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My Rose-Tinted Sunglasses

When I look back on summer, I realize how many of our most "fun" memories weren't all that fun when they were happening. The post My Rose-Tinted Sunglasses appeared first on Mommy, For Real.

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Where Gratitude Meets Reality Revisited

Some days it is easy to feel grateful. How do we make room for thankfulness when we are having a difficult day, week, or month? I have my own gratitude practice that I try to incorporate daily- even on...

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Can You Be “Maxed Out” If Your Boss is YOU?

The Brilliant Book Club discusses Katrina Alcorn's Maxed Out. Read my perspective on the book, and this phenomenon, and why I think even women who don't have high-power careers can become Maxed Out....

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Disequilibrium: The Toddler “Red Tent”

Have you ever noticed that toddlers cycle through disequilibrium with their friends, sort of like women who get their periods at the same time? I have the perfect place for them- The Toddler Red Tent....

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Dear Angry Grandpa: What Do You Do When a Stranger Yells at a Child?

I recently saw a grandpa yelling at his grandson in public, and I felt conflicted. Would you have said something or kept your mouth shut? The post Dear Angry Grandpa: What Do You Do When a Stranger...

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PTA, Poodle Skirts, and Mom-Fails: An Update

An update on how this year's sock hop once again brought out my inner spazz, as we had another last-minute disaster. The post PTA, Poodle Skirts, and Mom-Fails: An Update appeared first on Mommy, For...

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To the Doctor Who Bullied Me & Made Me Cry

Mother's Day weekend I encountered a doctor who bullied me and made me cry. This is my response to her cruelty and lack of professionalism. The post To the Doctor Who Bullied Me & Made Me Cry...

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Shaming of the Twos: Finding a Better Way to Parent Your Toddler

The Brilliant Book Club discusses Tovah P. Klein's new book, How Toddlers Thrive. Do you struggle with parenting a challenging toddler? The post Shaming of the Twos: Finding a Better Way to Parent Your...

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ParentZ Bop: Tantrums and Demands

ParentZ Bop is back with another parenting song parody about Tantrums and Demands, with lyrics from Nicole Leigh Shaw of Ninja Mom. The post ParentZ Bop: Tantrums and Demands appeared first on Mommy,...

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8 Tips for Surviving an 8-year-old’s Sleepover Party

Considering having a sleepover party for your third grader? Read these tips for success (or warnings) first. The post 8 Tips for Surviving an 8-year-old’s Sleepover Party appeared first on Mommy, For...

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4 Ways to Take Care of Yourself During the Holidays

We have officially entered the six-week stretch that is often the most stressful time of year for people. Personally, I’m a sucker for the holidays—I love the Christmas music, the food, the parties,...

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When Parenthood is Disappointing

Well, we’ve survived Christmas! Now just NINE more long days of the holiday break to go… Stay strong, parent warriors! The holidays are fraught with opportunities for disappointing moments, meals, and...

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The Marriage Happiness Experiment

Here is a non-news flash for you: Marriage is hard. Some newbies may be a bit bewildered when they realize that committed relationships are not the magic elixir for all that ails you, but long-term...

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First World Problems Versus Toddler Problems

Complaining has become popular sport these days, and far be it from me to discourage it. Really, what brings people together more easily than griping about the weather, the line at the grocery store,...

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3 Strategies For Keeping Your Cool in a Parenting Crisis

Follow I wrote this post two years ago, but I still struggle frequently with my tendency to overreact and blow up when parenting gets stressful. It was recently brought to my attention that I am the...

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When We Lose It

Follow Just a few weeks ago, I shared a post with strategies for “keeping your cool in a parenting crisis.” Thanks for the laughs, universe. I find these tips to be truly useful, but as a “hot...

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Diary of a Highly Emotional Mother

Follow I knew it was smart to put on waterproof mascara today. With a long road trip (sans husband, just me and the girls) looming, the potential for disaster was higher than usual. And yep, I cried...

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Three-Year-Olds Are Amazing. Also, They Sort of Suck.

Three-year-olds can be wonderful. And then, sometimes they totally suck. The post Three-Year-Olds Are Amazing. Also, They Sort of Suck. appeared first on Mommy, For Real.

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I Don’t Think Your Crappy Day is Funny

Hey, friend. So you had a terrible day with your kids, huh? You know you should be laughing about it and coming up with witty hashtags to describe the multitude of irritations comprising your day, but...

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This Christmas I Will Not Have a Meltdown

I mean, maybe. Maybe I won’t have a meltdown this year. I hope not. I want to make a solemn vow not to, but . . . let’s be realistic. Tonight I posted this update on my Mommy, for Real Facebook page If...

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