Letting go
Article Abstract:
Every milestone of independence involves a concomitant act of motherly acceptance and release. Episodes include the first use of a non-parental babysitter; the first solid-food meal; weaning; first steps; and first night away from the baby.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 2000
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Me and my girls
Article Abstract:
A mother feels guilty about leaving her two daughters to the care of a babysitter and their father while she is at work. A quiet time at the beach finally allowed her to accept and deal with the situation.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1995
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Seeing red
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People always seem to comment on redheaded children. One mother cites her annoyance with the constant, predictable comments from strangers every time she is out in public with her child.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1992
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