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Claire Lawrence
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Parenting
*This* is the best stage of parenting. There, I said it.
There is an interlude between the slog of toddlers and the horror of teens known as the “golden years,” and I’m in it now.
4 minutes
Toddler behaviour
Toddler, I love you but please leave the baby the eff alone
You’re wonderful, my precious firstborn. But please get the hell off the bed and away from me and the tiny sleeping baby, for the love of all that is holy.
4 minutes
Baby
Letting your baby nap in your arms isn’t a bad habit
After hours of crying, feeding or fussing, the blessed relief of a sleeping baby in an exhausted parent’s arms isn't something anyone wants to mess with.
4 minutes
Women's health
I was turned on by breastfeeding—am I a freak?
This taboo “benefit” of breastfeeding happens way more than people are willing to admit, but how normal is it? An expert weighs in on this mom's story.
5 minutes
Opinion
The most loyal employees ever are working moms with good bosses
It’s time for both sides to realize that having an understanding and flexible boss isn’t just what parents need—it’s what employers need, too.
5 minutes
Style
Hand-me-downs are a new mom’s blessing and curse
I sobbed in gratitude as I unfolded outfit after outfit. But little did I know that my battle with overstuffed closets had just begun.
6 minutes
Baby development
What you need to know about baby's first words
Baby language development is so fun and fascinating to watch. Here's what's going on in your baby's brain as she's learning to speak her first words.
4 minutes
Newborn care
5 weird things about your newborn that nobody talks about
There are so many alarming (but normal) things that can freak out new parents.
4 minutes