There’s Nothing Better than My Boy’s Hugs
There's nothing better than his hugs. It's been said that autistic people lack empathy. That couldn't be farther from the…
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By Amanda Nelson Life Happens at Our Dining Room Table
I wish I could be one of those people who didn’t mind a little dirt in the house. Who didn’t…
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By Samantha Krieger When Mommy Needs Meds Again
Recently, I took a step of faith in my personal and mental health—a choice that was important for not only…
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When Tweens and Teens Want To Talk, Stop Everything and Listen
On Friday evenings, my husband and I usually have a date night at home. We put the children to bed,…
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As a Special Needs Mom, I Plan Because I Have To
I am often amazed at how people scrutinize me because of my compelling need to control my schedule and calendar.…
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By Sarah Trombley Listen to Their Endless Chatter Now So They’ll Talk to You as Tweens and Teens
I’m a talker. I’m a spill-the-beans, over-sharing, rambling on about my latest fascination chatterbox. I love words, and so do…
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By Kelsey Scism Summer Mom Is My Hardest Job
One week ago today, “summer” became official in my house. We had a relaxed morning with no alarm clocks, we…
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Mine Is the Child In a Wheelchair—Please Don’t Be Afraid of Her
Imagine this: You are waiting in the doctor’s office with your child, and across from you sits a little girl…
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I Am the Owner of a Thousand Pound Heart
With each child, my heart has gotten heavier. At first, it was one. One cry. One colic. One bump on…
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Becoming a Mother In Two Hours: My Foster Parent Journey to Adoption
I became a mother in a very unconventional way. Sure, we took a year to complete classes and trainings and…
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The Dressing Room Requires Patience as the Mom of a Teen
My overstuffed mom purse bumps into elbows and racks as I shepherd another dress into the fitting room. Nothing is…
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A New Friend Is Worth the Effort
I moved to Los Angeles—sight unseen—when I was in my 20s. After working in film and television production for many…
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