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On The End of Breastfeeding – Guilt, Ambivalance, and Moving On

With my son, breastfeeding came easy and naturally. I know I was lucky that way. But even though it felt relatively easy, I didn’t really…

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Giveaway: Happy Baby Baby or Toddler Prize Package

I try to make my own homemade food for my children. But at least half the time, I turn to the good folks who make…

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Sustainable Holiday Gifts: Plan Toys Review

As a green-minded parent it is so hard to find toys we can feel good about buying. I can literally count the brands I like…

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A Wish for My Children to be Passionate, Fair, and Righteous

Last week at a parent-teacher conference, the words used to describe my four-year-old were “righteous,” “fair,” and “passionate.” I have never felt so proud. Obviously…

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Finding a New Nanny with a Little Help from My Fabulous Mama

The part time nanny who cared for my son the first year of his life didn’t set the bar very high. She was unreliable, overpaid,…

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Giveaway: MySuperfoods SuperSnack Granola Bites

The best things for kids are usually created by moms. And MySuperFoods, an all-natural, nutrient dense, lifestyle brand is no exception. The result of a…

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Giveaway: Milk Diapers Reusable Nursing Pads

I’m always looking to switch from disposable to reusable products when it is practical. And my most recent switch has been to reusable nursing pads.…

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Giveaway: Kids Beauty Treats Safe Enough to Eat: 3Girls Holistic Lip Gloss and Perfume

When I was in elementary school my friends and I used to collect Bonne Bell Lip Smackers and a variety of other drugstore variety flavored…

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Giveaway: Bravado Essential Embrace Nursing Bra

As I spend most of my pregnancy and (hopefully) at least six months of nursing wearing nothing but nursing bras, it’s important to find ones…

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Top 50 Reasons to Raise Kids in Philadelphia

With so many friends considering moving to the suburbs, I want to remind myself (and anyone else on the fence) all of the rewarding things about…

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