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SMILING IT FORWARD™ Through First Steps

This blog was written by Megan at HousewifeOnAMission - make sure to check her out her blog! The following post is sponsored by TYLENOL®. I will never forget those first steps my daughter took all on her own. I remember exactly where I was sitting and where my daughter was standing--along side the couch. She gave…

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Overcoming Sleep Disorders For Kids On The Spectrum

The following is a guest postby the team in the Boone Fetter Clinic at Childrens Hospital Los AngelesDid you know research shows that about half of school-age children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have trouble sleeping, compared to about one-fourth of typically developing children? Parents of children on the autism spectrum often report sleep problems such as resistance to going to sleep or sleeping alone, waking up often or sleepwalking during …

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The Moms Behind The Medals: Raising an Olympian

This is a sponsored post on behalf of P&GMoms inspire us, they support us, they stand behind us. They are our biggest fans and cheerleaders – and you better believe that the moms of the Olympic athletes are cheering their hearts out!As athletes prepare for the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games, Procter & Gamble is proud to offer them a chance to show their gratitude to the women who have supported them on their …

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The Chop Shop: Gaining Strength By Letting Go

During Oprahs farewell show, I wondered how could she give up what she loves the most and recalled the Buddhist pearl the greatest generosity is non-attachment. We humans tend to cling and create crutches, whether a physical trait, friend, habit or a favorite sweater. On the Mommas Pearls Radio Show, I often ask my guests to name their most beautiful feature. Depending on the day and how humid the weather, my answer for physical …