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My Husband Can’t Dress Our Daughter. Am I Overreacting?
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My Husband Can’t Dress Our Daughter. Am I Overreacting?

In Wives and Moms’ monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think — how about you?  Dear Wives and Moms, My husband is totally clueless and can’t seem to dress our daughter to my standards. For context: I work in healthcare and he works remotely, so […]

Questions to Ask: When Your Child Needs Surgery
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Questions to Ask: When Your Child Needs Surgery

It’s a scary prospect, but it’s important to get as much information as possible. Here are the questions to ask when your child needs surgery. It’s a sentence no parent wants to hear: “your child needs surgery.” Unfortunately, many issues can require pediatric surgical intervention — tonsillectomies, ear tube placements, or other conditions can mean […]

I Just Had a Miscarriage…What Next?
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I Just Had a Miscarriage…What Next?

Miscarriages are common, but that doesn’t make them any less devastating. Losing a pregnancy is heartbreaking. You may be feeling many different emotions — grief, anger sadness — all at intense levels (and the hormones certainly don’t help).  If you’ve never experienced a miscarriage before, you may be left wondering what happens next. First and […]

My Mother-in-Law Gave My Toddler a New Food. Am I Overreacting?
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My Mother-in-Law Gave My Toddler a New Food. Am I Overreacting?

In Wives and Moms’ monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think — how about you?  Dear Wives and Moms, My mother-in-law was babysitting for me one afternoon and she gave my 2 year old son orange slices for a snack. I hadn’t given him oranges […]

I Just Had a Baby…What’s Next?
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I Just Had a Baby…What’s Next?

Your baby is finally here! These are the next steps after your little one makes their grand arrival You’ve planned, prepared, nested and celebrated. Now, your little one has finally arrived! After the rush of joy and initial bonding time has come and gone, you may be left wondering what comes next. Having a baby […]

What I Wish I Knew Before Making a Baby Registry
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What I Wish I Knew Before Making a Baby Registry

If you’ve got a little one on the way, you’re going to need stuff…a lot of it. Here’s what I wish I knew before making a baby registry Preparing for your baby’s arrival is an exciting (and overwhelming) time.  Baby registries are a wonderful way to acquire all the necessary stuff for your bundle of […]

I just had my baby shower…what’s next?
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I just had my baby shower…what’s next?

You’ve been showered with love for your bundle of joy. So, what now? You’ve got a little one on the way, and that’s a reason to celebrate! Whether you’ve recently had a baby shower or yours is coming up soon, you may wonder what comes after the big party. Here’s how to navigate that tricky […]

What I Wish I Knew Before Getting Induced
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What I Wish I Knew Before Getting Induced

It may not be exactly how you envision child birth, but there can be some important reasons to choose induction. Here’s what I wish I knew before getting induced.  Like many first-time moms, I had a preconceived notion of how I’d deliver my baby: my water would break, we’d rush to the hospital, I’d tough […]

My Mother-in-Law Lets My Child Nap on Her. Am I Overreacting?
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My Mother-in-Law Lets My Child Nap on Her. Am I Overreacting?

In Wives and Moms’ monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think — how about you?  Dear Wives and Moms, My mother-in-law watches my son while my husband and I work during the week. She recently started to let him nap while laying on her and […]

Questions to Ask: A Daycare
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Questions to Ask: A Daycare

Selecting the right daycare can seem like a daunting task. Asking these questions can put your mind at ease and build trust with your provider. There’s no shortage of excellent daycare options on Long Island. Whether you’re looking for something full-time or just for a few days a week, there are plenty of highly-rated, trustworthy […]