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Custody beat; smell Roan's feet
I'd like to personally thank Sharon Stone for making me feel like a better parent.
Jenny McCarthy is an idiot
Since we look to Hollywood to shape our political views, why not our medical ones as well? Actresses Jenny McCarthy and Amanda Peet are having a bit of a spat over the subject of vaccinations.
Everything Old is New Again
You never know when your own fossilization is going to fall on you like a piano from above.
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Latest Headlines »
FDA to rewrite cold medicine ad rules
The Food and Drug Administration is set to rewrite old regulations that dictate how cold and cough medicines can be marketed for children.
Parents sue child services for taking custody
A Tinley Park, Illinois couple is suing the Department of Children and Family Services, claiming they removed their toddler from their home for no cause.
Boy goes on zoo rampage
Looks like we might have a future serial killer in the making.
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Latest Recalls »
More Simplicity brand cribs recalled
Various retailers have announced a voluntary recall of side drop cribs made by Simplicity, Inc.
Abbott recalls Calcilo infant formula
Abbott has announced a voluntary recall of their Calcilo XD infant formula, after it was found the can may have been faulty, letting in air and causing oxidation.
Little Rider toys recalled for lead
The Master Toys and Novelties company have mastered putting lead paint on their Little Rider toys.
Douglas blankets recalled for strangulation hazard
Out of all the things that put our kids in harm's way, we didn't think they're blankie would be one of them.
Beco Butterfly Baby Carriers Recalled for Fall Hazard
Better put down the coffee, lady, you're going to need both hands free to catch your baby.
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Orgasmic Birth
If you’ve been wondering where the hell your “Big O” went, apparently you might want to consider giving birth naturally.
Welcome to the Seventh Grade Language Arts!
Dear Parents (and guardians, I suppose), I am Mrs.
10 Ways to Have Your Very Own Picky Eater
You know, I envy moms who complain their children won’t eat spinach or turn their noses up at pot roast.
An Open Letter to Sarah Palin
Dear Gov. Palin, Yes, it's me again. I told you I'd be back in touch.
The Names
This time last year, my dear friend, Dana Tuske (who also is a columnist here at the Imperfect Parent) asked me if I would consider being one of her guest bloggers at The Dana Files and I was very honored by the compliment.
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Growing Pains

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By Elizabeth Thompson
I love watching scary movies - especially, at this time of year - but, I’m not talking about the slice and dice slasher films, where the body count is higher than the I.

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This Is Not Your Father's Pinewood Derby
Much has changed since my Cub Scout days.
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Momifesto
What I learned the hard way through extreme Attachment Parenting
By Juliet Carson-Martinez
The Parental is Political
An Open Letter to Sarah Palin
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The Yummy Mummy
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Looking Closely Along the Shore by Frank Serafini
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Use this tool to find out an approximate date of when that hellion is expected to appear on Earth.
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With our ovulation calculator you can find out the next best time to try and conceive.
The Parental is Political
Our guide to government, politics and advocacy in your area.
MILF Handbook
Beauty and fashion information to help you become the hottest piece of ass at the PTA.
Politics/Society »
Parenting Outside the Razor Wire
What happens when parents are separated by a prison sentence?
By Sandra Ray
The Yellow Bus of Salvation
Hail to the bus driver, bus driver.
By Kimberly Valzania
A Better Mousetrap?
Today's supermarket aisles are full of innovative new products like green ketchup and purple french fries. What are these people thinking??
By Linda Sharp
An Open Letter to Linda Hirshman
Is there a political agenda behind "Get to Work: A Manifesto for Women of the World"?
By Alan Thomas
Humor »
Secret Agent Mom
You know the difference between you and me? I make this look good.
By Kristen Chase
Thank You, Dr. Brain
Messages from my subconscious.
By Bryan W. Fields
Learning to Read Palms
I see a tall, dark principal in your future.
By Robin Svedi
I’m Pregnant, Einstein!
Expecting mothers have no shame.
By Janene Mascarella
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Here's a Little Poem: A Very First Book of Poetry, Eds. Jane Yolen and Andrew Fusek Peters; illustrated by Polly Dunbar
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Naughty Little Monkeys by Jim Aylesworth
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Artist to Artist: 23 Major Illustrators Talk to Children About Their Art, from the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
Work! Work! Work!
Who has time to work?
By Ken Swarner
Parenting »
The Bathing Suits
How we went to the beach after giving birth.
By Stacy Mintzer Herlihy
On Second Chances
There's always tomorrow.
By Angela Patton
Sleeping In
My first morning of staying in bed late -- sort of.
By Daphne Dykeman
Our Son, the Man
"Daddy" is noticibly missing from his vocabulary...
By Prescott Carlson
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