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How to cope with baby envy
When your uterus aches at the mere sight of a pregnant woman, an ultrasound photo on Facebook brings you to tears, and you can’t bear to attend another baby shower, you’ve got baby envy. The first step...
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Icelandic teen named “Girl” battling to change her name
One Icelandic teen is suing her country because the name her mother gave her, Blaer, isn’t on the country’s list of approved names and is considered "masculine" so they changed her name to Stulka —...
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Eating disorders on campus: Why you should talk to your teen
You discussed campus safety issues and concerns with your college student, but did you ever think to talk about healthy eating habits? Eating disorders are popping up on campus and losing some of their...
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Mommy tweets: Bethenny Frankel, Kardashian clan, Jennie Garth
What were on the minds and Twitter feeds of our favorite celebrity moms this first week of 2013? Newly single mom Bethenny Frankel tweeted about her “heartbroken” split from Jason Hoppy, while the...
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Making gifts to children even after the holidays
The holiday gift-giving season may be over, but that doesn't mean that we are done giving — especially when it comes to our children. Keep in mind that giving gifts, even to kids, can have tax...
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The new tax picture in 2013
What a difference a week makes. After months of “will they or won’t they?” — they did. Both houses of Congress passed a tax deal this week and they did so overwhelmingly and in a nonpartisan fashion:...
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What makes a good childhood?
As parents, we want only the best for our children and topping the list is a happy, healthy, well-adjusted little person. We talked to child development experts to learn some simple ways you can tell...
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Does your child have groom gloom?
Do you ever wonder why your child doesn't want to shower? It's time to stop pulling out your hair over his dirty mop and get him to hit those showers — willingly. The anti-clean kid?Do you ever wonder...
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Autism: Breaking up is hard to do
About half of marriages end in divorce, and for parents of children with special needs, the divorce statistics are even more grim. Though all relationships can be trying and stressful — with or without...
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Morning-after pill: Should teens carry one?
The debate over the morning-after pill has heated up again. The American Academy of Pediatrics recently recommended that all teen girls be given a prescription for the morning-after pill at their...
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Natural remedies to cure your kids' colds
Turn to the pantry instead of the pediatrician to soothe your kids' sniffles this season. Experts offer up their all-natural, go-to tips to keep kids cold-free. Kid-friendly DIY cold remediesnatural...
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Moms on parenting boys
If you pictured yourself with girls and saw your future filled with hair bows and frilly dresses, but instead were blessed with bow ties and monster trucks, take this advice from real moms on raising...
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Master negotiations
If you’ve ever had to get a resistant child to leave a public place without having a complete meltdown or found yourself pulling your hair out over days of unsuccessful potty training, you’ve probably...
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Parents are allowed to be imperfect
Are you feeling pressure to be the perfect parent? The good news is that you already are perfect — as an imperfect parent. It's ok to make mistakesAre you feeling pressure to be the perfect parent? The...
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Dolls with Down syndrome characteristics spur questions
For centuries, children have played with dolls that continue to take on more detailed, sophisticated appearances. But do “Down syndrome dolls” go too far? Spotlighting differencesDo we need Down...
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Spoiled rotten: Why you shouldn't coddle your kids
Spoiled kids often develop into self-absorbed adults with a lack of self-control and a major sense of entitlement. No matter if your children are toddlers or teens, it isn't too late to stop spoiling...
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Jada Pinkett Smith defends her parenting style
Parenting takes a crazy turn when your child becomes a tween. When Jada Pinkett Smith’s 12-year-old daughter Willow decided to shave off her previously full head of hair, her mother didn’t think twice....
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The digital mom's guide to blogging conferences 2013
There are mom blogs, food blogs, lifestyle blogs and so many more... and for everyone, there is a conference perfect for the genre. When are the conferences in 2013 and who are they best for? Best...
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Managing technology and family
Technology can certainly be convenient, but it can also be a distraction too. Unfortunately in many families, parents and children are becoming more disconnected from each other than in years past due...
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An age-by-age guide to buying toys
Based on child development research, the following guide will help in your selection of toys for various age groups. Some playthings are recommended for more than one age category, as children of...
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