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Honest writing about motherhood, work, wellness and the rest of it. Here's what happened to me, what surprised me, and what I'm still figuring out.

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The Weekly Chore Chart, by Age

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The Bloopers That Built Me: 11 “Mistakes” That Made Me a Better Mom

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8 Ways Lisa M. Easton is Helping Moms Build Wealth Without Burnout

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5 Ways to Avoid Getting Sick This School Year

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10 AI Wins That Actually Work for Busy Moms

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5 Fun Ideas for a Mom Night that Won't Leave You Feeling Depleted

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10 Mindset Shifts for Moms: Find Joy & Reduce Pressure in Motherhood

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Travel Sports Moms: Essential Health & Wellness Survival Guide

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Tough as a Mother: 9 Traits of Elite-Level Working Moms

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10 Parenting Lessons Americans Can Learn from Sweden

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Rome with Kids: 3 AI Travel Hacks for a Smoother Family Trip

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Skincare for Tweens: Your Guide to Clean & Confident Kids

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Swedish Parenting Secrets: 5 Ways to Transform Your Family Life

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5 Fun Things to Do in Orange County With the Family

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Grieving a Family Pet: A Working Mom's Guide to Processing Loss with Children

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Top AI Hacks for Busy Moms: 6 Genius Ways to Simplify Life with Tina Sharkey

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Why Traditional Education Is Failing Our Kids—And What Parents Can Do About It

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Giada De Laurentiis's Super Italian: Essential Cooking Secrets Revealed

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Menopause Masterclass Recap: Solutions, Learnings, and Products That Work

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5 Signs of Progress for Women to Celebrate This International Women’s Day

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How to Talk to Kids About World Events: A Parent's Guide

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Ski Lessons & Parenting: What My Third Child Taught Me

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The BabyQuip Family Business Playbook: 4 Lessons from a Mother-Son Duo

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The Healing Power of the Mexican Temazcal Ceremony: Why Moms Need to Prioritize Their Own Reset

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Super Bowl Activities for Kids: The Ultimate Family Game Day Guide

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Mom Entrepreneur Guide: 5 Powerful Skills That Drive Business Success

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Creative Ways to Use AI for Parents: How ChatGPT Can Simplify and Enrich Family Life

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Game-Planning a 15-Minute Meal and Menu Plan with MomShine

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Mom's Reset Guide: 7 Power Habits for Your Best Season Yet

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Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur: What Every Mom Can Learn from Lily Kanter, Co-Founder of Serena & Lily

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24 Days of Holiday Mindfulness: A Mom's Guide to Finding Peace

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7-Day Meal Plan for a Family of 5

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Best Holiday Gifts for Busy Moms: MomShine's Curated List 2024

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Ultimate Guide: Legit Work-From-Home Jobs for Moms

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Top Family Adventures in Texas: From BBQ Feasts to Festive Getaways!

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Teen Slang Dictionary 2024: 14 Popular Words Parents Need to Know

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Simple Self-Care Practices for Busy Parents That Make a Big Difference

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Living with Endometriosis: My Journey to Diagnosis

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20-Min On-the-Go Busy Mom Workout: My Favorite Moves to Stay Lean and Strong

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4 Must-Visit Date Spots in Cabo for a Special Night Out

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Unlocking Longevity: How Our Ovaries—and Whales—Might Hold the Key to Longer, Healthier Lives

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8 Takeaways for Moms from Inspiring Women at the Hello Sunshine: Shineaway 2024 Event

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The Mompreneur Playbook: How Annabelle DeGrazio Went from Lawyer to Building a Million-Dollar Celeb-Loved Candle Company

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4 Family Activities To Do on Your Next Trip to Japan

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What the Women's Health PAC Conference Taught Me About Supporting Women’s Health

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Give Yourself Permission: 4 Questions to Allow Yourself to Live a Happier, Wealthier Life

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How to Get the Support Working Mothers Need to Stay in the Workplace

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Mompreneurs are Creating Maternal Job Satisfaction by Monetizing Big Ideas

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8 Enticing Books for Moms to Read

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4 Things that Helped Me Carve a More Flexible Career Path

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5 Trends that Show that Younger Generations May Be Getting Over Club Life

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8 Family Activities While Traveling in Australia with Kids

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8 Things to Do in Kauai with Kids

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4 Experts Weigh In on Top Parenting Advice to Keep That Shine

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7 Wellness Tips to Practice Across the Whole Fam, Devices Included

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7 Powerful Strategies to Overcome Parenting Challenges with More Ease

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10 Travel Hacks That Might Save Your Next Family Vacation

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Perimenopause vs Menopause: Important Info for Women Over Thirty

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From Wanting to Quit to Winning 3 Communicator Awards as a First-Time Podcast Host

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New Norms to Help Modern Moms on Mother’s Day

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5 Ways to Co-Develop Good Family Habits from Expert Jenna Hermans

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Inspirational Mom Story: How Nikki Lindgren Launched a 7-Digit Business as a Busy Mom to Three

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Breaking Down My Favorite Family Mantra and When to Use It

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Everything You Need to Know About How Food Can Impact Kids’ Mood

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5 Takeaways From a Dr. Becky Parenting Event

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Parenting Advice: 5 Questions to Discuss Before Setting Up Your Estate Plan

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Getting Involved in the Digital Health and Wellness Revolution

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3 Women's Advice to Putting an End to Mom Guilt

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7 Great Podcasts for Parents

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7 Self-care Tips for Moms to Maintain a Healthy Gut

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7 Time Management Questions on Kids’ Activities Answered

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How One Mom Pivoted Her Career to Create More Work-Life Balance

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4 Mom Survival Tips That Help During Menopause

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Liver, A Miracle Supplement for New Moms: Here’s Why

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Parent School Part III: 4 Ways to Reset with Solid Family Rules

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3 Tips to Finding the Balance Between Work and Family

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Parent School Part II: 3 Lessons in Building Kids' Self-Esteem

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4 Steps to Make Sure You Prioritize Self-care by Taking a Mom Retreat

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Parent School Part I: 9 Ways to Maintain the Hierarchy When Raising Kids

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7 Steps to Planning a Successful School Fundraiser

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