While parenting a large family is not that different than parenting a small family, from a logistics point of view it can present unique situations and problems. Or what happens when you have a not-so-typical family dynamic. Perhaps a special needs child or 2. A blended family. Or you hope to expand your family through adoption. We have created this section not as a place to find general parenting advice, but to address those situations you don't find too often in the mainstream.

• Large Family Quotes
~ General ~

  • Advice for Fathers - A wonderful article with advice from seasoned fathers on what to do and avoid in parenting.

  • 4 or More Blog - Several parents of 4 or More kids share their experiences raising a large family.

  • Mega-Families Blog - Several parents of mega-families (8 or more kids) share their experiences raising a larger-than-large family.

  • ~ Special Needs ~

  • Autism Puzzle - Short piece analogizing the environmental needs of autistic individuals.

  • Beatitudes for People With Special Needs - Lovely piece outlining many of the small, but important needs of challenged individuals.

  • Welcome to Holland - This lovely piece is held dear by many parents of special needs children. It analogizes how the journey with an autistic child is different in so many ways.

  • Welcome to Beirut - Inspired by the piece above, this is a grittier take on the journey of autistic parents.

  • A Special Mother - Irma Bombeck's musings on how mothers of special needs children are chosen.

  • ~ Fun & Games ~

  • Celebrity Large Families - Do you know who in Hollywood came from a large family? Who has a large family? Test your knowledge with this trivia quiz!


  • ~ Articles ~

  • The Tooth Fairy - One mother's reflection on this familiar visitor to many households.


  • ~ Inspirational ~

  • Large Family Quotes - A collection of quotations on large families, families and children, and general inspirational.



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