Who Loves the First Day of School...THIS KID!

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Dogs Actually do Understand Your Speech and Intonation

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5 Things Middle School Teachers Want You to Know Before School Starts

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Middle school is a big transition for kids. Being prepared can quell anxiety and set them up for success.

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12 Easy Steps to Creating a Chaotic and Messy House

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The classic case of "if you can't beat 'em, join 'em." They'll move out eventually and you can finally clean up then.

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How to Plan and Negotiate Your Maternity Leave Like a Boss

by Rebecca Lang

It's not easy to approach your company (or a company you hope to work for) with the needs of pregnancy. These tips can help.

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There Is Beauty in a Disgustingly Messy Minivan

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When it feels like you spend more time in the car shuttling kids all over than you do in your actual home, things can get a little messy.

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Why Every Boy Should Have a Doll

by Julia Pelly

One mother's quest to provide her son with more options later in life by making sure he plays with dolls now.

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Sugar in Breast Milk Could Protect Babies From Infection

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Why are Parents so Afraid to Leave Kids Alone?

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iPAD Use Pre-Surgery Can Help Calm Anxiety in Kids

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Doesn't Stretch & Not Comfortable, Not For Me-Back to School

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The Lullaby That Could Ruin Your Kids

by Rebecca Lang

The original lyrics to You Are My Sunshine are a big old pile of baggage to lay at a kid's feet. How about these instead?

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"The Parents' Ten": All You Need to Predict Parenting Success

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“The Parents’ Ten” details the competencies that psychologists found to predict good parenting outcomes in order from most to least important.

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What Happens When Moms Bully Each Other Online?

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We'd like to expect more from a group of peers, but when it's possible to hide behind a computer, things can get ugly.

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Stop Googling and Call Your Mother

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In the age of information we are relying less on the most vital source we have as moms – our own mothers.

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Makeup Helps Me Feel Like More Than Just a Mom

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I learned how to contour from some of the best in the business. Drag Queens. I'm the most made up mom at the bus stop, and that's fine by me.

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Emotional Flexibility for Teen Girls and Their Mothers A True Benefit

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How to Survive a Nightmare Postpartum Trainwreck

by Katherine Clover

The weeks after childbirth can be some of the most difficult you'll ever experience. Here are some suggestions to help you make it through.

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10 Simple Reasons You Really Need to Try Cloth Diapers

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If you're intimidated or overwhelmed by the thought of cloth diapering, don't be! It's easier than you think.

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How to Raise Good Money Managers

by Kimberly Yavorski

Even if you don't totally rock managing your finances, there's no reason you can't raise kids who do. Using these guidelines you can set them up to prosper.

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Your Kid's Not a Bookworm? Here's What You Need to Know

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We all know reading has lifelong benefits. But what can you do when your kid just doesn't enjoy sticking their nose in a book?

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A Lazy Parent's Guide to Crappy Bedtime Stories

by Julie Vick

It's late. You're tired. Your Netflix queue is overflowing. These stories can wrap up the bedtime routine in 15 seconds or less.

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WE Movement Co-Founder Craig Kielburger Can Help You Raise Service-Oriented Kids

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An interview with Craig Kielburger about the ways his organization, WE Movement, is helping kids experience the life-changing power of giving back.

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Out Here in the Wild: An Ode to Mothering Boys

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Dreams of mothering a little girl shift to the reality of mothering a perfectly wild and wonderful little boy.

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