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How to Have an Awesome Day at the Beach When You Have Little Kids

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Remember when all you had to take to the beach was just a towel and a book? Sadly, once you have kids, those days are gone for awhile. With two sets of grandparents who have homes at the Jersey Shore, my family has lots of experience with family beach days. I've compiled a list of my great-to-have ... Read More about How to Have an Awesome Day at the Beach When You Have Little Kids

How to Play with Your Kids While You’re Lying Down

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Are you trying to parent while sick? On bed rest due to a complicated pregnancy? Recovering from surgery? Simply tired after waking every two hours to feed the baby? Unfortunately, the job of motherhood never stops, and your little sweeties still probably want you for a playmate during the day. ... Read More about How to Play with Your Kids While You’re Lying Down

Mama: Here’s How To Prepare When You Need To Have Surgery

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Mama, are you preparing for surgery soon? Read on for some tips on preparing your family, your home, and yourself for surgery to ensure a smooth recovery. I've got some familiar butterflies in my tummy this week. Next week, I'll be going under the knife for a scheduled surgery. As a breast ... Read More about Mama: Here’s How To Prepare When You Need To Have Surgery

The 6 Things You Need to Do When Your Solo Parenting Journey Ends

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So, you’ve been solo parenting for a bit, and now your spouse is home. Life should immediately get better, right? Not so fast. My friends and I refer to this phase as re-entry, and it’s tough for everyone involved. As with everything in life, looking at things from everyone’s perspective can be ... Read More about The 6 Things You Need to Do When Your Solo Parenting Journey Ends