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We Don't Need a Break, We Need One Another

"Do you even love me?" As soon as the words left my lips I wanted to take them back. What if he said no?

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A Mommy War Peace Accord

Band together, mamas.

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Parents Are the Ultimate Optimists

It's basically by necessity.

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You May Not be My Husband, But Our Kids Are Lucky You're Their Dad

It feels weird to call ourselves “single moms” because we are technically single, but we're not alone in raising our children.

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How 20 Bucks and a Miter Saw Made My Life as a New Parent Easier

Here’s the problem: For able-bodied parents, getting a crib involves setting a budget and picking out a crib. But for me, cribs are a lot more complicated.

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5 Ways to Support Siblings of Children with Special Needs

The needs of siblings are unique as well.

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Stop Trying to Parent Like the French

But croissants are never a bad idea.

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How To Raise A Good Person – Instead Of One Who Is Just Afraid Of Being Bad

They have to be motivated by more than just fear of getting in trouble.

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I'll Make It Last as Long as I Can

As he blew out three candles on his cake, I wondered how time had passed so quickly. Tonight, while he's still small, I'll make it last longer.

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"The Boke of Chyldren” 6 Centuries-Old Lessons for Modern Parents

Oh, your baby doesn't sleep? Well, turns out they haven't for at least 500 years.

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Nurture When Needed- Lessons of Parenting Learned While Gardening

Compost is another good metaphor: present failures will yield future successes.

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You Can Do It! A Pep Talk for Parents During Cold & Flu Season

Of course there are suggestions for avoiding colds and flu, but even with all of these preventions, sick days are almost unavoidable.

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The Highs and Lows of Working at Home

It's all fun and games until your "co-worker" maniacally smashes crackers into the carpet.

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How Not to Be a Dipshit Parent: Installment A

A tenet that used to annoy me, but now brings me a measure of comfort: It is what it is. Things are what they are.

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10 Things Today's Kids Do That We Never Did

At the risk of sounding ancient, these moments stand in stark contrast to my upbringing and what was deemed acceptable.

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Help Your Kid Overcome a No-Win Situation

Helping children understand their underlying beliefs enables them to skillfully navigate the conflicting and harmful messages they receive.

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How to Raise an Adult Who Remains Civil Even When They Disagree

Well, the last few months have been fun, right?

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What I Worry I'll Impart on My Daughter

I’m scared of all the ways I am unfit to be a mother of a daughter.