QOES: How often do you shave your legs?
Women, and men for that matter, can have very strong opinions about shaving. What to shave. When to shave. How far up to shave. Waxing vs. razors. Some people are year-round shavers. Some are seasonal. Source I actually shave every single day. No matter what. For me it's not a vanity thing. It's a sensory thing. I don't like the feeling of my legs touching stubble. Prickly hair against my jeans? No thank you. It makes me feel gross. Doesn't even matter where I am or what I'm doing. Camping, . . .
On blue hair and saying yes
Over the summer I tend to take an “anything goes” approach to my kids’ hair and let them choose a fun color. I’ve been doing this since India was in kindergarten, when she started begging for blue hair. I let her do a few streaks, and she was thrilled. This summer, they both wanted to do color again. India wanted pink tips and Karis wanted some blue. We used Jerome Russell’s Punky Colour in Flamingo Pink and Turquoise. I’m sure there is a more professional way to color the tips, . . .
What I want you to know about deciding to stop infertility treatments
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Michelle. I was never the type of woman who dreamed of being married or wanting children. I had been molested as a child, and getting through that therapy and coming out on the . . .
What I want you to know about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Mallory. I'm Mallory, I'm 16, and I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Those of you who do not know what Ehlers-Danlos is, it means the collagen in my bones and connective tissue, the . . .
Ten steps to positive summer parenting
I’ve been told before that my default mode for reacting to the world around me is sarcasm. I trend toward the cynical side of whatever personality-analyzing method you’re using. It works for blogging, I guess, but isn’t always the most attractive quality as a mom. Especially when the kids try to emulate the snark. As a parent, I’ve begun recognizing this on a regular basis. There are so many studies on the virtues of positive parenting and optimistic thinking, and sarcasm . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Braydon
Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .
What I want you to know about pregnancy after loss
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Lindsey M. Henke, MSW, LICSW. My first baby died. Yes, she died, after a perfect 40-week, full term pregnancy. She died from an E.coli infection. Nothing could be done. Then . . .
The break-in that wasn’t: on raising black sons and interacting with law enforcement
Last night we had a experience that rattled me to the core. In the middle of the night, I heard the sound of glass breaking. But that's not the part that has me still reeling. Because we thought it might be a break-in, we immediately called the police. They came out and searched out house and yard. The kids were still sleeping. As they searched the backyard, with guns held up in front of their chests asking an intruder to make himself known, they woke Jafta and he screamed and ran down the hall . . .
QOES: In what ways were you different with your first child compared to the second?
With my first child, he got all my attention. With my second, I was busy running after a toddler so she had to learn to be more independent. I was also way more chill. If the pacifier dropped on the ground - whatever. I didn't boil the bottles. I just knew at that point she wasn't going to die like all the things I read said she would. Source Has anyone ever been the exact same parent with each child? If you've pulled that off, I'd love to hear about it in the comments. What about when . . .
What I want you to know about delivering a stillborn twin
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Cyndi Taylor. My son is a bundle of energy. His hair is the color of corn silk. His eyes match the color of the sky and sparkle like the stars. He is quick to offer his smiles to . . .
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