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Deployment is over: Daddy's home!

By Laura Crawford on May 22, 2013

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As soon as we had 31 days left in our deployment countdown, I drew 31 hearts on our whiteboard in the kitchen. Each morning my son...
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Having it all: Putting a little color into motherhood

By Katie Kavulla on May 22, 2013

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Creator of a quickly growing successful design company, Erin Condren talks about how she marries her life as a mom to twins and her...
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Talking to kids about tragedy

By Maureen Wallace on May 21, 2013

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When evil strikes, our parental instinct is to reassure our kids that everything will be OK. But what can really help them feel safe...
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Meet your therapist for a video chat

By Tiernan McKay on May 13, 2013

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Motherhood can be overwhelming on so many levels. Between the hectic schedules, dramatic experiences and endless responsibilities,...
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Our favorite Mother's Day e-cards

By Monica Beyer on May 11, 2013

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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...
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Preparing for the end of deployment with a tinge of sadness

By Laura Crawford on May 8, 2013

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Finally this deployment is coming to an end! I can't even begin to describe how excited I am. Honestly though, I feel a touch of...
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How to cope on Mother's Day when you have lost a child

By Kori Ellis on May 8, 2013
Mother's Day is full of joy for most people. However, for those who have lost a child, it can be a very painful day. Though Mother's...
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How we found out my daughter has celiac disease

By Monica Beyer on May 8, 2013

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May is Celiac Awareness Month, and what better way to learn more than by hearing the story of a child’s illness and eventual...
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Moms react to Disney's makeover of Merida from Brave

By Monica Beyer on May 7, 2013

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Fans of Disney's Brave have hailed Princess Merida as a unique, adventurous and strong girl who fought to make change in her own...
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Mother's Day gift ideas for the creative mom

By Kori Ellis on May 7, 2013

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If your mom is the creative, artsy type, give her something that will foster her creativity. No matter if your mom loves to paint,...
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Motherhood: A gift which comes with unexpected challenges

By Guest Author on May 7, 2013

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Motherhood is full of blessings, but it's also not short of challenges. The perfect family that you dreamed of before you became a...
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The military wife vs. the single mom

By Laura Crawford on May 6, 2013
Mommy wars, competitions and judgments drive me insane. It never fails, I read a story about a single mom and her struggles or...
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Mother's Day gift ideas for the sporty mom

By Kori Ellis on May 6, 2013

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Your mother is fit, sporty and always on the go. Whether she loves hiking, running or water sports, we have some terrific Mother's...
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Gorgeous mom jewelry for every budget

By Kim Grundy on May 6, 2013

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Whether you are searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, birthday present or "push present" after the birth of a child, mom...
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20 Homemade Mother's Day gift ideas

By Michelle Maffei on May 6, 2013
You'll always be your mom's little girl, and there's nothing more sentimental than homemade Mother's Day gifts, regardless of your...
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Is Mother's Day about you or your mom?

By Mary Fetzer on May 6, 2013

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Every year, couples bicker about Mother's Day. Should a husband honor his wife as the mother of his children or should he honor his...
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Mother's Day gift ideas for the glam mom

By Kori Ellis on May 3, 2013

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For your glamorous mom, give her a Mother's Day gift that appeals to her sense of style. From chic diaper bags to glitzy jewelry,...
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12 Mother's Day gifts for crafty moms

By Michelle Maffei on May 3, 2013

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Instead of making crafts for mom this Mother's Day, give her the gift of arts and crafts! From a portable photo studio for the...
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Why I chose to become a foster parent

By Michelle Maffei on May 3, 2013

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On the heels of Kelli Higgins' "newborn" photo shoot of her 13-year-old son (who was adopted from foster care) going viral, it's...
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15 Organic Mother's Day gifts

By Michelle Maffei on May 3, 2013

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Being a green mom isn't always easy, but a few earth-friendly gift ideas show your mom you appreciate her love for Mother Nature....

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Parenting after divorce isn't easy - and one thing that may be as hard as single parenting is becoming a stepparent! Find advice about stepparenting from family therapists and other professionals about how to live with stepchildren and be a strong blended family.