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Thoughts in the Dentist's Chair
I noticed it first when I was eight weeks pregnant with my third child.
Eagle Eye Jerry
Step aside "Run Forest Run." Make room for "Jump Jerry.
Suburban Racism
Twice in the past month, I've heard outright racial slurs used in casual conversation.
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Latest Headlines »
Boy accused of shooting grandma
A 12-year-old boy in Pixley, California has been arrested in the connection of the shooting death of his grandmother.
Mom at trial says she knew girl would die
A Kansas City, Missouri woman testifying in a trial about the death of her daughter admitted that the child's injuries were life threatening, but she refused to get her medical attention anyway.
Another kid dumped in Nebraska
Nebraska might want to rethink its "safe haven" law.
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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.
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 Secret Life Of A Stay-At-Home Dad: Deadbeat, Invalid, And Lothario
"It always makes me happy to have both parents present at our open house," our daughter's kindergarten teacher told us last year.
My kid's going to die. Is yours?
The thing that sets parents of kids with special needs apart from other parents is simple.
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What's the Matter With Mommy?

He blinded me with science.

By Kelley Cunningham
This morning, my youngest woke me up at 6am. I thanked him for allowing me to get a jump on the day, instead of letting me waste another hour or so sleeping.

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Sipping Spiders Through a Straw: Campfire Songs for Monsters By Kelly DiPucchio; illustrated by Gris Grimly
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Parenting »
Chew Marks
The conflict between the parenting and creative experience.
By Arianne Cope
Chris Hansen
The famous face of the To Catch a Predator series talks about his motivation, his new book, and the most disturbing thing he's witnessed during production.
New Use for a Mannequin
Being cheap takes creativity.
By Silvana Clark
Hypocrisy
Learning to let go.
By Mary Ellen Galloway
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Parenting Outside the Razor Wire
What happens when parents are separated by a prison sentence?
By Sandra Ray
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
The Yellow Bus of Salvation
Hail to the bus driver, bus driver.
By Kimberly Valzania
A Call to Arms and Breasts
Are you a Lactivist?
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Tax information and strategies to help ease your family's financial burden.
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Common makeup mistakes.
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Back-to-school momku.
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