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The Guidance I Can’t Offer My Teenage Daughter
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I Save the ‘Good Stuff’ for After Bedtime
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A Heartfelt Tribute to NICU Nurses from a NICU Mom
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When Your Teen Clams Up: 4 Strategies to Encourage Open Dialogue
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10 Mistakes I Hope My Kids Won’t Make
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Why HGTV’s Joanna Gaines Resonates with Me
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Passengers Applaud as Boy Suffers Allergic Reaction During Flight
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The Importance of Early Reading: A Pediatrician’s Insight
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This Letter from Frustrated Neighbors Highlights Parenting Challenges in America
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10 Insights Only Parents of Biters Can Relate To
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- It’s Official: As a Parent, I’m Almost Obsolete
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Battling Breast Cancer for Future Generations
home insemination syringeMenuLifestyleBattling Breast Cancer for Future Generationsby Lila Thompson Oct. 22, 2016As 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 in recognition of National Breast…
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If You’re Unsure About Kids, Maybe You Shouldn’t Have Them
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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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When You’ve Reached Your Limit
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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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