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Maternal Ambivalence: Dr. Barbara Almond Discusses the 'Hidden Side of Motherhood'

by Julie Z. Rosenberg, Posted Dec 10th 2010 11:12AM

Dr. Barbara Almond tackles the topic of maternal ambivalence in "The Monster Within." Book cover design and illustration: Lia ...Do you suspect that you don't have the maternal instinct? You're not alone.

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New Anorexia Research Indicates Genetics Are Involved

by Julie Z. Rosenberg, Posted Nov 23rd 2010 6:04PM

If you're anorexic, are you going to pass it on to your children? Credit: Corbis

Anorexia isn't contagious like a virus is, but according to the ...Anorexia isn't contagious, but some children might be more susceptible to contracting the disease due to their family's gene pool.

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When Mom Has an Eating Disorder, Everybody Suffers

by Julie Z. Rosenberg, Posted Nov 12th 2010 4:30PM

When Mom has food issues, kids play Follow the Leader. Illustration by Dori Hartley It's every mom's nightmare: Finding out your child ...It's every mom's nightmare: Finding out your daughter has an eating disorder. Even worse is knowing you're probably to blame.

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How to Find or Start Playgroups

by Julie Z. Rosenberg, Posted Nov 2nd 2010 4:00PM

Playgroups can help cure a case of cabin fever. Credit: Getty Images

Think you might lose it if your little one asks you to play Candy Land one ...Cabin fever, going stir crazy -- whatever you call it -- can be a recipe for disastrous parenting. What you need is a playgroup, because, let's be honest, they're as much for the parents as they are for the kids.

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Transitioning to College: Parents Can Help Ease the Process

by Julie Z. Rosenberg, Posted Oct 21st 2010 10:00AM

Parents are often uncomfortable speaking with their college-age children about depression. Credit: Getty Images

As many parents can attest, senior ...

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Kids Can Help Create Your Family Tree

by Julie Z. Rosenberg, Posted Oct 21st 2010 8:30AM

Let the kids help create your family tree project. Credit: joebeone, Flickr Kids, by nature, are an inquisitive bunch. So, what better way to ...Kids, by nature, are an inquisitive bunch. So, what better way to indulge their curiosity and teach them about your family history than by getting them involved in a family tree project?

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