Boy Scouts uphold ban on gay members and leaders
The Boy Scouts of America have refueled the fire by reaffirming their ban on gay Boy Scouts and leaders recently. Read on to decide if they were in the right or if this is an organization you don’t...
View ArticleHome birth, without a midwife: Unassisted childbirth
Meet Amy, mom of four. Her last baby was born at home, which isn't unusual, until you learn that she had no medical attendant present — at all. Read on to learn why she and her husband chose that route...
View ArticleIs your defiant child driving you crazy?
Children often go against what their parents say and ask of them, but when it starts to concern you — or affect your mood and family dynamics — how do you identify your child’s negative behaviors and...
View ArticleMommy tweets: Giuliana Rancic’s cord blood tweet, Mariah Carey, Victoria Beckham
What were some of our favorite celebrity moms tweeting about this week? Giuliana Rancic tweeted about banking cord blood, while Gwen Stefani is focused on the new No Doubt album. Victoria Beckham...
View ArticleBalancing motherhood and the Olympics
The London 2012 Olympic Games are set to begin on Friday, July 27, 2012. Many of the women who are participating in the Summer Games are more than athletes, they are also moms. Let's learn a little...
View ArticleGo to your happy place
Lunches packed? Check. Bills paid? Check. Underwear fished out of the toilet? Check. If you're a busy mom in need of a little TLC in the stress department, you've come to the right place. Learn simple...
View Article6 Young adult books you’ll want to borrow from your teen
Looking for a hobby to share with your teen? Try reading the same books. Start your own family book club with these six young adult books that will capture your imagination as well as your teen’s....
View ArticleYou don't have to go to Walt Disney World
Fighting the crowds at Disneyland isn't the only way to experience princesses, parades and fireworks on your family vacation. When traveling with kids, go beyond the mouse with these creative summer...
View ArticleTwo steps forward, let’s make it three: Marissa Mayer, take a real maternity...
Undoubtedly you have heard all the chatter online about new Yahoo! CEO Marissa Mayer. A long-time executive for Google, she's the youngest CEO of a Fortune 500 company... and she's pregnant. Moms at...
View ArticleReal moms share: What does the tooth fairy bring at your house?
Don't let your kids catch you reading this article! Real moms tell us about the Tooth Fairy traditions at their home — how much does she bring, does she bring more for certain teeth, does she bring...
View ArticleBlogHer: How to get brands to notice your mom blog
You know your mom blog stands out, but how do you get the brands at BlogHer '12 to know it too? Here's how to connect with brands and make them want to work with you. You know your mom blog stands out,...
View ArticleColorado Dark Knight theater shootings: How to talk to your kids about violence
With the upsetting news about a mass shooting at a Colorado movie theater during a midnight premiere of Dark Knight Rises, the newest installment of the Batman film series, you may be wondering how...
View ArticleTop 10 toys for fine motor skill development
One of your child's most important and challenging jobs is developing his fine motor skills that he'll need for everything from picking up Cheerios to one day tying his own shoes. Offer up these fun...
View ArticleBreastfeeders planning a nurse-in at the Capitol Building
A peaceful nurse-in will be taking place August 4 on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building to raise breastfeeding awareness as well as support and empower nursing moms. Read on to learn about what...
View ArticlePracticing Gratitude: Rediscovering reading
I’ve always had a stack of books on my nightstand. Both fiction and non-fiction titles waited in a neat pile for me to crack their covers. As a grad student, buried in novels, literary criticism and...
View ArticleThe summer’s hottest strollers and car seats
These strollers and car seats not only look good, they keep your little one safe and comfortable in the warm summer weather – and beyond. Stroll and travel with some of the summer’s most popular baby...
View ArticlePooping with pizazz
Is it better to have a potty seat in the family room or the bathroom? Better to use the big toilet or a little toilet? Better to initiate or let your child ask to nix the diapers? Pediatricians and...
View ArticleEssential craft supplies to keep in the house
Are your kids inspired by arts and crafts activities at school, camp or by their friends' creations? Create an arts and crafts area or kit to keep your home stocked with these essential craft supplies...
View ArticleElegant baby names for your debutante
Are you looking for the perfect elegant baby name for your future debutante? We have rounded up gorgeous baby girl names, including sophisticated baby names, French baby names and royal baby names....
View ArticlePretty and practical storage for Baby's room
Babies come with a lot of stuff, and it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the toys, books, clothes, diapers and everything else that finds its way into the nursery. Don’t get stressed – get organized...
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