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Almost a Perfect Ten
Having two children less than two years apart teaches a person a lot about parenting.
It's the Limits, Stupid
Hard to imagine with all the talk of Rugrat Reprieve and the need for vacations, sex, and living a full life, kids notwithstanding, I would have fallen into such a boring old parenting trap, but I did.
How catalogs are ruining my life (aka a Pottery Barn addict speaks out)
Every junkie has her jones.  A smoker likes her ciggies.
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Latest Headlines »
Family faces deportation after son brings gun to school
A 12-year-old accused of bringing a gun to school may have screwed over his entire family, who's parents now face the threat of deportation.
Toddler's toes cut off in lawnmower accident
A Utah girl accidentally had her toes cut off when she fell of the back of a riding lawnmower and it ran over her feet.
Birthing centers reject free infant formula
Two North Carolina birthing centers are being applauded by breastfeeding advocates for refusing to accept free infant formula to pass on to their patients.
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Latest Recalls »
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.
Fake teeth recalled for lead
We'll admit that sometimes when certain items are recalled for lead paint, we question anyone chewing on said item in the first place.
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An added benefit to nipple piercing
Most women will tell you that the nipples are the gateway to getting in their pants.
Mominatrix Sex Toy Smackdown: Travel Vibrators
With summer travel in full swing and moms already packing their fair share of battery operated toys for those long hellish family trips called “vacation,” the last thing they’ve got room for is their own collection.
Why You Should Never Make Box Macaroni & Cheese Again: A Manifesto
I think there is nothing more evil than a box of macaroni and cheese.
MapQuest My Life, Please!
When my daughter started kindergarten eight years ago, I spent three weeks looking at the clock.
Brides, Boys and Bellyaches
I always knew single parenthood would have its challenges, but I never imagined it would make me ill.
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Getting lucky.

By Kristen Chase
It’s no secret that today, 08/08/08, is considered the luckiest day this year – thousands of superstitious couples are scheduled to get hitched and hordes of preggos are being offered huge prizes just to pop one out.

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Pregnancy Due Date Calculator
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.
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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.
Columnists »
Growing Pains
The Color People.
By Elizabeth Thompson
Rugrat Reprieve
How to Enjoy Your Holidays without Going to a Home
By Rachael Brownell
Mominatrix
Porno for Parents.
By Kristen Chase
Mother Magnetism
My bikini line is on fire! Also, lip gloss hating husbands and fresh fragrance fun
By Kelly Reising
Politics/Society »
A Socially Irresponsible Stroll Through My Neighborhood
Sometimes convenience trumps political correctness.
By Robin Dutton-Cookston
September 11, 2006
Five years later.
By Jessica Carlson
Remember the Fallen
Take a moment to reflect today on the men and women who have died to keep you and your children safe.
Cutting Away the Truth
A view on one of the very first parenting decisions -- circumcision.
By Peter Mackey
Parenting »
Co-Sleep or No Sleep
Why I chose to share my bed.
By Candace Juman Martin
TGIF
SAHMs look forward to Friday, too.
By Elizabeth Thompson
Chew Marks
The conflict between the parenting and creative experience.
By Arianne Cope
Project Runaway
I like shopping... by myself.
By Melanie Lynne Hauser
Humor »
WTF?! Toy Roundup
Gooey Louie, Security Camera, Fairly Oddparents, and Slimecano
I’m Pregnant, Einstein!
Expecting mothers have no shame.
By Janene Mascarella
The Grand Adventurer
The wonderful escapades of Princess Me.
By Heather Summerville
WTF?! Toy Roundup
Hershey's S'mores, Don't Wake Daddy, Bratz Twister, and In Your Face
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