By Christa Barnet Autism Is Not a Political Pawn: A Mother’s Plea
The CDC quietly changed its stance on autism and vaccines recently, saying, “studies supporting a link have been ignored by…
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By Caitlin Van Hefty The Mental Load of a Food Allergy Mom
A mother’s mental load can be so overwhelming. The to-do list is never-ending. Booking the appointments, packing the backpacks, planning…
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When the Magic Fades and January Settles In
January always feels a little strange, doesn’t it? The lights come down.The wrapping paper is long gone.The calendar turns a…
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Facing Problems? Go for a Walk.
With budgets tightening and underconsumption becoming the quiet trend we all need, many are learning to embrace what’s free. Whether…
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By Tammy Douglas My Anxious Daughter Blossomed into a Confident Woman
“Mama, it hurts,” she said, pounding one tiny fist against her chest and the other to her forehead. I sighed,…
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By Allison Ludwig Rebuilding from the Rubble: A Single Mom’s Love Story (Sort of)
When people ask how I’m doing, I’ve started saying, “We’re thriving… in a chaotic, heavily-caffeinated, emotionally-unraveling kind of way.” It’s…
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By Lissy Bauer Sharenting Shame: When Parenting Collides with Social Media
The first time my daughter told me to delete a photo, she was 10 years old. I had just posted…
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By Keri Forsythe-Stephens Catch-42: An Ode to Midlife
The night started in what can only be described as a mother’s paradise. The kids were downstairs—maybe being watched by…
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What the Difficult Person on Your Christmas List Really Wants
We’ve all got one on our Christmas list. The difficult person to shop for, or the person who could have…
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Mental Health Is Health—Take Care of Yours
The journey to find regulation in our emotional health can be lifelong, especially after becoming a mother. You’re on this…
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By Leslie Means If I Can Do It, You Can Do It: Get the Colonoscopy
I have a crappy stomach. (In a moment, you will really appreciate that pun.) For years, foods have caused discomfort.…
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By Katarina Bohn My Son Is a Living Reminder of My Dad In Heaven
I was 17 years old and a senior in high school when my father passed away after a lengthy battle…
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