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Why I Skipped My Daughter’s Talent Show
Once every few months at my kids school, they put on a talent show during lunch time. I use quotation marks because the show is open to anyone who wants to participate, so sometimes theres talent, and then sometimes there are a bunch of second grade girls dancing around to a Katy Perry song. But it doesn’t matter, because talent isnt the point. The point is that the kids feel confident enough …
Why My Family Skipped The Grammys This Year
Several weeks ago, I was driving with my daughters in the van and ahead of us was a vehicle that said “Halton Womens Place.” My 10-year-old daughter asked what that was. For a brief moment I was tempted to say its a nice place that women go to get their nails done, have a glass of champagne and spend time with their friends.
Cotillion: A Southern Tradition I Might Have Skipped
Cotillion is a charming tradition in the American South that attempts to mold children into fine young ladies and gentlemen through a series of formal and informal dances. If it sounds stuffy and antiquated and exclusive, thats because it is. Kind of.
Yoga for Pregnant Mothers
Prenatal yoga is an exercise option for pregnant women that is growing in popularity. Staying active during pregnancy helps boost your energy levels and may even relieve some of the aches and pains you feel. For those who already practice yoga, prenatal yoga is a natural continuation of that practice. Those new to yoga can also benefit from the activity.
Can Birth Control Pills Affect Pregnancy Tests?
Home pregnancy tests can tell you, with a high degree of accuracy, if you’re expecting when used appropriately at the right time after a skipped period. Although a rare occurrence, pregnancy tests may give you a false positive result if you’re taking certain medications. The Mayo Clinic indicates that birth control pills aren’t a medication that gives you misleading results.