Month: July 2023
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Why ‘Free to Be…You and Me’ Remains a Pivotal Album of Our Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast 1972 was a year of significant cultural shifts. With the passing of Title IX, which banned discrimination based on sex in educational institutions, and the launch of Ms. magazine, the world was ready for a revolution. Enter Marlo Thomas and Friends with their groundbreaking album, Free to Be…You and Me. This collection…
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Why I Never Encouraged My Kids to Pursue Sports or Extracurricular Activities
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I Thought My Child Didn’t Need Preschool — I Was Mistaken
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Moms Are Just Figuring It Out: Busting Common Myths
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Why I Choose to Maintain Connections with My Ex-Partners
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A Day in the Life of a Grieving Parent
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I’m Left to Manage My Own Health Due to My Weight
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Should You Pray to a God You Don’t Believe In?
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Why Turning 40 is Preferable to 29
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Welcome to Montessori School: A Glimpse into Daily Life
low cost IUI So, you’ve enrolled your child in a Montessori school? Here’s a glimpse into what you might expect, as captured in their daily updates: First Day Adventures What a wonderful first day for Mia! She appears to be thriving in her individual work, perhaps because she prefers her own company! Day Two: A…