Creating memories together as a family is all about cherishing simple moments that you’ll fondly remember in the years to come. These activities don’t have to be extravagant to be meaningful; they can be as simple as a barbecue in the park or collecting seashells on the beach, Research shows that engaging in these shared […]
Create lasting summer memories: Cherishing moments together as a family. Read More »
Take your family outdoors and explore nature together. Whether you’re hiking through forests, watching the sunrise early in the morning, or having a picnic by a peaceful lake, enjoy the beauty and calm of being outside. Being in nature isn’t just fun—it’s also really good for us. Studies show it can help us feel less
Finding peace in nature: Make it a family adventure. Read More »
🎯 When visiting your spouse’s family (or when your spouse’s family comes to visit you), especially on rare occasions, consider giving them the space and time to bond with their family members. Acknowledge that family dynamics play an essential role in shaping your spouse’s life, and these connections hold a special place in their heart.
Balancing Family Visits and Couple Time. Read More »
Money is one of the biggest stressors that impact Shalom Bayis. It is crucial to set yourselves up for financial security early in your marriage. In this talk for the newly married, Dovid Lieblich CFP EA shares important points to help you build your financial future.
For Newly Married: Now is the time to build your financial future Read More »
When your spouse understands your childhood, it can help them better know you and why you think and act in ways that you do. Sharing can create intimacy and foster understanding and empathy. Talk about it. You might talk about
#5 Talk about your family when you were growing up Read More »
Some have a family tradition of giving gifts to the kids on Chanukah. While that isn’t what Chanukah is all about per se, it does add a level of playfulness and fun. As you contemplate on what you want to give the children this Chanukah, you might also reflect on what Chanukah is about. The
​So much to prepare and plan before the birth of the baby – baby furniture, hospital tour, maternity leave, insurance, doctors and and and …. And your marriage.
Frayda Kaplan, certified Gottman educator (Bringing Baby Home) shares some valuable tips and insights for preparing your marriage for this exciting new addition to your family.
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​Rabbi Abba and Chanie Perelmuter, Shluchim at Shul by the Shore in Long Beach, CA  address the typical Pesach stresses in their unique Perelmuter style – humor and practicality. They share tips, insights and laughs from their many Pesach experiences – with young children and with grandchildren and married children; at home and as shluchim; as guests and as hosts; in a tiny kitchen and a (sort of) decent sized kitchen. (recorded 2018)
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​Having a clean and organized home the benefits to the family. How might you get the whole family involved in keeping the house orderly?  Bassie Kalmanson, master organizer, shares practical tips and insights for keeping your home and life organized and getting everyone onboard.
Impact of Organization on Shalom Bayis with Read More »
​When children are not following the derech on which their parents raised them, it can be very frustrating to the parents. There are so many emotions going on for each parent, and the other family members. There may be differing opinions about what to do and handle the situation. But at all times, all should remember to keep the Shalom in the marriage and the rest of the family.
Rabbi Shais Taub talks about this.
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