What to Expect When You’re Expecting a Teen
It’s amazing when you are pregnant that there are books, magazines, and websites — not to mention any person you come in contact with when you are sporting a baby …
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Should You Track Your Teenager’s Location?
The year was 2010, one year before Apple’s ‘Find My Friends’ feature was released. My son was in the tenth grade and had just started driving. So, of course, I …
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We Can’t Find Time to Have Sex Anymore
Are any other parents having trouble figuring out how to have sex when their kids are home all the time? We’d already been through all the stages, or so we …
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Watching Parenthood with My 13-Year-Old
“Hey Mommy,” my 13-year-old says. “Want to watch another episode of Parenthood with me?” Of course I do! I stop what I’m doing and settle in next to her on …
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A Surprising Christmas Gift for Your Teen
Last year, my son suddenly got interested in cooking. When his birthday rolled around, we wanted to get him a present that would support his newfound interest. A chef’s knife? …
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My Husband and I Don’t Exchange Christmas Gifts, Here’s Why
“We’re sticking with the same plan as always, right?” As we tidied up our Thanksgiving meal and switched gears to Christmas planning, I knew my husband just wanted to double …
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Five Trendy Christmas Gifts Your Teenage Daughter Will Love
The holiday season has finally rolled around, which means you’ve probably asked your daughter the “Hey what would you like for Christmas?” question by now. Their usual response is the …
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Can Anyone Tell Me How to Get My 13-Year-Old to Clean Up?
Here’s just a small smattering of the little treats I find around the house on a daily basis: • A plate containing half a pancake. Precisely half a pancake, carefully …
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Five Girlfriends that Are Key to a Full Life
Throughout the years, I have been blessed with some amazing female friends. I appreciate the diverse range of friendships that I have, as they have all played a part in …
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What Type of Mom Are You?
Mom-typing was a thing for a hot minute. The Tiger Mom. The Helicopter Mom. The Crunchy Mom. The Free-Range Mom. But it seemed just as soon as a new mom …
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Why Can’t A Woman Have a Normal Night Out?
I have a tattoo that says, “She’s battling things her smile will never tell you about.” It’s to remind me everyone is vulnerable, we all hurt, we all have pain. …
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From an Entrepreneur Mom to Her Daughters
A few days ago, my daughters and I were hiking a massive sand dune, hoping to enjoy sweeping views of Lake Michigan from the top. But before we set out, …
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The Five Girlfriends Every Woman Should Have in Her Life
Throughout the years, I have been blessed with some amazing female friends. I appreciate the diverse range of friendships that I have, as they have all played a part in …
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Finding Love in the Time of a Pandemic: Tips for Online Dating
In a time when social distancing is a must, the staying-at-home, working-from-home, everything-has-screeched-to-a-halt life has increased anxiety, fear and depression across the board. What do you do when you’re single …
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Ways to Support Your Child’s Remote Schooling
A few weeks down and many more to go. That’s the story resonating in homes across the US as families navigate the new adventure of remote schooling, potentially long-term. For …
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