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Sherri Kuhn is a freelance writer, blogger and social media junkie. With a son in college and a daughter in high school, she always has something to write about. Sherri blogs from the heart — with an occasional side of sarcasm and humor. Her writing has been featured on SheKnows, AllParenting, Nickelodeon Parents Connect, Erma Bombeck Writer’s Workshop, Mamalode and BlogHer -- and on her personal blog Old Tweener. She was chosen as a cast member for the 2012 Listen to Your Mother show in San Francisco. Sherri lives in Northern California with her husband, daughter and crazy yellow lab.

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How attachment parenting may be harming your marriage by Sherri Kuhn

Nov 21, 2013

One of the more highly touted and often-scorned parenting styles of this decade is attachment parenting, which places the needs of the infant or older child at the very top of the list. The constant contact (baby wearing) and potential years of breastfeeding might make Dad feel left out.

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Participate in national Family Volunteer Day by Sherri Kuhn

Nov 20, 2013

National Family Volunteer Day is a great time to gather your family behind a cause that's close to your heart. Volunteering together as a family not only strengthens your family bond, but it also benefits your community and the people you share it with.

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Surviving Thanksgiving with a dysfunctional family by Sherri Kuhn

Nov 18, 2013

What do you think about when someone mentions Thanksgiving? Maybe it's the smell of warm, roasted turkey and homemade pumpkin pie coming from the kitchen. Or is it the cute little kids in pajamas watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on television? What about sharing things that you are thankful for around the dinner table? If these are your fond memories of Thanksgiving, congratulations. This article isn't for you.

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Bigger babies mean bigger problems by Sherri Kuhn

Nov 13, 2013

Is it just us, or does it seem that newborn babies are getting bigger? There seems to be an increase in the average birth weight of babies, which researchers attribute to several factors. But what issues do heavier babies really present?

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Teen spotlight: I am a cancer survivor by Sherri Kuhn

Nov 07, 2013

"Your daughter has cancer." Those are the words no parent ever wants to hear, and yet every day, so many parents receive a scary diagnosis for their child. Jordan Stewart's family heard the diagnosis of melanoma when she was only 13 years old. The whole family rallied and helped Jordan through her monthly treatments — which lasted over a year. She just celebrated her one-year mark after completing treatment, but the gift she wanted wasn't for her.

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Does your pediatrician invade your privacy? by Sherri Kuhn

Nov 06, 2013

As your child gets older, well-child visits to the pediatrician's office will begin to focus more on the patient-doctor relationship. The doctor will begin asking your child direct questions, possibly even asking you to leave the room for a moment.

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What really happens during recess? by Sherri Kuhn

Oct 29, 2013

Sure, academics are important — but what about recess? Most elementary students have two breaks during the day to run around, have a snack, play with friends and use the restroom. But do you really know what your kid is doing during this time?

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What you need to know about raking leaves by Sherri Kuhn

Oct 24, 2013

Raking leaves is one fall chore that never seems finished. As soon as you are done clearing a large area of leaves, a cool breeze kicks in and covers the ground again — or an afternoon rain soaks the yard before you are able to finish.

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Prepare your home for fall weather by Sherri Kuhn

Oct 17, 2013

Summer is gone, the kids are back at school and you're ready for fall — but is your home ready? Tackle these areas now, and your home will be ready for the cooler weather.

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Terrible twos? What about the threes? by Sherri Kuhn

Oct 16, 2013

It's one of the most commonly held beliefs about parenting little ones: the terrible twos. Yet for many parents, the year their child turned 3 was the hardest challenge ever. What's going on developmentally during the threes that makes this a time of challenge and tears — and why might 3 be the new 2?

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