Tag: healthy families

When Fathers Lose Access to Economic Opportunity, Families Carry the Cost

Since household composition is often shaped by economics, fathers cannot be left out of the conversation about why female-headed households carry so much. When fathers lose access to stable work and transportation, mothers often absorb the cost. 

Millions of households may be headed by women, but that does not mean conditions affecting fathers are irrelevant. In many cases, they are central.

This is where the public conversation needs to mature.

The Empty Chair: Incarcerated Fathers and the Holidays

The impact of incarceration during the holidays goes far beyond the prison walls. It touches the hearts of children, the strength of families, and the fabric of our communities. We cannot afford to let these families feel forgotten. Healing starts with recognition and compassion.

Raising Healthy Kids

To put it simply, you can’t be obese and healthy at the same time. Carrying around extra weight will sap your energy, make you more tired, and lessen your quality of life.