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What It Takes to Be a Successful Woman

A lot of women are still afraid to go out into the big world and take up an executive position in a major corporation or start up their own company. Some think it's because we don't have enough role models to give us that motivation, and I know that some women still feel strongly that…

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Misogyny in Healthcare (& Beyond) Hurts Us All

Misogyny in healthcare is a real problem. But it doesn’t stop there. A new mother contacted me in my office a few days ago. I spoke with this pleasant young woman in person for nearly a half hour, far beyond the free 10 minute consults I usually do. Here’s why: Women’s pain and suffering is…

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How To Make Homework Easier For Your Child (and You)

Children are back to school after the break. It’s time for a new routine. Temptation is strong to push for children to get their homework done as soon as they walk in the door. However, we know that children need to relax for a bit before they begin again. They can concentrate better on their homework…

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70s Childhoods Vs Now – What’s Been Lost

I grew up in the 70s. This meant I was lucky to experience childhood long before helicopter parents, abstinence pledges, SAT prep courses and sexting obliterated the myriad reckless joys of American adolescence. Most parents had more than two kids, plus jobs, problems and pressures of their own. Kids’ technology risks consisted primarily of overdosing…

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Helpful Tips for Empty Nest Moms

If youre a seasoned mom who woke up one morning and suddenly wondered, OMG, how did I get here?and then cringe, you just might be experiencing what is commonly referred to as Empty Nest Syndrome.