By Sara Ohlin I’m Done Finding All The Things My Kids Lose
I don’t know how it is in your house, but in our house, this mama right here finds everything. Every.…
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By Stacy Bronec Why I Take My Wild Child Out in Public
“You’re a brave mom for being out in public with him.” I could have easily been offended by the older…
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By Brynn Burger The Ugly Truth About ADHD and Lying: Why Some Kids Choose To Lie Even When The Truth Is Easier
I have never met an adult who hasn't told a lie, usually within that same hour. It happens. We might…
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By Anne Metz A Letter to Teachers in December
Dear Mrs. Soanso and Mrs. Whasername, December has been an incredibly busy month for our family. Aside from regular Christmas…
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By Jenny Leboffe Public Displays of Affection are Good for your Marriage and Family
Kiss me at the door when our work day is done. Hold my hand in the kitchen as we miracle…
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By Tracey Segarra Reconnecting Around the Dinner Table
“Mom, you’ve got to fill out the FAFSA financial aid form this weekend!” “Mom, if I agree to go to…
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By Michelle Koch Santa Isn’t Coming Anymore, But Faith Remains
Tonight, Santa died at our house. Our almost-9-year-old asked in his most serious voice for the truth about Santa Claus…
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By Tayler DiGiacomo May You Know Your Worth, Dear Daughter
My daughter, You have changed me. You were not the one to make me a mom, but you were…
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By Jessica Johnston Being a Mom is Hard, and That’s OK
Today I met some friends in town for coffee and shopping. I ended up bear hugging my four-year-old on a…
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By Janene Dutt Dear Toy Makers, Your “Realistic” Playthings Are A Sham
Realistic dolls! Realistic food! Realistic appliances! I was browsing on a toy retailer's website today and stumbled into the pretend…
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By Whitney Fleming To My Daughter at 9
OK, dear daughter. Bring it in. Time for a halftime pep talk. Soon, you’ll be turning 9. I know. I…
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By Stacey Skrysak It’s OK To Be Sad During The Holiday Season
As I pull out the red and green storage box, I turn on the music. The bells jingle as the…
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