Articles for tag: Baby Naming, Godparents

Karla News

How to Organise a Baby Naming Ceremony

A Baby Naming ceremony can be organised by anyone regardless of religious, spiritual or cultural beliefs. Some tips on what to include in the ceremony. Planning a Baby Naming Ceremony A Baby Naming ceremony is an ideal way to welcome your child into the family and can be arranged by anyone regardless of religious, spiritual ...

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Choosing Godparents for Your Children

Upon the birth of a child, parents experience a whirlwind of emotions. Despite months of planning for the arrival, parents are never truly prepared for the changes that occur. Adjusting to life with a new baby is challenging – but doable. Parents have the responsibility to care for their children’s well-being. This includes their emotional, ...

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Costs and Responsibilities of a Godparent

About two weeks ago, my husband was asked by a somewhat close friend if he would be the godfather to an upcoming newborn. The question came as a shock. My husband said that he would think about it. Later he decided that the answer would have to be “no”. Not for reasons of just saying ...

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“I Don’t like My Child– Help!”

It’s something almost every mother has experienced, but few mothers have admitted: that feeling of, even temporarily, not liking her children. I believe that my daughter is one of the brightest, most compassionate, most loving children on Earth, yet there are times that even I don’t particularly want to be around her. I imagine that ...

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Female Rite of Passage: Quinceanera

When a Latina reaches her 15th birthday, Quinceanera, a female r ite of passage is celebrated. On her special day, parents present their daughter to society, in a sacred manner, such as the bat mitzvah for Jewish girls. Central and South America, Mexico, Puerto Rico and other Spanish speaking countries have recognized Quinceanera since ancient ...