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Books

9 of the Best Feminist Books for Your Teenager (Or You!)

"Feminism isn’t about making women stronger. Women are already strong. It’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength."

by: Brianna Bell

Kids

Celebrating Your First Christmas after the Guy in Red Isn't a Thing...

As I sit here beside a stockpile of carefully curated Christmas gifts waiting to be wrapped, I am giddy.

by: Heather M. Jones

In The News

"Abcde" is Not a Name; or "Why Creativity in Kids' Names is Off the Rails"

My name is Leslie, pronounced “Less-lee.” Not “Lez-lee.”

by: Leslie Kennedy

Film

The Heartbreak of Seeing Rape Culture in Nostalgic Movies

“I can get a piece of ass any time I want. I got Caroline in the bedroom right now, passed out cold. I could violate her 10 different ways if I wanted to."

by: Heather M. Jones

Film

11 "Don't Miss" Holiday Movies for Your Next Family Night

There’s nothing cozier than a snowy day spent under a mountain of blankets watching the best holiday movies.

by: Brianna Bell

Television

How the Murphy Brown Reboot is the Show That's Come to Save Us

I was eight-years-old when Murphy Brown first hit the airwaves. I watched it because my parents watched it. Now I watch for me.

by: Heather M. Jones

Education

I Have No Problem Letting Kids Skip School For Family Fun Days

Do you ever take your kids out of school for a fun day? Why or why not?

by: Angella Dykstra

Wellness

What to Expect From Your First Mammogram

A Step-by-Step Guide to Strip Away Fear and Empower Your Health

by: Leisse Wilcox

In The News

Look South and Be Reminded Why You Must Always VOTE

On Tuesday, the USA held its midterm elections. Here's why that is important for us as well.

by: Heather M. Jones

Relationships

Tips for Moving In With Your New Partner When You're a Mom with Kids

Enjoying a new relationship when you have kids from a former one is challenging enough; moving in is a whole new ballgame.

by: Ashley MacInnis

Education

Teach Cursive Writing at Home. This is Why

Is there a point in teaching our kids to write in script, just for the sake of sending thank you notes? Yes.

by: Leisse Wilcox

Inside Your Home

Why "Versatile" Needs to Be a New Mom’s Buzzword

When I found out I was pregnant with twins, I had two immediate thoughts: 1.) How are we going to afford university for two kids; and, 2. We have to move.