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You can talk to your teen about consent without it being awkward.  When I was younger, the idea of discussing sex with my parents mortified me. They must have felt some way about having the conversation, too, because we never did talk about it. Kids these days are much more informed thanks to the internet …

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My daughter is in high school now, and trying to find quality time to spend 1:1 is becoming such a challenge. Fortunately, we have a standing nighttime date to watch an episode or two of The Office before bed, but I know it’s also important to nurture our bond through one-on-one dates. These dates give …

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Content Warning: Pregnant with depression and suicidal ideation.  My journey to motherhood didn’t start under the happiest of circumstances.  I was already experiencing the most chaotic times of my entire life when I became pregnant. The spiral of sadness that I had been going down before I conceived paled in comparison to the overwhelming sense of …

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I noticed that my daughter was having a tough time concentrating and realized I needed to find ways to help my distracted teen focus. Because I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD, I was able to recognize signs that she needed a little more support from me. While my daughter hasn’t been assessed, I see some of …

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