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Toddler Course Catalog: Spring 2015
home insemination syringeWe are pleased to present the course offerings for the Spring 2015 semester. If your child is nearing their second birthday, please consult with your educational advisor regarding the registration process.Class OfferingsPants and How to Avoid ThemThis introductory…
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Essential Insights for Your Return to Work After Maternity Leave
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When Depression Overshadows Your Pregnancy Journey
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The 7 Most Iconic Carly Simon Songs to Commemorate Her Birthday
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11 Empowering Individuals Who Overcame Adversity and Emerged Resilient
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When I Realized My Child Has Grown Up
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I Can Explain Hillary Clinton to My Kids — But Not Donald Trump
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Can You Really Assess a Man by the Length of His Fingers?
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10 Actions to Avoid When Your Partner Is Expecting
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A Brilliant and Essential Reminder for Little League Parents
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- A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
- How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
- 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
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A Message to the Disruptors at Kids’ Sports Events
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Tweens and Teens
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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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