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The New Family Network: More Than Ever, It Takes a Village

Dr. Peggy Drexler | Posted 05.30.2012

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Dr. Peggy Drexler

Melanie's husband died suddenly at 35, leaving her to care for their three sons, ages 8, 4, and 10 months. She had no family nearby. Turns out, she had something just as valuable: A network of friends.

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What I Miss Most about My Daughter's First Years

Wendy Fontaine | Posted 05.21.2012

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Wendy Fontaine

Some days, I lay next to her in bed in our new apartment, wondering when the sorrow of divorce would stop. I wondered whether we would survive.

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Female Role Models: The Absent Conversation

Dr. Peggy Drexler | Posted 05.14.2012

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Dr. Peggy Drexler

The great post-feminist irony is that in an age of hard-won female opportunity, media is channeling that opportunity to a place of hyper-sexualized stupidity. It's not who you are -- it's how hot you are.

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Do Daughters Of Divorce Make Good Moms?

Anne Vitiello | Posted 05.12.2012

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Anne Vitiello

Contemporary divorced mothers -- whether single, remarried or blending families -- worry and wonder about how our decisions will impact the children. Can we mitigate the emotional damage? What kind of parents will they grow up to be?

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The Perks Of Being A Family Of Two

Jena Kingsley | Posted 05.07.2012

Read More: Single Mom, Disney World, Family Vacations, Divorce, Single Parents, Modern Family, Family, Divorce News
Jena Kingsley

An incomplete family was a rarity in the Magic Kingdom. People all around us, including families we talked to in line would ask, "Is it just the two of you?"

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The Importance of Strong Role Models in Raising Sons and How to Find Them

Dr. Peggy Drexler | Posted 05.04.2012

Read More: Single-Moms, Single Parents, Traditional Two-Parent Mom/Dad Family, Role Models, Boys, Single Dads, Mothers, Two-Mother Families, Gender Roles, Fathers, Parents News
Dr. Peggy Drexler

The fact is that no parent -- be it mom or dad -- should/can be all things at all times to his or her child.

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Will My Son Remember Life Before Divorce?

Annette Powers | Posted 05.03.2012

Read More: Toddlers, Single Mothers, Parenting, Divorce, Single Parents, Separation, Chicago, Divorce News
Annette Powers

My three year old's daddy phase is driving me crazy. My married friends tell me their kids went through the same thing, but when my son asks for his daddy it, it feels so loaded.

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The Plight of Single Mothers

Marten Weber | Posted 04.25.2012

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Marten Weber

It's a glorious feeling to be an activist in the name of individual freedom, whether gay or straight. One always feels rewarded by the expressions of support. "I am what I am" is such an easy goal for a liberal mind, but there is a dark spot that bothers me immensely: the plight of single mothers.

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Why Bashing Your Ex Is Bad For The Kids

Rosalind Sedacca | Posted 04.18.2012

Read More: Divorce, Parenting Tips, Single Parents, Divorce and Kids, Bashing Your Ex, Post-Divorce Parenting, Kids and Divorce, Parenting Advice, Divorce Advice, Divorce News
Rosalind Sedacca

I know it's challenging sometimes not to criticize your ex, especially when you feel totally justified in doing so. Find a friend or therapist to vent to. Don't do it around your children.

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Is It Over Already? The Debate About Women and Work Lasted Less Than a Week

Ann O'Leary | Posted 04.17.2012

Read More: Working Women, Rick Santorum, Social Security, Single Parents, Working Mothers, Politics News
Ann O'Leary

It's time to stop talking about who cares more about mothers and start putting policies in place that value women's work, no matter where it's carried out.

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6 Steps To Pain-Free Post-Divorce Conversations With Your Kids

Rosalind Sedacca | Posted 04.13.2012

Read More: Talking to Your Kids About Divorce, Parenting Tips, Single Parents, Single Parenting, Talking to Your Kids, Kids and Divorce, Kids and Communication, Parenting Advice, Divorce News
Rosalind Sedacca

Put yourself in your child's place and you will likely make wiser decisions when it comes to talking about sensitive areas in their life.

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Bubba and Me

Don McNay | Posted 04.09.2012

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Don McNay

Bubba's wife and son couldn't make the Masters ceremony. Instead they get the rest of their lives to have Bubba in his role as an adoptive dad. It's not as exclusive as being a Masters winner but in making any impact on the world, it's more important.

