The weather is getting cooler and the kids are getting some well-deserved days off to spend time with family and friends. For many, my family and I included, this means getting in the card and doing a little driving to visit the grandparents and our extended family. Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, delicious […]
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Girlfriend Mom’s Kid: “Were you in any movies, like the ones you see in the movie theater?” Girlfriend Mom: “Uh…” Wow, where did that come from? One minute we’re watching The Conspirator, and the next I’m mentally reviewing my resume. I didn’t answer immediately because I actually couldn’t remember. I couldn’t remember my life! Great.
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The holidays are here, and so is the joy (and sometimes the stress!) of finding the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. At Modern Mom, we’ve curated the Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide to make your shopping easier and more fun. From thoughtful stocking stuffers to must-have items for the whole family, our guide is
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Parents, one of the most vital ways we can support our teens is by helping them grow through challenges. Whether those challenges stem from academics, friendships, trust, or the increasing desire for independence — we need to know how to best guide our kids. But when and how do we step in? And how do
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How I Got Involved In the fall of 2020, my son started Kindergarten. It was definitely not the start to the school year we’d imagined, having to plan for online classes instead of preparing for the school bus. There was no back to school night and no meet the teacher, and we weren’t even sure
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It’s that time of year again! My very inquisitive six-year-old asked me why people dress up on Halloween. I was stumped. I am usually a reasonably informed mom with a quick story about all the cool things in history that have formed our current day celebrations. But not this time – I didn’t have any
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Boo ha ha! Planning to throw a Halloween bash this year? If you need a spook-tacular Halloween Recipe to serve at your party, look no further. Try these devilish eggs – they look great and taste even better! Creepy Eyeball Eggs! Ingredients 6 eggs 2 Tbs. chopped pimentos Green olives 1 Tsp. Tabasco or any
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Last year during a family dinner with my (Robin’s) niece and nephew and their two adorable daughters, five-year-old Sofia asked me to read with her A Little SPOT of Worry by Diane Alber. In this book, Alber explains that there are two distinct types of worry: a useful worry, or one that keeps you safe, and a spinning worry, or one that you imagine, is not likely to happen and
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At Modern Mom, we know that every mom deserves a little pampering, especially when life gets busy. That’s why we’re so excited to bring you the Ultimate Self-Care Giveaway, featuring not one, but three amazing brands: Fragrant Jewels, The Etched Pine and Twisted Stitch Apparel and Gifts! This prize package is designed to help you
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As we approach our first wedding anniversary, I often reflect on the teamwork that goes into building a strong marriage, our marriage—especially since I’m married to a NBA champion. Derek and I both understand that building a strong marriage requires the same level of dedication and communication that kept him winning on the court. Off
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