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10 Reasons Why My Cat Is My Favorite Child
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I Cut Ties with My Own Mother
Get Pregnant FastParentingBy Amy Carter Updated: July 16, 2020 Originally Published: Sep. 12, 2011As a child, I often found myself engulfed in a whirlwind of anxiety and confusion, never realizing that my feelings were far from the norm. I mistakenly…
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Understanding the Emotional Journey After Divorce
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I Ignored My Instincts, and It Put My Daughter at Risk
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Is Acne an Indicator of Pregnancy?
Get Pregnant FastIf you’ve noticed an increase in breakouts lately, you might be wondering if pregnancy is the cause. Acne can sometimes serve as an early sign of pregnancy, so let’s explore this possibility and how to manage it.Many people…
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Establishing Guidelines for Tickling Your Children
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Embracing the Sentimental Side of Motherhood
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Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Kids’ Cartoons?
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Florida Mother Accidentally Shot by Her 4-Year-Old Son
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Fifth Grader Breaks Language Barrier to Befriend New Classmate
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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…