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Pregnant, With ‘No Plans to Have Another Baby’ and No Ready Options

"I am a long time poster, but am here now under a different identity as it is much easier to ask for OB/GYN recommendations for having babies rather than terminating a pregnancy." Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 22 2014 12:33 PM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, abortion, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women and Girls, Birth Control and Family Planning, Highlights, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, National Abortion Federation

Diwali, Once Hidden, Now Lit Large

When my family and I immigrated in 1977, to be an Indian-American meant replacing curry with bologna and saris with sweaters, and celebrating Diwali invisibly. My daughter's life is very different. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 22 2014 10:20 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Immigration and Emigration, Highlights, Indian-Americans, Hinduism, Kaling, Mindy, Diwali (Hindu Festival)

Where Are the American Boy Dolls?

At the American Girl store, my 8-year-old son was enraptured by the historical dolls. Surely, there were boys in those times, boys who would have saved the day by using their wits or shown great courage in hard times. Where were they? Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 22 2014 7:58 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, toys, dolls, Men and Boys, Highlights, American Girl Inc

This Is Not Your Mother’s Marijuana Talk. So What Should We Say?

Marijuana is legal in some states and under some circumstances, and can now be munched and drunk as well as smoked. How does that change the way we talk about it with our kids? Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 21 2014 2:05 PM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Twitter, Marijuana, Highlights, Colorado, Twitter|TWTR|NYSE

The ‘Breaking Bad’ Action Figure Outrage-O-Rama

“Breaking Bad” action figures probably don't belong in your 6-year-old’s toy box. But you knew that, right? Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 21 2014 10:34 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, toys, Toys 'R' Us Inc, Highlights, Methamphetamines, Walmart Stores Inc|WMT|NYSE, Breaking Bad (TV Program), Walmart Stores Inc

A Week of Waiting in Nebraska, for a Baby and a Change

My first appointment at the midwives' office in Omaha was awash in comfort, even so close to delivery. Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 21 2014 8:29 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Babies and Infants, Midwives, Omaha (Neb), Destination: Delivery

For Some Children With Autism, Even a Toothbrush Is a Challenge

Dental cleanings happen only twice a year. Twice-daily brushing matters as much for dental health. To establish that routine for a child on the spectrum, start small. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 20 2014 6:24 PM by Motherlode

Filed under: Autism, parenting, American Academy of Pediatrics, Children and Childhood, Teeth and Dentistry, Highlights, Autism Speaks

Quandary: Books for Readers Whose Skills Lag Behind Their Age

Looking for books and strategies to help a behind-the-curve reader find books that interest her, and encourage her to read and improve. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 20 2014 9:57 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Education (K-12), Books and Literature, Comic Books and Strips, Highlights

There Are More Important Things Than Saving for College

There is no shame in having more kids than average. Or in working hard to support them without having money to fund individual college savings accounts, or telling them, “You are your ticket to college. Work hard.” Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 20 2014 8:28 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Personal Finances, Colleges and Universities, Lieber, Ron, Highlights, Savings

For Girl Scouts, Debates Over New Badges and Classic Pursuits Continue

At a convention, the Girl Scouts promised to reinvigorate the role of the outdoors in the organization, but some have questioned whether new badges mean real change. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 20 2014 8:15 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Girl Scouts, Highlights

There’s Cancer In My Future. How Am I Supposed to Feel?

I know I have the BRCA 1 mutation, and I know I have a strong chance of developing ovarian or *** cancer. But I am 32 years old, and I don't know what to do with that knowledge. Read More...

Published Sun, Oct 19 2014 5:05 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Cancer, Breast Cancer, Highlights, Jolie, Angelina, Ovarian Cancer, Tests (Medical)

Family Dinners for a Complicated Week

This week features a lot of moving parts at our house, and dinner will not be the focus. But it still has to be planned and provided, even if not necessarily cooked. Read More...

Published Fri, Oct 17 2014 12:35 PM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Cooking and Cookbooks, Dinnerlode

Your Child Has Lice? Spread the Word.

If we want to have any chance at defeating, or better yet avoiding, lice, we’re going to have to be willing to talk about them. Read More...

Published Fri, Oct 17 2014 5:04 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Lice, Education (K-12), Highlights

It’s 3 O’Clock. You’re at Work. Where Are Your Kids?

Many parents have grown so accustomed to the need to cobble together an after-school plan that we overlook the challenge those hours present to families who are already over-stretched. Read More...

Published Thu, Oct 16 2014 11:24 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Children and Childhood, Education (K-12), Highlights

Want to Ace That Test? Get the Right Kind of Sleep.

Sleep is learning, of a very specific kind. "Sleep Study Skills" can help our teenagers game the system—and get enough sleep. Read More...

Published Thu, Oct 16 2014 9:56 AM by Motherlode

Filed under: parenting, Research, Sleep, memory, brain, Teenagers and Adolescence, Tests and Examinations, Highlights

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