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Mission Possible: Declutter & Donate to Goodwill
I have an emotional block when it comes to decluttering. A project for Goodwill has provided a well-needed motivation Here’s what I’ve learned about myself.
Relationships
Mother-in-Law as the Nanny: The Real Costs of “Free” Childcare
My mother-in-law will be caring for my baby daily when my maternity leave ends. How do I set-up appropriate boundaries and manage that tricky relationship?
Big Kid
That Totally Comes From Your Side of the Family
Because that’s what we do in our house. We blame our kids’ less desirable characteristics on our partner’s gene pool.
Health & Safety
Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Doggie?
My young daughter is terrified of dogs. How can I help her with her fear of animals.
Big Kid
The More Teens Change, The More They Don’t
My teens are growing up, and in some ways everything seems different, now. In plenty of other ways, though, it’s all still very familiar.
Baby
I’m Addicted to Babies
I have five children and am starting to suspect that I am addicted to babies.
Pregnancy
Withdrawing From the In-Law Guilt Games
This expecting mother is receiving hurtful comments from her future in-laws about their lifestyle and parenting choices (already!). Amalah provides some guidelines for navigating that tense relationship.
Parenting
The Super-Glue Mom
My daughter has behavioral special needs that make visits with and from her grandparents very stressful for everyone, including her. I really want the grandparent relationship to be strong. What should I do?
Pregnancy
Out-of-State Baby Shower Gift Logistics & Etiquette
Gift registry etiquette is always a sticky subject and even more so when the guest of honor is coming in from out-of-state.
Big Kid
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Teaching older kids about the ins and outs of respect has to be about reminding them that they control themselves and no one else, but it’s tricky territory.
Education
Getting Help For Your ADD/ADHD Kid
I think my second grader has inattentive ADD/ADHD. What should I do to get him the help he needs at school?
Pregnancy
The Crushing Weight of All You Ignore
An expecting mom is having trouble being motivated to do anything and feels like a failure. Amalah gives her the advice and pep talk she needs to hear right now.
Crafts
Giant Paper Parasols for Spring
Making giant, life-size parasols from paper is easy-peasy. Just follow our tutorial.
Toddler
The Pros and Cons of Early Potty Training
A mom is very eager to potty-train her 17-month old. Is that realistic? What are the pros and cons of early potty training?
Big Kid
Hello Teenagers, Goodbye Romance
Having teenagers in the house is a solemn death knell of romance for the parents. And they’re not even sorry about it, either.
Toddler
Is It Time to Ditch the Crib?
When should my toddler move from a crib to a toddler or big-kid bed?
Baby
Speech “Delays” and Way-Too-Early Intervention
A mom thinks her baby may be speech-delayed. Should she be concerned? Or is she possibly overreacting?
Food & Home
Three Nearly Guilt-Free Desserts
Love dessert, but trying to stay relatively healthy? Here’s three great recipe options to satisfy a sweet tooth without guilt.
Crafts
Beaded Butterflies Craft
Spring is near and these beaded butterflies are a perfect craft for the season.
Home
Quiz: Do You Need to Simplify Your Life? (+ $300 TargetGift Card Sweepstakes)
If you have a computer, you of course know that online quizzes are everywhere these days. “Which Disney Princess Are You?” “Which 80’s Band Are You?” “Which Hot Dog Topping Are You?” Just to name a few. So in the spirit of these non-stop quizzes, here is our version. You won’t find out what Cat Breed you are, but you might learn how to keep your home more tidy and how to keep your life more fun.