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Nov. 11, 2025

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Calm to Chaos
Are Second Kids Really Wilder? Here's What A Psychologist Says ([link removed])

Many parents swear their second child is the wild one. Here’s what experts — and a few very tired moms — say about the feral second child theory.
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A Mom Asked "Happy & Thriving" Moms To Share Their Secrets ([link removed])

Spoiler alert: Having money to hire help is a really good way to be a happier and more rested parent.
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Delicious & nutritious
“Salsa Is A Vegetable” & Other Affordable Food Advice From A Nutritional Psychiatrist ([link removed])

One expert took to social media to remind us all that some vegetables are cheaper and more well-liked than others, and those count as vegetables too.
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A New Celeb-Endorsed Face Mask For Kids Draws Criticism From Parents ([link removed])

Shay Mitchell said the idea was inspired by her daughter seeing her wearing a face mask and asking for her own.
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Somewhere between “family vacation” and “mom’s breaking point” is Bass Lake, and yes — it’s worth packing the car for. The Pines Resort ([link removed] Mommy&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The Pines Resort&ev=email_redirect_hotel&hotel_id=2228&partner_id=65&email_id=20251111651&[email protected]&preview_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmailchi.mp%2Fscarymommy.com%2Fsxwlt0jqnj%3Fe%3D%5BUNIQID%5D&r=[link removed]) is the only full-service resort in the Yosemite area that’s actually on the lake, which means mornings on the water (even in the fall), evenings by the firepit ([link removed] Mommy&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The Pines Resort&ev=email_redirect_hotel&hotel_id=2228&partner_id=65&email_id=20251111651&[email protected]&preview_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmailchi.mp%2Fscarymommy.com%2Fsxwlt0jqnj%3Fe%3D%5BUNIQID%5D&r=[link removed]) , and absolutely no guilt about not hiking.

You can stay in a two-story cabin ([link removed] Mommy&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The Pines Resort&ev=email_redirect_hotel&hotel_id=2228&partner_id=65&email_id=20251111651&[email protected]&preview_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmailchi.mp%2Fscarymommy.com%2Fsxwlt0jqnj%3Fe%3D%5BUNIQID%5D&r=[link removed]) (with a kitchen, because kids) or a lakeside suite with a balcony ([link removed] Mommy&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The Pines Resort&ev=email_redirect_hotel&hotel_id=2228&partner_id=65&email_id=20251111651&[email protected]&preview_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmailchi.mp%2Fscarymommy.com%2Fsxwlt0jqnj%3Fe%3D%5BUNIQID%5D&r=[link removed]) that feels like your own calm corner of California. The nearby village has everything you need within walking distance — coffee, dinner, maybe a souvenir you’ll actually like. Whether you’re here with the whole crew or sneak away solo, this is the kind of trip that reminds you of what vacations are supposed to feel like. Bonus: There’s no buyer’s remorse when the view
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Think of it as Texas’s version of “mom finally gets her turn.” Four pools (yes, one is adults-only), a spa, and 13 dining options mean you can skip the itinerary and still feel wildly productive. Golf optional. Cocktail recommended.

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Rustic with all the right upgrades. This riverside stay hits the sweet spot between comfort and adventure with canyon views, cozy rooms, and easy access to Moab’s trails, wineries, and everything else you’ll need to recover from doing both.

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