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Taking care of a sick child — even when he’s fully grown

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Teresa Cook

Teresa Cook’s 27-year-old son still knows to call home when he’s feeling under the weather.

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It’s important to let preteens make some bad decisions

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Cathy Hirko

Cathy Hirko says there’s no rule book for how to be a preteen — or for how to parent one.

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Mommy kisses seal the deal with angry toddler

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Laura Burkey

Laura Burkey’s 2½-year-old Amelia acted out because she was in need of some one-on-one time.

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Manners Matter — especially on your child’s prom night

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Heidi Thomas

Manners and etiquette are called for on such a landmark occasion in a young person’s life.

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Catch up with Smart this weekend

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Sarah Chain

Catch up with Smart magazine posts from the week of April 21, 2013.

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Getting a handle on a case of the Bad Mommies

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Smart Staff

Sue Jennings reminds us that child rearing is taxing work — and backup is critical.

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Don’t forget to listen to your little voices

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Buffy Andrews

Buffy Andrews says when you find your gift — that thing you are most passionate about — don’t let it go.

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Getting used to a different kind of busy

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Kara Eberle

Kara Eberle says her mornings are like some sort of obstacle course.

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Manners matter — even during the thrill of the (egg) hunt

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Heidi Thomas

This year, whether you are hosting or attending an egg hunt, follow these simple tips to help your child learn the importance of being considerate to others and sharing.

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Give your kids wings and they’ll fly out of the nest

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Teresa Cook

Teresa Cook has learned to adapt to her empty nest — and is glad her boys are independent.

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