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Chris Donnelly: My son is the LeBron James of selective hearing

He’s a best-in-class parental ignorer, and it’s infuriating.


Jill Koegel: Not on a diet? Then it’s not cheating

“Cheating” is for diets. And I’m not a fan of diets.


Danielle Herzog: Kansas City Triathlon: Race day jitters and uncertainty

My husband and brother-in-law trained the past 14 weeks for it.


Tracie McPherson: The greedy American way: Buy, buy, buy

Maybe the cure is to ask yourself: “Do you need it or want it?” Who am I kidding, that didn’t work for me.


Jessica Brashear: 5 things I never thought I’d do

Now with kids, I’m breaking every single promise to myself.


Julie Anderson: Allow your child to follow his reading interests

Researchers who’ve studied how to get boys to read say parents and teachers need to follow their interests.


Author archive: Dr. Jacobi

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Be all, end all advice for dads-to-be (and sure fire ways to earn major brownie points)

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A woman considering VBAC must weigh numerous factors, fully understand the risks and benefits.

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Heartburn doesn’t = hairy baby. Read other pregnancy myths

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Extra water, no drive-thru’s and lay off the eggnog. These tips and more.

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We break down what causes, and possibly how to prevent, premature births.

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Why there’s no better time to start exercising than when you’re expecting.

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Ladies preparing for “the change” should know their options (and dress in layers).

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Both parents can get a little “punchy” in the labor-and-delivery room.

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New Pap smear guidelines were introduced this year.

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When you’re pregnant, your OB/GYN should be ready to expect the unexpected.

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For some, menstrual cycles are brutal. But it’s important to know there are treatment options out there

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Helping kids prepare for bad weather Helping kids prepare for bad weather
It is difficult to watch scenes of destruction from the tornado in Oklahoma.
Jill Koegel: Not on a diet? Then it’s not cheating Jill Koegel: Not on a diet? Then it’s not cheating
"Cheating" is for diets. And I'm not a fan of diets.
To encourage boys’ reading, look to book clubs To encourage boys’ reading, look to book clubs
Practice makes perfect when it comes to reading.

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