http://www.sheknows.com/ Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982273/finding-support-for-infertility I attended my first RESOLVE support group meeting with much trepidation, and now that I’ve been attending for over a year, I have a strong tribe of equally determined women surrounding me. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982273/finding-support-for-infertility Parenting Having a Baby Conceiving Tonya Wertman Tue, 15 Jan 2013 22:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981761/types-of-friends-every-mom-needs Positive friendships are a must-have in every woman's life. This year, we encourage you to find these five important friends. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981761/types-of-friends-every-mom-needs Parenting New Moms Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/973933/are-you-the-victim-of-a-mom-bully Face it — we can’t all be BFFs. Most of the time, even with our differences, we can get along and play nice with the other moms on the playground or at the PTA meetings. What happens when there is one mom who is just plain bullying the others? When you feel like pulling hair or having a shouting match, it’s time to step back and take a different stance. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/973933/are-you-the-victim-of-a-mom-bully Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Sherri Kuhn Wed, 05 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969853/dont-lose-your-non-mom-friends-when-you-become-a-mom It's easy to get lost in the abyss of new motherhood, but don't leave your non-mom friends behind! They are the ones who can remind you who you used to be before you became a mom — you'll need that someday. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969853/dont-lose-your-non-mom-friends-when-you-become-a-mom Parenting New Moms New mom health and wellness Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/5999/nine-ways-to-end-the-summer-fighting-in-your-home The neighborhood kids have chosen your home as the "cool" place to hang out. Great, eh? After all, friends do play a big part of our kids' happiness and well-being, and one of the best ways to instill happy home memories is by making your house kid-friendly. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/5999/nine-ways-to-end-the-summer-fighting-in-your-home Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Michele Borba, EdD Wed, 15 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/968063/how-to-balance-your-relationship-with-your-friendships You had your own friends before you met your man. So did he. How about now? Have those friendships stayed intact or are they dwindling? Have these other friendships died out completely? Romantic relationships tend to take center stage, but how much is too much? http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/968063/how-to-balance-your-relationship-with-your-friendships Love & Sex Marriage & Relationships Friendship Elise Stephens Fri, 22 Jun 2012 05:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/963046/when-you-dont-like-your-bffs-man What happens when you have a best friend you love and adore and yet she comes with a bit of baggage? And by baggage, we don't mean cute Louis Vuitton luggage. No, in this case we're referring to the man that comes along with her. How do you move past the disgust for him and continue the friendship and love you have for her? Been there? You're not alone.... http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/963046/when-you-dont-like-your-bffs-man Love & Sex Marriage & Relationships Friendship Summer Saldana Tue, 05 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961701/can-your-kids-relate-cross-culturally When your kids get into the career world, they’ll likely work with people from an array of races, beliefs and backgrounds. Feeling comfortable and talking about your differences is critical in life, according to Janet Penn, executive director of Youth LEAD, a non-profit organization that brings together high school students from different religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds to learn from each other. Read how to help your kids embrace diversity and foster new bonds. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961701/can-your-kids-relate-cross-culturally Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Julie Weingarden Dubin Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960871/the-importance-of-friends-you-can-count-on The Beatles were partially right when they sang, “We get by with a little help from our friends.” In today’s world, with all the drama, stress and pressure associated with parenthood, careers and relationships, we get by with a lot of help from our friends. A friendship you can count on is one of the most important relationships you can have. Here’s why. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960871/the-importance-of-friends-you-can-count-on Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Mom Tips Kat Hobza Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958130/dont-sabotage-your-teens-social-life We all want our teens to be able to make friends and build friendships. At times, it’s tempting to go overboard in trying to help them accomplish this. Are your efforts helping your teen win friendships, or are you really doing more harm than good? Here are the four worst things you can do when trying to help your teen make and keep friends. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958130/dont-sabotage-your-teens-social-life Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Sherri Kuhn Sun, 01 Apr 2012 06:09:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/955483/how-to-befriend-a-bully Though it won't work in every instance, sometimes it's possible to reach out and befriend a bully. Turning an enemy into a friend can be a rewarding experience and can eliminate the bullying and intimidation from your life. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/955483/how-to-befriend-a-bully Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Children's School & Education Kori Ellis Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947541/how-to-find-your-mom-tribe It's so important to find friends that can relate to our crazy child-filled lives. Here's how you can find your mom friends and stop feeling so alone. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947541/how-to-find-your-mom-tribe Parenting Family Fun Arianne Segerman Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946993/how-to-break-up-with-a-mom-friend It’s just not working out with that friend in your life, so how do you move on? Check out these tips on how to get rid of toxic friendships and start over with healthier pals. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946993/how-to-break-up-with-a-mom-friend Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Arianne Segerman Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945711/are-your-mom-friends-lame Feel like there’s zero time to find new mom friends in your all-encompassing world of motherhood? Find out how to make friends, cultivate “relationships” and set the best example of friendship for your young lady. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945711/are-your-mom-friends-lame Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Time Management Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/850479/help-your-kids-learn-to-make-amends-for-mistakes There are times when a simple “I’m sorry” isn’t enough. It’s hard enough to face this situation as an adult, but it can be even harder for a kid just learning about emotions and hurts and navigating relationships. Everyone needs to make amends at some point -- and your child needs your guidance in learning about this delicate and important part of friendships. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/850479/help-your-kids-learn-to-make-amends-for-mistakes Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Jen Klein Sat, 24 Sep 2011 16:27:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/811215/making-new-friends-as-an-adult In grade school, making friends was a snap. You looked around the classroom, located a kid whose jumper you liked, bonded over a shared hatred of math, and voila -- you were BFFs, or at least BFs until the next grade. After college, however, making new friends becomes increasingly difficult. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/811215/making-new-friends-as-an-adult Love & Sex Marriage & Relationships Friendship Margeaux Baulch Klein Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:23:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806833/parenting-and-old-friends-do-they-mix One of my oldest friends just invited me and my husband out for dinner on Saturday night with her friends. I didn't know if I could get a sitter on such short notice, so I told her it wasn't likely we could make it. "A sitter?!" she exclaimed, "Our reservations are before 11 pm -- you don't need a babysitter!" http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806833/parenting-and-old-friends-do-they-mix Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Minsun Park Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:05:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/842013/the-lost-art-of-letter-writing Emailing, tweeting, texting -- 20 years ago, these things were unheard of. Now, we can't live without them. Although the advances in technology are amazing, we can lose some things along the way, as well. In today's world, letter writing is not just unusual; it is almost a completely forgotten art. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/842013/the-lost-art-of-letter-writing Living Career and Time Management Time Management Kori Ellis Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/841925/top-10-ways-to-reconnect-with-your-friends If you're feeling nostalgic, try some new technology to reach out to old long-lost friends. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/841925/top-10-ways-to-reconnect-with-your-friends Living Hobbies Mary Fetzer Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:09:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/841921/5-signs-youre-out-of-touch-with-your-world You may think you're up on current events, but if any of these five signs apply to you, you're not. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/841921/5-signs-youre-out-of-touch-with-your-world Living Hobbies Mary Fetzer Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:56:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841199/6-ways-to-maintain-your-social-life-as-a-new-mom You may be a new mom, but that doesn’t mean your social life has to go out the window. In fact, you need your friends now more than ever. Use these tips to maintain your social life as a you enjoy being a brand-new mommy. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841199/6-ways-to-maintain-your-social-life-as-a-new-mom Parenting New Moms New mom health and wellness Whitney Coy