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Why I No Longer Stress About My Personal Style
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Muslim Girl Disqualified from Boxing Due to Hijab; Opponent Takes a Stand by Sharing Her Victory
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Farewell, 2016: A Year Best Forgotten
Get Pregnant FastAs the clock ticks toward the New Year, I often find myself cozy in my pajamas, clutching a glass of wine in one hand and a steaming mug of coffee in the other. Staying awake until midnight feels…
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Two Injured Runners Inspire the Olympics During 5,000-Meter Race
Get Pregnant FastIn an extraordinary display of sportsmanship, two injured runners captivated the world during the women’s 5,000-meter final at the Rio Olympics. As the race approached the final stretch, competitors Mia Thompson from the United States and Zoe Larson…
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Thanksgiving Kindness: A Restaurant Owner’s Generous Initiative
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Addressing the Reality of Sexting Among Our Kids
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8 Insights Gained from Attending a Bryan Adams Concert
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The Challenge with Tree of Life Breastfeeding Selfies
Get Pregnant FastThis past weekend, my social media feeds were flooded with a delightful trend: mothers from around the globe started sharing their Tree of Life “brelfies”—a term for breastfeeding selfies—thanks to the popular app PicsArt. (By the way, how…
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This Teacher’s Innovative, Flexible Homework Policy is a Game Changer
Get Pregnant FastLike many parents, I have a love-hate relationship with homework. Research has shown that homework for elementary students can be less effective than we think, and frankly, kids need time to relax and play after enduring a full…
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Gender Bias in Texas Elementary School: A Call for Educational Equality
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
- 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
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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The Weather Channel Takes a Jab at Trump’s Climate Decision
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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…