with a parent who has shared custody.
Refrigerator magnets are a wonderful way to engage with your teen – at this age, they may not enjoy heart-to-heart talks, but still need a way to express themselves and connect with mom or dad. Ask your teen to leave you a message before they head off to their co-parent. With this fun set full of words like “rebel,” “justice,” “protest,” and “unite,” your teen will be easily inspired.
Inspire your child to practice fine motor skills without stress. This fun doodle board comes in a 2 pack, so your little one can have one at each coparent’s house. Divorce does not need to interrupt a kid’s literacy journey.
Ever wonder why your child’s classroom has labels on everything? This is called “environmental print,” and it is an easy way to build literacy. As a single parent, you may not have as much time as you like to read with your kid. Use these colorful stickers to label things around the house. It’s a fun bonding activity, and if your coparent is on board, using labels at both houses creates stability during custody transitions.
This game will help you bond during your parenting time and assist your older children with literacy. Kids between the ages of 7 and 15 will love this scrabble-like competition. You will love the laughter and shared experience that is so important to create as a single parent.
This silly story will have your toddler rolling with laughter, help your preschooler learn number words, and is a fantastic starter book for your early reader. Children of single parents tend to face greater academic challenges than their peers in two-parent homes. Divorce does not need to put your child behind! Start reading to your child early, and surround them with books like this that will transition them through multiple stages of literacy development.
Early learners are curious about the natural world. These interactive books give Pre-K through 1st grade children a way to understand and experience STEM concepts while having fun and preparing for school. For divorced parents living far apart, these books are a fantastic way to keep kids excited for the car trip. And, they can save a single parent who needs a few minutes of silence after dinner!
Learning phonics opens up a world of reading for young children. Hooked On Phonics uses this science-backed approach to make reading tons of fun. With up to three devices per subscription, it’s perfect for co-parenting, giving your child consistency during mom and dad’s parenting time.
Keeping children safe in school is one of the best ways to foster literacy, and masks are a proven safety tool. These adorable, colorful masks are sized and created for kids, with fun Crayola colors and easy straps/clips. Single parents will love the muliti-packs – there will always be extra masks to stash in your child’s bag in case one gets lost during custody transitions.
Originally designed to keep children connected to far-away family, Readeo is genius for divorced families with young children. This online library allows the child to log in a read a book with a loved one online as easily as if they were sitting together. If you have tried facetime or phone calls during non-parenting time to stay connected, you know kids disengage easily. Readeo is so fun and interactive that the child will not want to end the call. Divorced moms and dads with kids age 0 to 11 can share one family account (add in grandparents, too!), getting unlimited books for less than the price of one book per month.
Child Support Awareness Month
Get a solid understanding of the nuts and bolts of child support with this Nolo press manual. While nothing compares to the advice from an attorney, this is a great source to help you understand the basics of how support is calculated, modified, and enforced.
Money & divorce – the topics are more interrelated than we wish it to be, but an unfortunate fact of the matter, is that divorce hurts both the heart and the wallet. Whether you have experience with divorce or not, the information in this book will help you navigate the tricky path of separation. Financial literacy is useful in many different situations and paths of life, and may even be helpful to a friend or loved one currently on a rocky path which may make reading this book too strenuous for them at the present moment.
Child support is a stressful topic for parents, and this tool provides a wonderful way to share moments of calm with your child. Whether it’s the little one or the grown up (or both of you) feeling stressed, just a minute of deep breathing with the help of this fun expandable toy is a fantastic way to bond and lower anxiety.
We know it’s important to teach children about money, but don’t always know how to start the conversation. Use this easy-to-understand guide to help your child get comfortable with financial concepts early. At SupportPay, we love this entire series, and encourage you to check out a few other installments that are particularly relevant to divorce, co-parenting, and emotional intelligence.
Divorce is hard on everyone in the family, this book can especially help your children understand what is happening.
Empathy is important for all people, so start your kids early on the right path with this book and help them become their best selves.
National Self-Care Month
Divorce is stressful, which causes us to hold painful tension in the back and shoulder area. Laying on a foam roller at the end of the day melts the knots away. It’s usually safe for kids, too!
