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Posted March 4, 2010 - 08:01 by Rhonda Franz
Social Skills, Time Management, Work Balance, Pre School, Relationships, K-8, High School
A new study suggests there are less-than-favorable perceptions of children whose moms work full-time. Is society really judging the children of working mothers? Or is it just more fodder for the Mommy Wars?
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Posted February 23, 2010 - 07:55 by Lain Ehmann
No Children Zone
Take a scoop of Steve Carell's "Dan in Real Life" (2007) add in a couple helpings of Steve Martin's "Parenthood" (1989) and what do you have? "Parenthood," 2010-style, a new drama series from NBC launching this March.
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Posted February 12, 2010 - 07:18 by Lain Ehmann
Sex & Relationships, No Children Zone
Parenting and romance don't always go hand-in-hand, but it is possible to eke out a little "us" time between the diapers and the hockey practices. This week's round-up includes tips for adding a little sparkle to the most important relationship in your life.
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Posted February 8, 2010 - 03:00 by Sonja Stewart
Education, Pre School, K-8, Allergies, Wellness, High School, Higher Education, Parent-Teacher, Extra Curricular
If you think that rescuing your child is protecting them from the harsh realities of life, you may just be delaying the inevitable. Here's how to put your parenting back into perspective.
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Posted January 20, 2010 - 09:36 by Rhonda Franz
Education, Health, Nutrition, Pre School, Wellness, K-8, High School, Higher Education, Parent-Teacher
Last fall, in an apparent effort to combat current rates of poor diet and obesity, Lincoln University in Pennsylvania required anyone with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or above to take a fitness course.
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Posted January 19, 2010 - 09:14 by Lain Ehmann
Time Management, Work Balance
When I first heard about Mika Brzezinski's book, “All Things at Once,” (Weinstein Books, 2009), I was excited to read a book by a working mom who claims to have found a way to balance home and a very public, very demanding professional life. The flap copy sold me: “...Mika Brzezinski's illuminating book shows us all how to reach our full potential in all areas of life, at every stage of the journey.” Count me in!
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Posted January 15, 2010 - 14:54 by Rhonda Franz
Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Allergies, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders
Other than sunshine, the most common vitamin D source is usually considered to be cow’s milk. But as goes the good stuff, so goes the bad. Cow’s milk contains saturated fat and cholesterol, ingredients both linked to heart disease.
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Posted December 31, 2009 - 08:23 by Lela Davidson
Home Life, Time Management, Work Balance, Culture, Wellness
Resolutions -- I know, I hate them too, but I’m making two subjective and non-measurable resolutions this year. And my 2010 will be the better for them. I feel it!
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Posted December 10, 2009 - 09:00 by Lela Davidson
Health, Healthcare, Allergies, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders
Moms, the science is clear: get happy! If not your family will suffer. It's not about moods, it's about health.
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Posted December 2, 2009 - 13:11 by Lain Ehmann
Home Life, Shopping, Entertainment, Time Management
As my nine-year-old and I battled the hordes of shoppers at the discount mall on Black Friday, I pondered on this ironic reality: At what SHOULD be the “most wonderful time of the year,” most parents -– moms in particular -– are stressed out, angry, sleep-deprived, and downright nasty.
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Posted September 3, 2009 - 05:53 by Marla Walters
Time Management
Keep movin’, movin’, movin’, Though they’re disaprovin’, Keep them dogies movin’, Rawhide! Don’t try to understand ‘em
Just rope and throw and grab ‘em Soon we’ll all be living high and wide . . .(Frankie Laine) When I think about the process of getting a child to school on time, this song comes to mind. I guess my word association makes me think of herding cattle.
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Posted August 11, 2009 - 08:32 by Sonja Stewart
Etiquette, Sex & Relationships, Conflict Resolution, Relationships, Wellness
Before you take that disagreement with your spouse to the bedroom, think about how your children may learn of it. It's a fine line, but if you can play by the rules, your kids will benefit from your “heated discussion,” and pick up some valuable tools.
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Posted August 7, 2009 - 16:02 by Linsey Knerl
No Children Zone, Time Management, Work Balance
Working from home is the pits sometimes. When the beauty of watching your kids grow up rushes headlong into looming deadlines and "SHHH! Mommy's on a work call!"-- it's time to get some perspective. Here is a batch of fresh ideas, tips, and humor for those Work-At-Home parents we know.
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Posted August 2, 2009 - 10:11 by Sonja Stewart
Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders
If you're a woman, feeling depressed, run-down, anxious, or exhausted, chances are your hormones are out of whack. Fortunately, there are simple things you can do that will make a huge difference in the way you feel. A simple vitamin supplement may be all you need to get that pep back in your step.
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Posted July 29, 2009 - 07:22 by Sonja Stewart
Babysitters & Nannies, Entertainment, Sex & Relationships
The thought of cooking at home this year for my anniversary made me physically ill. I needed to get out. So my husband and I had to figure out how to make it work while staying within our budget. We managed it fine and had a fantastic time to boot. Here are some simple tips we figured out.
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Posted March 18, 2009 - 07:51 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
No Children Zone, Sex & Relationships, Sex Ed, Relationships
So you don't love your wife right now. Big deal. You divorce that woman who brought your children into the world and you are in for a heap of guilt and angst that will, rest assured be entirely your fault. Something to think about guys, on your way to dissolving your family unit.
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Posted February 23, 2009 - 17:51 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
Education, Work Balance, Pre School, K-8, Parent-Teacher
Does your kid's school ask you to volunteer? Why should you have to? Do you do your dishes when you go to a restaurant? DO you read your own X-rays at the hospital? Why are we supposed to be in the classroom?
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Posted February 14, 2009 - 19:54 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
Home Life, New Parents, Sex & Relationships, Culture, Relationships
Why do we keep our young children in a room all the way down the hall from us? Why do we spend too much money fixing up Ikea showroom like rooms for them when they really want to be with us? Why do we think it's weird to sleep with our children when most of the world does it? Wake up, America, and go to sleep with your children.
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Posted December 15, 2008 - 15:17 by Lori Kerrigan
Finances, Shopping, Entertainment, Wellness
Are you getting ready to entertain for the holidays, but are feeling like your house is looking a little “frumpy”? Or are you ready to ring in the New Year, with a new “feel” to your old house? But…money is tight and the “decorating budget” is non-existent? What do you do...get creative!
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Posted November 30, 2008 - 20:11 by Carrie Kirby
Wellness
How could a mother -- no matter how depressed -- choose suicide when it means leaving your child forever? Paula Kamen's "Finding Iris Chang" helps explain how it happened to one brilliant supermom.
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