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How to Get Your Kids to Help Out More

Have you ever thought about how many times a day you ask your kids to do something? Whether youre asking your kids to pick up their toys, their dirty laundry off their bedroom floors, or their school book bag pile in front of the door, youre probably sounding a bit like a broken record. The worst part? All of that nagging never really seems to work anyway. The wet towels are still on the floor, youve tripped over Buzz Lightyear an infinite number of times, and the dog definitely never gets walked. Its enough to make the strongest mother feel defeated. How do you get the kids to pitch in without pitching a total fit?

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How to Support a Friend Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Most of us have a family member, friend, coworker or acquaintance who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. These women and men need our encouragement and support. But even when people want to help, they don’t always know how. The hard part is realizing that a friend is frightened and in shock, and that ignoring the situation won’t make it go away. While a warm hug and a smile may be all it takes to lift a friend’s spirits on a bad day, there are other ways to help a friend with breast cancer get through the tougher moments.

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You’ve Got to Make Time for Yourself!

Summer is crazy busy. Between work, kids, activities, sports, camps and play dates, there is very little down time. I have learned over the years, however, that when I do not commit chunks of time just for me, I am more irritable and less giving. This time has become a necessity, not a luxury. I see frazzled people walking around every day. They are constantly on the go and rarely take time to decompress and rejuvenate. But, busy moms, you HAVE to make time for yourself once in a while!