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Elementary School Embraces Research and Eliminates Homework
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Let’s Get Real About Sex: 5 Tips to Boost Your Confidence in Discussing Your Desires
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Navigating Parental Attention Deficit Disorder: A Modern Challenge
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9 Things About Reese Witherspoon’s New Site That Make Me Long for the South
Structure. Living in the Northeast, we often feel blindsided by the steamy summer heat—especially in July. We sweat and hope for relief from the sweltering days that stretch on without end. But Southerners? They’re prepared for the fiery embrace of…
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Mommy Deserves a Sick Day, For Real
Get Pregnant FastRecently, my husband has been feeling under the weather. Yesterday, he took a sick day from work, spending the bulk of it curled up on the couch, surrounded by tissues. He certainly looked unwell, but to his credit,…
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Understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnea During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant FastIf you’re expecting, you might have noticed that sleep is becoming a bit of a challenge. Many pregnant women report more sleep disturbances than usual, which is totally normal given the changes your body is going through. However,…
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Mothers Experience More Stress Than Fathers, According to Recent Study
Get Pregnant FastA team of researchers from the University of Michigan, the University of Wisconsin, and the Family Dynamics Center has discovered something that isn’t exactly breaking news: moms are feeling more stressed and less fulfilled than dads when it…
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Eight Key Insights I’ve Gained From My Journey as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant FastBeing a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) has been one of the most fulfilling yet challenging roles I’ve taken on. After years of juggling multiple jobs, I thought I knew what hard work entailed. But transitioning to full-time caregiver for…
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Is Heartburn an Indicator of Pregnancy?
Get Pregnant FastCould that burning sensation in your stomach suggest you might be pregnant? Let’s explore how to identify this symptom and what you can do to alleviate it.Is Heartburn an Early Sign of Pregnancy?Experiencing heartburn more frequently than usual?…
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A Call to Hollywood: Respect Our ’80s Nostalgia
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Beverly Cleary: Celebrating a Century of Inspiring Young Readers
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The Joyful Chaos of Cooking with Tweens (And Why It’s Beneficial)
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How to Reduce Sibling Squabbles!
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Am I a Soccer Mom?
Menu Parenting Am I a Soccer Mom? home insemination syringe Updated: July 9, 2020 Originally Published: May 12, 2005 One afternoon, while driving my 8-year-old to soccer practice, a realization struck me: I fit the mold of a soccer mom—a familiar stereotype of the suburban, middle-aged mother who often finds herself in the spotlight during…
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Sharing the Joys of the ’80s with My Children
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How to Manage Your Bikini Line While Maintaining a Natural Look
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A Message From Our Founder
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The Evening I Realized the Advantages of Being Divorced
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Why Embracing 40 Can Be a Positive Experience
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