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Don’t Believe The Hype: It Takes Years Of Work To Get A Great Marriage

A few years ago, I was on the phone with my mother, talking about whatever insane thing my husband did that was driving me crazy. "I just wish he would get it," I fussed. "You would think he would know not to do __________." My mom just kind of laughed. She's been married to my father for going on 30 years. They've been together since they were 12. "Sweetie, that's not how it works," she … [Continue reading...]

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Live-Tweeting During Labor: Hats Off To The Women Who Do It But It Ain’t For Me

A good friend of mine found out she was pregnant in late 2011 and announced her little bundle of joy by posting a picture of her urine-soaked pregnancy test on Facebook for all to see. “We’re expecting!!!” she wrote joyously. I was one of the first well-wishers on her wall. “Congratulations! Very excited for you!” I realized then that we are in a very different era, one where every single … [Continue reading...]

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What If Today Is All We Have With Our Children?

A few months ago, I asked my husband what he remembered most about his mother, who had passed away 10 years earlier. He paused for a moment and said, "How much she loved me." That is so simple, so sweet, so beautiful. His mother definitely did her job while she was here on this earth. And that thought is with me as I think about the tragedy in Connecticut. How many mothers kissed their … [Continue reading...]

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VIDEO: Educating Teen Moms About Breastfeeding

  Last week I got the opportunity to talk with Jamie Oyugi, founder of Mama*cue, a teen breastfeeding support program in Philadelphia. She is getting ready to do big things in 2013 by helping teen moms set and meet their breastfeeding goals. In our chat, we discussed how YML can partner with Mama*cue and spread the message. And just as I told Jamie, I am here to help. There are so many … [Continue reading...]

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{In The Kitchen} Stovetop Lasagna Ready In 30 Minutes

I made this a few days ago because I was really craving lasagna but didn't feel like going through all the motions. So instead I tossed together some ingredients, crossed my fingers and hoped for the best. My son devoured this (as he always does) and I even got my daughter to try a little bit (which is big since she's not a big pasta fan). You might think that the type of pasta you buy … [Continue reading...]

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Giving Back With Your Kids This Christmas + A Feel-Good Giveaway!

Last Christmas, I sat on the floor in a sea of torn wrapping paper. My kids were off playing with tag with each other and grabbing handfuls of snacks off the counter. I felt like we went through all the motions of "Christmas" but was it really worth it? Was a mountain of toys on Christmas morning necessary? It was then that I decided that in 2012, Christmas would be different. This year, I will … [Continue reading...]

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Older Parents Get Scrutinized For Like, The First Time Ever

The New Republic recently tackled the issue of the increase in older parents. I've been curious about this issue for a while because I think it's fascinating, the complete opposite of everything I've lived thus far. I couldn't imagine having kids at 40, after two decades of doing what I want to do and when I want to do it. In the piece in the New Republic, Judith Shulevitz shares her experience … [Continue reading...]

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VIDEO: Young Mom Summit – Tips To Make The Most Out Of Being A Stay-At-Home Mom

My first Young Mom Summit was something I just came up with during those moments when my brain gets quiet and I can hear myself think. "Hey, it would be a great idea to bring moms together, on video, to talk about issues that are important to them, right?" So I gathered up a few of my favorite young mom friends for a video interview on making it through school once you have a kid (catch it … [Continue reading...]

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