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5 Hurdles in Forming Connections with Fellow Moms
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How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby?
Get Pregnant FastHey there, expecting parents! If you’re gearing up for a new addition to your family, you might be bracing yourself for some serious sticker shock when it comes to baby expenses. With the rising costs of everyday items,…
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Every Student Contributes to a Unique Rock Art Installation for a Meaningful Elementary School Project
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My Child Requested a Week of ‘Mom Camp’
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Congratulations! You’re Fired: The Realities of Parenting
Get Pregnant FastWhen I embarked on the journey of motherhood, I quickly discovered several truths that no one really shared with me. Here are three of them: Labor is far more painful than you can possibly prepare for. Breastfeeding can…
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I’m Happy My Kids Are Growing Up
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Embracing the Power of Music in Parenting
Get Pregnant FastAt just six years old, I found myself basking in the warm Southern California sun, transforming my living room into a stage as I belted out my own rendition of “Dance: Ten; Looks: Three” from A Chorus Line.…
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Accidental Overdoses: A Growing Concern for Children in Homes
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Essential Holiday Gifts for 2019: A Comprehensive Guide
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The 13 Stages of Returning Home from Your Summer Getaway
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- Mom Hilariously Captures the Chaos of Summer Days with Kids
- Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
- Dear President Thompson,
- March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
- My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
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Mom Hilariously Captures the Chaos of Summer Days with Kids
low cost IUIAh, summer vacation! A season meant for sun-soaked adventures, relaxed schedules, and late-night fun—unless, of course, you have kids in tow. For parents, summer often morphs into a whirlwind of squabbles, noise, and sheer pandemonium. The struggle to juggle screen time, activities, and sports schedules can feel like a full-time job.One mom, Sarah…
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Budget Proposal Cuts $9 Billion from Public Education, Diverts Funds to Private Schools
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Dear President Thompson,
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March for Science: A Grassroots Initiative in Washington, D.C.
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My Children Cried It Out, and Now They’re Amazing Sleepers—No Regrets Here!
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What It Means to Be a Parent of a Black Child in 2016: A Physician’s Perspective
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A Contemporary Partner’s Take on the 1963 Fascinating Womanhood’s Guidelines
low cost IUI Fascinating Womanhood, penned by Helen Andelin in 1963, draws from earlier booklets from the 1920s and ’30s. Since its debut, the book has sold over two million copies. Depending on your perspective on feminism, Fascinating Womanhood can either represent the ideal role of women within the family or act as a catalyst…
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Survey Claims 30s is ‘Too Old’ to Hit the Clubs, But Moms Respond: ‘Honestly, I’m Just Too Tired’
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Understanding Men’s Perspectives on Birth Control
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Reflections from Parents of Children With Special Needs: You’re Not Alone
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