Keep your calm with a more ordered week. When single parenting, it can be tough to keep track of all the family details. This planner will help parents stay organized. Seeing schedules has been shown to reduce anxiety for kids, so everyone wins.
Feeling like home life is hectic? That’s common for single parents. Use this book to learn how to slow down, get intentional about your time, and stay cool during chaos. The section on divorce is particularly helpful!
Care for your body, soul, and family with this delightful book of simple, fresh recipes. Most dishes have fewer than five ingredients. Little hands will love assembling recipes like date-peanut butter balls and watermelon salad. Cooking is a wonderful way to bond during your parenting time.
This amazing tool provides many paths to calm. Use the no-mess brush to paint rich strokes evocative of Japanese artistry. Watch the creation fade while you breathe, reminding you that life is impermanent. Start fresh, inspired by the ease with mistakes fade. If you’re sharing custody, buy the mini board for each house, so your child can always have one nearby.
Self care can take two seconds. Stash one of these facial sprays in the fridge, and when you reach in out of boredom or stress, a quick spritz will calm and redirect you. Keep the other in the car. Before walking into a stressful situation with your ex, or picking up your kids, take a second for a spray and a breath. It really works.
Children will love this sweet elephant friend, who provides music and meditation to help them through happy, sad, or sleepless times. It’s a wonderful tool to transition custody. Kids can use Ellie when they feel feelings at mom’s house or dad’s. Or buy two…so you can use it when your children are with their co-parent, and you’re feeling a little down.
A silk pillowcase keeps you cooler at night, giving you the restful sleep you need as a single parent. Doesn’t hurt that it makes your hair and skin healthier, too!
Can thinking about death really be self care? For sure, if it’s Swedish Death Cleaning. This unique approach to home organization will absolutely leave you lighter and happier. This book is especially helpful for parents moving – or staying behind while the other moves – due to divorce, as it gently carries you through a process to deal with “stuff.”
Get Outside Campaign!
Buckle in for an affordable family adventure! This road trip atlas directs your family to exciting destinations near and far. Single parents not living in the same area can add a fun road trip diversion when transitioning between homes, too!
Spending time outdoors has been proven to reduce stress. No one needs stress-relief like divorced families! This book gets you and the kids under the stars and bonding during your parenting time.
This bucket-list of road trips provides 50 amazing adventures for parents ready to hit the road. Trips are curated to your interests – got kids who are foodies or nature lovers? This book has it all covered.
Beautiful photos and fun facts make this road trip guide engaging for all ages. Sharing custody of kids? Take a special trip near or far during your parenting time.
Little ones will love this rhyming picture book about a boy exploring nature with his mom, dad, and dog. Amicable co-parents sharing custody can take this as inspiration for their own family hike.
Kids love to journal their experiences. When sharing custody, keeping a journal that goes back and forth between homes provides lovely continuity for children, too.
Bugs! Children of all ages are fascinated with them. Use this book to identify and learn about the bugs that your little bugs love to collect.
A beautiful tree encyclopedia, this book will help you and the littles engage in nature by identifying the trees around us, and learning about different types of forests worldwide.
The Smithsonian museum created this comprehensive and engaging encyclopedia about trees – and every part of them. Divorced parents can send this book back and forth between homes, so children can have fun identifying different tree life at each of their houses.
Take a deep breath! Single parenting can be hard on parents and kids. Use this lovely picture book to find moments to mindfully engage with your kids in nature.
Get outdoors – at least into your own backyard – and explore! Let your children’s natural curiosity shine with this great book.
The great thing about a Backpack Explorer book is it can be packed back and forth between houses. When sharing custody, this is good way to provide a smooth and happy transition.
Summer days can get long, especially because single parents do not get a break! Make your parenting time fun by engaging kids in nature-based projects with this book.
See the world in a whole new way with these fun binoculars made for kids!
The great thing about a Backpack Explorer book is it can be packed back and forth between houses. When sharing custody, this is good way to provide a smooth and happy transition.
The great thing about a Backpack Explorer book is it can be packed back and forth between houses. When sharing custody, this is good way to provide a smooth and happy transition.
Use this book to learn more about nature and get outdoors this summer! There is nothing better than being outside and learning at the same time.
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