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Why Your Daughter Needs A Self-Defense Class

I have two teenaged daughters. I’ve worked in domestic violence advocacy for ten years. I am a woman myself. Yet I’ve never taken a self-defense class. Until last weekend, when I spent two hours with 10 fifteen year old girls and a female instructor who had a black belt in karate and years of self-defense…

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Lay-n-Go

When playtime is over, putting away toys can be quite the task. One mom decided to come up with a an easy fix for this common clean-up problem. Her solution – inventing the Lay-n-Go mat! The Lay-n-Go is an activity mat that also functions as a cleanup, storage and carryall solution.

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How Do I Talk to Teens About Sex?

Talking to your teen about sex can be just as nerve-racking for you as it is for her. Openly discussing sex and all that comes with it can help your teen get the facts and feel more open to talking to you about any issues, problems or questions she has. Get comfortable with the topic, because it should be an ongoing conversation between you and your teen. Even if you don’t want to think about your little girl being sexually active, it’s best if she feels that she can come to you without being judged.