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Why All Moms Need “Me Time”

Im halfway into my fifth book, GIRLFRIENDS GUIDE TO TEENAGERS, and Im overwhelmed and stunned by the issues and crises that raising teens presents. I started this book five years ago when my oldest child, my first son, was about to graduate from high school and his sister was entering her junior year. I was sure that I knew my subject. If only Id finished the book thenBut, no, I waited to test my theories on my next two kidsanother boy and girlwho were right behind their older siblings. What a mistake!

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Baby Girl Hairstyles

There will be years of discussing and negotiating haircuts and hairstyles. In toddlerhood, she may snip some herself. In grade school, she might fight the bows. In high school, her hair might change colors. College may breed dreadlocks, but for now, you have control. Give your baby girl a look that you like.