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Back-to-school blues: Mom edition
Forget the kids, they couldn't be more excited. Your daughter has the same home room as her BFF and your son got the coolest backpack at the store. But you? You're not exactly jumping for joy. It's...
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Mommy guilt: “You” time versus “kid” time
If there was one critical lesson that all moms should learn, it wouldn't be how to help your baby fall sleep, sanitize a sippy cup or even how to handle a poopy diaper blowout on an airplane. Nope. It...
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6 Things to do before bed every night
Before you go to bed every night, take a little time to wind down and get prepared for the next day. You'll find your home and family will be more organized, and you'll be a lot happier if you do these...
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Don't lose your non-mom friends when you become a mom
It's easy to get lost in the abyss of new motherhood, but don't leave your non-mom friends behind! They are the ones who can remind you who you used to be before you became a mom — you'll need that...
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Minivans to martinis: What moms won't give up (for nothin'!)
You might know your minivan is so "soccer mom" or your need to knock back a cocktail at the end of a long day with the kids is so "Sippy cups and Chardonnay" of you, but you don't care. They may be mom...
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Working Mom 3.0: Is your downtime depleting?
The wee hours of the morning, late nights and kids' nap time can be the greatest gateways to productivity and private time for a work-at-home mom. But, are you spending your downtime in ways that...
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Practicing Gratitude: A healthy reminder
Sometimes it takes hearing another woman's story of survival to help you see that in many ways you aren't truly living... that in some ways, you’re living on autopilot. Ellie Schoenberger and Heather...
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When girlfriends are bad for you
Every mom needs a friend to confide in, but if yours leaves you feeling down when you actually needed a lift, it may be time to evaluate your friendship. Are your mom friends positive or poisonous?...
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Is it possible to spend too much time with your kids?
Spending quality time with your kids is one of the joys of parenting but when you’re with your kids all the time, it may be tough to feel the joy. Finding a balance between spending time with your kids...
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Selfish mom 101: Why all moms should enroll
So what if you don’t enjoy sitting on the sidelines of your child’s soccer game. Who cares if it’s not your bag to volunteer at the bake sale. No matter that you won’t extend the kids’ bedtimes because...
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Give yourself more time
Your day starts in a rush and continues on pretty much at the same pace until the end of the day when you collapse on your bed and have to struggle to quiet your mind chatter so you can get some sleep...
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Embrace the art of “bad” mothering
In the age of Scary Mommy, where women are owning up to ignoring the five-second rule, sobbing in the shower about their lives and doing anything but having sex with their partner, “bad” mothering is...
View ArticleHow to get your groove back after having a baby
During pregnancy you prepare by researching and buying gadgets and gizmos that sound fantastic for your baby’s development. But nothing can truly prepare you for the moment your baby is passed to you....
View ArticleMommy's day out guide
Every busy mom deserves some time to do nothing more than pamper herself. Give yourself the go-ahead for some well-deserved mommy time and then follow our guide for a relaxing mommy's day out.
View ArticleOur favorite 30-seconds-of-me-time snacks
The next time you need to take a time-out and enjoy a quick moment that's all about you, treat yourself to one of these quick and easy snacks.
View ArticleTricks to scoring alone time in a busy household
If you're a mom with young children, it may seem impossible to score some much-needed alone time. Good news: We know how to get away from even the busiest household to relax and recharge. .
View ArticleBloggers take a break with Lindt chocolate
How often do you do something just for you? Five bloggers tell us their favorite ways to get a little "me time."
View Article3 Simple tips to being the best mom, partner and self
Moms everywhere know how easy it is to get overwhelmed with our daily tasks. It is challenging to take care of ourselves while meeting the needs of our children and our partners.
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Everyday inspiration: Consume a story
Photo credit: Mallivan/iStock/360/Getty Images Challenge: consume a story Why? If reading means scanning your friends' latest Facebook updates, it's time to treat your brain to something better....
View ArticleGet even more "me time" this school year
Set the alarm Even if you're not a morning person, getting up early is a sure-fire way to grab a few moments alone before the chaos begins. Enjoy a few stretches as the sun rises, take a relaxing...
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