http://www.sheknows.com/authors/monica-beyer/articles Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:25:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/962367/kids-left-alone-at-home-shoot-a-gun Two boys, aged 8 and 10, were left alone in a home with a loaded gun. What happened next raises all sorts of questions, from how can kids be safe with a gun in the home, to how young is too young to stay behind? Read on to find out more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/962367/kids-left-alone-at-home-shoot-a-gun Monica Beyer Mon, 04 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/962009/should-diddys-son-get-scholarship The son of hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs plans to attend UCLA this fall courtesy of a football scholarship. Some people have taken issue with this however — should his dad have to pay because he is wealthy, or is he entitled to the money because he earned it? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/962009/should-diddys-son-get-scholarship Monica Beyer Mon, 04 Jun 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961987/breastfeeding-mom-sues-for-courtroom-discrimination A mother was asked by a deputy to leave a courtroom to breastfeed her baby, and is now suing her county. Should they be made an example of for not following state law, or is this a frivolous lawsuit? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961987/breastfeeding-mom-sues-for-courtroom-discrimination Monica Beyer Sat, 02 Jun 2012 12:10:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961979/jcpenney-fathers-day-ad-normalizes-gay-parenting JCPenney has seemingly responded to One Million Moms and their failed efforts to boycott the company after they hired gay actress Ellen DeGeneres as a spokesperson. Just in time for Father's Day, their newest catalog features a happy family with two dads. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961979/jcpenney-fathers-day-ad-normalizes-gay-parenting Monica Beyer Fri, 08 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961903/are-work-at-home-moms-crazy When you work from home while staying at home with your children, it can be very difficult to separate family time from work responsibilities — and when does your workday end, anyway? Read on to get a few tips on how to make your workplace a well-rounded home, and vice versa. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961903/are-work-at-home-moms-crazy Monica Beyer Thu, 31 May 2012 13:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961869/is-breastfeeding-in-a-military-uniform-taboo A photo of two military moms breastfeeding their babies has stirred up a breastfeeding controversy like no other. Is breastfeeding in military uniform bad form, or is a big deal being made out of an amazingly sweet picture for nothing? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961869/is-breastfeeding-in-a-military-uniform-taboo Monica Beyer Thu, 07 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961779/letting-your-kids-watch-tv Every parent has done it, even though you said you never would: You’ve used the TV as a babysitter. And it worked, so well in fact, that you’ve used it again and again. Real parents share their anecdotes of what led them to cave, and why they changed their minds about the beauty of the boob tube. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961779/letting-your-kids-watch-tv Monica Beyer Wed, 30 May 2012 15:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961697/do-sonograms-cause-autism Could obstetric ultrasounds be a risk factor for autism? With parents of autistic children looking for an answer, any theory could be the right one. Read on and decide if this is a theory worth investigating. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961697/do-sonograms-cause-autism Monica Beyer Fri, 25 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961415/jillian-michaels-new-family Many people didn't know Jillian Michaels is gay until it was announced that her partner had a baby — followed by the news that she adopted a toddler at practically the same time. Now, the fitness buff dives head-first into new parenthood caring for two little ones. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961415/jillian-michaels-new-family Monica Beyer Fri, 25 May 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961219/dads-happier-than-moms Parenthood is hard — there is no question there. But recent research claims that dads are happier than their children’s mother. Is this completely bunk, or is there some truth to be had? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961219/dads-happier-than-moms Monica Beyer Fri, 16 Nov 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961033/history-of-the-pregnancy-test Oh, that longed-for answer — the news that a little one will be joining your family. How did someone come up with pregnancy tests, anyway? Read on for some interesting info on the history of pregnancy tests. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961033/history-of-the-pregnancy-test Monica Beyer Fri, 25 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960719/going-back-to-work-after-maternity-leave The day you've been looking forward to — or dreading — has arrived. You've been home six weeks or several months after your baby was born, and now it's time to go back. Here are a few hints on how to make the transition back to the workplace as smooth as possible. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960719/going-back-to-work-after-maternity-leave Monica Beyer Thu, 17 May 2012 14:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960697/pregnant-woman-tased-with-stun-gun Police officers used a stun gun on a pregnant woman, and the Supreme Court is considering hearing a case from the officers involved whether it was an appropriate use of the tool. Is there ever a situation where Tasering a pregnant woman is OK? Read on and decide for yourself. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960697/pregnant-woman-tased-with-stun-gun Monica Beyer Wed, 23 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960513/expose-your-kids-to-different-cultures If you feel your family would benefit from cultural diversity and want to expose your children to different languages, traditions, holidays and food, there are many ways to tie different cultures into your daily lives. Here's how! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960513/expose-your-kids-to-different-cultures Monica Beyer Wed, 16 May 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960483/new-app-called-trapped-explains-foster-care If you haven't had any first-hand experience, the realities of foster care are distant and perhaps idyllic. Now, coinciding with National Foster Care Month and with the help of Children’s Rights, Facebook users can see what life is like for children who go through foster care. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960483/new-app-called-trapped-explains-foster-care Monica Beyer Sun, 17 Jun 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960195/free-fathers-day-e-cards Scrambling to find a last-minute Father's Day e-card? Look no further! Here are a few of our favorites, and where to get more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960195/free-fathers-day-e-cards Monica Beyer Sun, 13 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960125/sears-and-the-kardashians-stop-bullying Bullying is a timeless problem that crosses all lines, and many children suffer its effects for years. Sears is doing its part with the new program, Team Up To Stop Bullying. Read on to learn more about the initiative, what the Kardashians are doing and how you can get involved. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960125/sears-and-the-kardashians-stop-bullying Monica Beyer Fri, 18 May 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960005/decorating-a-gender-neutral-nursery If you waited until delivery to find out if your baby was a boy or a girl, you likely have a nursery that lacks any distinctly girly or boyish touches. Read on for some ideas on how to add some accents to the room without altering the room's overall design. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960005/decorating-a-gender-neutral-nursery Monica Beyer Sat, 11 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959753/mothers-day-ecards Looking for a last-minute Mother's Day card? You can't get much faster than the internet! Read on to see our favorite sites for the best Mother's Day e-cards. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959753/mothers-day-ecards Monica Beyer Tue, 08 May 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959509/dads-cheat-because-of-moms-taking-control-of-parenting If you strive to be the perfect parent, are you driving him to an affair? Some think so. Read on to discover why. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959509/dads-cheat-because-of-moms-taking-control-of-parenting Monica Beyer