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There’s No “You Owe Me” in Marriage
Get Pregnant FastIt was one of those chaotic toddler tantrum Tuesdays when I found myself calling my husband, Greg, to see if he was finally done with work. Honestly, I was desperate for a break—or at least some help. When…
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The Rise of ‘Silent’ Bridal Showers: A New Approach to Gift-Giving
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‘Belfies’ or Bare-Butt Selfies are Gaining Popularity
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10 Tips to Raise Your Son to Be an Amazing Partner
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50 Reasons I Feel Stuck in the Middle of Life
Get Pregnant FastAs I approach my late forties, I find myself firmly planted in the midst of middle age. Let’s be real: not many of us reach 90, so I’m likely on the downward slope. I don’t feel old, but…
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Allowing My Daughter to Pick Her Own Clothes Teaches Bodily Autonomy
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California Elementary School Locked Down Following Tragic Murder-Suicide Incident
Get Pregnant FastIn a heartbreaking turn of events, a California elementary school has been placed on lockdown after a suspected murder-suicide resulted in the deaths of two adults. Reports indicate that at least two others, potentially children, sustained injuries and…
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This Innovative Gadget Simplifies Fertility Tracking Like Never Before
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Heroic Bus Driver Saves 20 Children from a Burning Bus, Claims She’s ‘Just a Mom’
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Can You Imagine the Higher Costs of Being a Woman Compared to a Man?
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
- If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
- My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
- We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringe Menu Lifestyle Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations by Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016 As October arrives, the vibrant hues of autumn foliage emerge, and corn mazes and haunted houses spring to life. You guessed it, it’s that time of year again! Just as the leaves shift their colors, America turns pink…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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My Misguided Notions of Motherhood: A Recipe for Burnout
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We’re With Her: Love Triumphs Over Hate
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Science Says Kids Inherit Their Intelligence from Mom, and Dads Can Only Laugh
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It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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Yes, There Are Excellent Bras for Larger Busts
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When You’ve Reached Your Limit
home insemination syringe Menu Parenting When You’ve Reached Your Limit by Caroline Miller Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 25, 2016 My mother once walked out on us — raising her hands in frustration, turning her back, and leaving. We never blamed her; after all, we had pushed her to the edge. She returned…
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American Academy of Pediatrics Revises ‘No Screens Under 2’ Policy
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