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9 Ways Teens Are Better Than Toddlers

When was the last time your three-year-old was like, “Oh you’re not feeling well? You should definitely get some rest. I’ll just take care of myself. No sweat.”

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Things I anticipate most when my kids finally go the eff to sleep!

10 Things I Look Forward To When My Kids (Finally) Go The Eff To Sleep

These are the things I anticipate most when my kids finally go the eff to sleep. I deserve it after a day of being in what feels like survival mode.

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Easy Bubble Bath Costume (image: Mariah Aro Sharp @mightymooseart)

8 Super Simple (And Cheap) Halloween Costumes For The Pinterest Inept

A round-up of some of my all-time favorite cheap Halloween costumes that you can make with stuff you have in your house or pickup at Michaels or Walmart.

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One thing you should know about protecting your kids is that you can’t.

One Thing You Should Know About Protecting Your Kids

One thing you should know about protecting your kids is that you can’t.

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I love watching my son and my husband bond, but it’s becoming apparent I’m losing my little boy.

The First Time My Son Broke My Heart

I love watching my son and my husband bond, but it’s becoming apparent I’m losing my little boy.

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It’s mama’s turn to break some shit.

There Are 10,000 Acceptable Reasons To Throw A Mom Tantrum; Here Are 5

Your meltdowns never made any damn sense. They were the product of your immature squirrel brain. My mama freakouts, on the other hand, make hella sense.

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5 Ways Parents of Preschoolers Can Raise a Body-Positive Kid

How's this for a scary statistic: Studies show that kids as young as 5 say they don’t like their bodies. We need to raise body-positive kids!

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art by Julia Green

It’s Okay For Your Kids To Say No To Things

As parents, I believe that most of us really are trying to do our very best. You will make mistakes. It's okay for your kids to say no!

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