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End the Mommy Wars
How to stay friends with other new moms, when you disagree about fundamental parenting ideas. Welcome to the Mommy Wars.
Read MoreFamily Profile: Alison Sweeney
She plays, among other things, a mom on TV. Now that she's had a baby of her own, Alison Sweeney -- Sami, as you and I know her -- explains why she gets "Goodnight, Moon" and why she'll never get laser eye surgery.
Read MoreNew Expectations: From Partner To Father
Have you ever wondered what an expectant dad usually hears from his male friends? "Buddy, once this baby is born, you can forget about sex for the next six months." If I were about to become a father, probably a little unsure about my new role, this advice would not be particularly comforting. Why do women persist in thinking that once the baby is born, they will just walk off into the sunset? And why don't childbirth educators discuss the importance of "expectations management" and good communications? Sylvia Brown, author of The Post-Pregnancy Handbook, explains.
Read MoreSetting Your Child Up for Success
Toddlers and the Need for Play
Don't forget one simple but important pleasure with your kids: Playing! Take a breather here and there to monitor your child's playtime, and make sure there's plenty of unscheduled time for them to just be a "kid."
Read MoreWhen Mom Has a Temper Tantrum
How to break the daily Mommy screamathons? Tips for taking a few deep breaths.
Read MoreNote to Self: My Kid Is His Own Person
Knowing when, where -- and above all how -- to let your child become his or her own person is a challenge all parents must face. It's never easy but there are ways to make it easier.
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