We recently saw a perky talk show host ask a mega celebrity, “How do you balance a busy schedule with two kids and a husband?” Her answer: “It’s all about quality — every time you…
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5 Parenting Mistakes I’m Guilty Of Making — And You Probably Are, Too
My kids use their manners 98.9 percent of the time and they’ve never stolen from the treasure box at school or set fire to anything important, which means that my husband and…
I Think I Would Be A Happier Person If I Never Had Kids
Editor’s Note: This is a part of YourTango’s Opinion section where individual authors can provide varying perspectives for wide-ranging political, social, and personal commentary on issues. In November of 1975, the year before I…
The Only 10 Ingredients Any Person Needs In Their Pantry
Ever opened your cupboards and felt overwhelmed? Me too. There are bottles of half-used sauces, plastic boxes in all shapes and sizes, stuff I’ll never need again. Forget that! Part of a simple,…
7 Critical Lessons Parents Should Teach Their Daughters About Healthy Relationships
As parents, we all want our daughters to be fully prepared and ready for their first relationship and first love — and the ensuing love lessons each brings. The future of our…
The Tragic Reality Behind Medications That Treat Depression
The Germanwings air catastrophe of March 2015 was unfathomable. Evidence has revealed the co-pilot deliberately flew the plane into the mountain, killing 144 passengers and 6 crew members. My deepest empathy and prayers go to those…
9 Sneaky Tips For Getting Your Man To Eat Better
Food has an undeniable impact on our moods, as well as our health. Even though some men might claim they are “tougher,” guys are still highly affected by what they eat. It…
I Chose To Raise My Children In Poverty To Avoid Daycare
When my ex-husband and I divorced, my economic situation took an abrupt downturn. My son and I moved from a luxurious home in an affluent suburb to a small apartment in a…
7 Ways To Teach Kids To Be Grateful, According To Experts
As a parent, it can be tempting to spoil our kids, especially around the holidays and their birthdays. And while it’s okay to regale them with gifts every so often, they must…
10 Tiny Ways To Find Hope When Depression Makes The World Go Dark
Some people turn to spirituality and religion in the hope of turning things around and providing them a lift when they feel depressed. For others, feeling depressed makes them feel alienated from…