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Jennifer Garner: Messy, Cute and Candid

ModernMom was delighted at the opportunity to meet the adorable Jennifer Garner in sunny Los Angeles, Calif. Although we interviewed her in Tinseltown, Jen was anything but a typical Hollywood hotshot. She was every bit as lovely as we imagined (and she reads ModernMom!).

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Different Futures? Or Just Fear of Change?

My boyfriend and I have been together for about 14 months now. We’ve felt incredibly compatible since day one, and always had a lot in common. Our relationship has certainly had its rough spots, rather large ones at times, but we’ve both always been very determined to work through them and get beyond them. We love each other very much, and we know that what we have is worth fighting for.

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Teenage Dieting Tips

Teenagers are notoriously bad eaters. Popular culture is awash with depictions of teens as bottomless pits or junk food monsters who subsist on a diet of french fries and soda pop. While these unhealthy diet habits may seem to be the norm, in truth, teens require a balanced diet and, eventually, this junk-food rich diet will have a physical impact. If your teen is about to attempt to modify her eating habits, or if you would like your teen to become a healthier eater, consider some ways in which you can help her reach her dietary goals.

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Exercise Tips for Teens

By engaging in regular exercise, potentially lazy teens can use their youthful energy to keep themselves fit. If you would like to see your couch-loving teen up and moving more, consider some ways in which you can help her maximize her exercise results and make the task of exercising a little less distasteful for your notorious physical-activity avoider.