Mothering instead of career: was it worth it?
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Many women aged 50 who have chosen to become full-time mothers and abandon their careers say that it was the most important decision they have ever made in their lives. These women are annoyed that society does not place as much importance on full-time parenting.
Publication Name: New Choices for Retirement Living
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1061-2157
Year: 1995
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"We're back!" When adult kids return to the empty nest ... a plan for coping
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Parents often find it difficult to cope with the behavior of their adult children who share their homes. However, the situation can be remedied if they set certain boundaries that will help their children attain independence.
Publication Name: New Choices for Retirement Living
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1061-2157
Year: 1995
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When your adult child disappoints you ... what your should know - and do
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Parents often find it difficult to cope with their children's failures, especially in their professional lives. Several tips on how to cope with such disappointments are discussed.
Publication Name: New Choices for Retirement Living
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1061-2157
Year: 1995
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