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How to Handle Hormone Hell During Pregnancy
So many mothers-to-be have told me just how unprepared they were for the emotional side of pregnancy. The physical effects were obvious enough, but apparently not everyone knew that the crazy hormone cocktail the pregnant body is continually swilling can momentarily propel even the most relaxed, jovial mommy-to-be into …
Does a College Degree Help You Get a Better Job?
When it comes to going to college, there is much to complain about. From paying tuition expenses to traveling back and forth to a college campus, earning a degree can cause financial hardships as well as be a major headache all at the same time. Because of these things, many people wonder about whether or…
Making Caring Count in College Admissions
I have three teenagers. One's in college. One's about to apply. One is still blessedly clueless about the hell to come her way. So the other day, I was surprised to hear their high school principal announce to an auditorium of parents, "Schools need to put the joy back into the experience of applying to…
70s Childhoods Vs Now – What’s Been Lost
I grew up in the 70s. This meant I was lucky to experience childhood long before helicopter parents, abstinence pledges, SAT prep courses and sexting obliterated the myriad reckless joys of American adolescence. Most parents had more than two kids, plus jobs, problems and pressures of their own. Kids’ technology risks consisted primarily of overdosing…
Let’s Craft: Terrific Halloween Treats!
Let’s Craftis a special feature full of great crafts, inspiration and DIY projects that are perfect for any Modern Mom! Today’s craft is brought to us byThe Crafting Chicks: