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Giving Thanks to Everyone

Daily Dose of Mom
These are stories by moms and for moms


Don’t do the Norm: How to Actually Support Your Child’s Development
All parents want to support their children’s development. Parents must get involved with their children and support them on their life journey.
Mary O' Cleary
2 min read


My Family's Village
From Struggle to Strength: How One Chicago Mom Built ‘My Family’s Village’ to Uplift Families in Need Who would have ever thought a little black girl who grew up in the housing projects on the south side of Chicago would have her own non-profit organization one day? Who would also have a master's degree in Social Work while working towards pursuing her PhD? Unfortunately, my aunt did not think so. She always made me believe that her children were better off. She believed bec
Marissa Goldman
3 min read


Are You Arguing with Reality?
Recently, I went on a three-day silent meditation retreat. No talking, no communicating in any way, no reading, no writing – that is all part of noble silence taught in Buddhism. I loved not talking – no chit chat, small talk over meals; no explaining myself, or talking about myself; no being bombarded with a lot of noise coming at me or the din of 100 voices talking at once – just silence.
Julie Hatch
4 min read


Mums on a Mission: Understanding Child Behavior and Emotional Needs
As a pediatric nurse practitioner, I’ve seen a lot in my 30+ years of practice. I’ve seen babies born, children get sick and get better, and I’ve seen children die. I’ve seen more of this than most people see in a lifetime, many lifetimes.
Julie Hatch
3 min read
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