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5 Things No One Ever Tells You About Motherhood
By Cynthia Hanson There’s nothing like firsthand experience to prepare you for motherhood. Seriously. You can read every parenting book on the market, but only being in the new mom trenches -- sleep-deprived and sore all over -- can open your eyes to the realities of your new role. “We…
Have a Case of the Motherhood Blues?
By Cynthia Hanson Motherhood is supposed to be a joy-filled journey -- or so the ads and Facebook memes tell us. So why does it seem as though our days are largely about nagging, supervising homework, changing diapers and shuttling kids to and from their activities? What’s wrong with this…
Finding the “Me” in Motherhood
By Elizabeth Hurchalla Whether you’re a mom or not, at some point you’ve likely put yourself on the back burner while turning your attention to the needs of those around you. But moms know this feeling better than anyone: With kids, life isn’t only about you anymore. That can be…