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Single Moms on TV: Prostitutes and Drug Dealers?

Caryn Brooks | Posted 04.09.2012

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Caryn Brooks

It's not a new idea on television to have single mothers do desperate things. But surely there are TV shows with strong women in a lead role. Yet no show in the top 5 or even the top 10 had a woman as the lead character, much less a single mother.

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6 Survival Strategies For All Single Parents

Maria Lin | Posted 05.21.2012

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Maria Lin

You matter. Your children may be the center of your universe, but it doesn't mean that you have to disappear to give them everything they need.

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John Celock

GOP Lawmaker's Advice To Abuse Victims

HuffingtonPost.com | John Celock | Posted 03.13.2012

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A Wisconsin lawmaker is co-sponsoring a bill based on the idea that single parenthood causes child abuse. The bill says a child being raised by a ...

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Rick Santorum's Latest Target -- Single Moms

Lara Bergthold | Posted 05.06.2012

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Lara Bergthold

If politicians like Rick Santorum want to promote stable families, they should start by respecting all families. I can think of a lot of things that are making "the fabric of this country fall apart." Loving single parents are not one of them.

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Is Single Parenthood Child Abuse? Proposed Law Says Yes.

Posted 03.03.2012

Read More: Wisconsin, Child Welfare, Child Abuse, Wisconsin Gop, Glenn Grothman, Single Parents, Single Motherhood, Single Fathers, Black Voices News

A controversial bill targeting single parents came to the table at the Senate Committee on Public Health, Human Services and Revenue public hearing in...

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Marriage Rocks -- or Does It?

Sherri Edwards | Posted 04.15.2012

Read More: Marriage, Single Parents, Love and Relationships, Valentine's Day, Teenage Girls, Teen's Views of Marriage, Future Generations, Teenagers, Generation Gap, Parents, Parents News
Sherri Edwards

I also understand marriages can fail. Yet for those of us continuing the soon antiquated practice of marriage, every union has strengths and flaws.

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Want Your Kids To Survive Your Split? Read This

Claire N. Barnes, MA | Posted 04.04.2012

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Claire N. Barnes, MA

There are universal challenges inherent in all separating families -- challenges not related to the size of a family bank account. The most important challenge, of course, is addressing the well-being of children before, during and after the split.

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A Post-Marriage Society?

Adam Clampitt | Posted 03.10.2012

Read More: Marriage, Single Mothers, Divorce, Single Parents, Dating, Motherhood, Fatherhood, Parenting, Single Women, Parents, Culture, DC News
Adam Clampitt

As a resident of Washington, D.C., I am no stranger to the modern lifestyle. While I am now happily married, I waited longer than most to tie the kno...

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10 Tips for Being a Happy Mom in 2012

Sarah Maizes | Posted 03.05.2012

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Sarah Maizes

Motherhood is exhausting. It's non-stop, all consuming and quite frankly... it doesn't always smell so good. But here are a few tips I've compiled to help handle the deluge and improve your odds of ending your day with a smile on your face.

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The Undercover Mother

Deborah Gaines | Posted 02.04.2012

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Deborah Gaines

Here in the suburbs, I meet middle-aged people who feel they've sacrificed their "real" selves for a deadening life of Subarus and softball practice. Frankly, I can't relate to these complaints. Take it from someone who knows: It's not that hard to stay poor or make stupid decisions about your relationships.

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Best First Date Ideas For Post50 Singles

Posted 11.18.2011

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First dates are destined to deliver awkward silences, miscalculated hand-placement, and green vegetable remnants between your teeth. While Post50 ...

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Rosie O'Donnell LIVE On Mondays With Marlo At 11:30 AM ET!

Posted 12.27.2011

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Actress, comedian, author, and talk show host Rosie O'Donnell joins me for a live chat today at 11:30 AM ET! if(typeof AOLVP_cfg==='undefined')AOLVP_...

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4 Ways Single Parents Can Find Love On Halloween

Rachel Greenwald | Posted 12.27.2011

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Rachel Greenwald

On October 31st (and the weekend prior), you can be with your kids and improve your love life -- call it "multi-tasking."

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