Category: Think
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To the moms who pump at work, we see you
I never intended to be a stay-at-home mom, so when it came time for me to return to work a few months after my oldest was born, I knew pumping would be a major part of my experience as a working mom. Luckier than most, though far from ideal, I…
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Fires put Australian wildlife at risk, here’s how to help
Like most people who grew up outside of Australia, I’ve always been fascinated by the country’s unique ecosystem and variety of animals found only in that part of the world. Viewing koalas, kangaroos and other native Australian animals at local zoos was the closest I ever got to witness this…
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Groceries and gratitude
“The card didn’t go through,” the cashier said, after I attempted to pay for my groceries. I inserted my credit card into the reader once more. Again, nothing. I sighed heavily, baffled by why my card wasn’t working. I don’t struggle financially. My payments are on time. I was annoyed.…
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Supporting our Vets beyond Veterans Day
The parades have ended, the uniforms are folded and tucked away, the little American Flags go back into storage, and life goes on. Veterans Day has come and gone, and while those of us who never served will go back to our regular lives, many of our veterans remain some…
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Not all families celebrate Halloween
With Halloween mere days away, many American parents are scrambling to put last-minute costumes together, dealing with kids who can’t make up their minds about what they want to be, stocking up on extra candy, and hoping nobody gets into too much trouble. This is a fun time of year…
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It’s not your fault, some babies are just hard
You push the stroller through the door of your local baby group, amazed you were able to make it out the door. Your eyes are bloodshot and droopy from not having a good night’s sleep in months. You gaze around at all the put-together, well-rested parents, each holding happy, well-behaved…
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I’m a mom who makes mistakes
I wish I could tell you about that one time I lost my cool in front of my kids; Or about that time I forgot to send in something important to my son’s school; Or that time I was late picking my kid up. I wish I could tell you…
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Kids understand more than we think
“Why do we have belly buttons?” My six-year-old asked me, while staring down at his own naval during bathtime. I explained to him that his belly button is the spot where his umbilical cord connected him to my placenta, which is how he got nutrients inside the womb. I told…
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That daily glass could be putting you at risk for breast cancer
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, nor am I a scientific expert. This website and its content are not meant to be a substitute for peer-reviewed journalism. My purpose in sharing this article is to raise awareness on the potential risks of alcohol consumption, and while I did my…
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Finding magic outside the “Magic Kingdom”
Every few months or so, I mull over the idea of planning a family trip to Disney World. I go online, research the best hotels, compare vacation packages and express my interest in Disney to a chorus of responses from friends who are Disney vacation planners, or know people who…
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