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Teens Unjustly Prosecuted for Possessing Selfies on Their Own Devices
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6 Reasons I’m Dreading Overnight Camp
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45 Is the New 46: A Reflection on Age and Motherhood
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How My Parents’ Divorce Shaped My Commitment as a Parent
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5 Stages of Answering a Phone Call with Children Nearby
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5 Facebook Buttons Parents Wish Existed
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The Allure of Capturing Baby Moments: A Reflection on Parenthood
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7 Transformative Experiences of Becoming a Mother While Attending College
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Before You Offer Advice to New Parents, Reflect on Your Own Experience
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An Open Letter to My Unexpected Post-Pregnancy Abdominal Flap
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- Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
- Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
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- Pool Safety Tips for Kids: Insights from a Lifeguard
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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Things You Give Up When Your Kids Outnumber You
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Morning Mom vs. Afternoon Mom
home insemination syringe Updated: April 19, 2023 Originally Published: April 19, 2023 We all know that parenting can be exhausting. Have you ever noticed how different you feel by the afternoon? It’s like I wake up full of energy and great intentions, but by the time the clock strikes 2 p.m., I’m barely keeping it…
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10 Easy Ways to Foster a Love of Nature in Your Kids
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Pool Safety Tips for Kids: Insights from a Lifeguard
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It’s Totally Fine to Text and Multitask While Nursing
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14 Things I No Longer Care About as I Age
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Navigating the Journey of Choosing an Egg Donor
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Reflections from a Proud Dad: A Heartfelt Moment on His Daughter’s Graduation
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The Challenging Reality of Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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