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Last Saturday I was woken up by my teenage daughter (15) sneaking back into the house at 4:00 AM smelling like alcohol and then discovered she had taken a bottle of vodka from our liquor cabinet.

I am going through a lot of emotions about it—scared, angry, sad, disappointed are a few—but not sure exactly how to approach the situation. My main concern is her safety and just want her to ask me and communicate with me about risky behavior.

Does anyone have any advice on what I should do or where this is headed!?! Please help!

Has anyone dealt with Granuloma Annulare? and if so, did your child also have another condition like EBV? Or recent mono?

I've stopped drinking, but find myself missing the ritual of an evening glass of wine.

We are a “less is more” for the holidays kind of family, so we typically like to do just one central gift and maybe a book or some pjs etc. Anyone have any unique ideas for a central gift for a 3yo boy? We also don’t do electronics/screens so looking for something outside that box. Any ideas? (He already has a tricycle and a yotoplayer). Heeelllpppopp

We just got the dreaded lice email from school. Freaking out. What do I need to know/do?? Helppppppp

Can be stateside or international, just want somewhere that’s fun for them with good safe kid activities and fun for the parents and grandparents. We’ve done 30A a few times and Cayman Islands last year and loved them all. We usually go for a week so somewhere where we won’t get bored after a few days.

Favorite podcasts?? I don’t want anything too heavy that uses a ton of brain power, but also don’t want real housewives numb out level. Something in between. I can learn but not have to focus too much.

Anyone had an ablation done so they don’t have periods anymore?!

Worried about the side effects of stopping that natural cycle, but also interested in all the facts, experiences and pros / cons.

Curious to know your thoughts on a trampoline for the kids?! We love the idea, but worry about injuries or having friends come over and get injured. Do you have one? What do you think about this? Are we worrying too much?

Does anyone have a magic concoction to help kids and teens to wind down at night? Specifically looking for something without melatonin!

Okay, during your childbirth era, postpartum etc., when did you begin working out consistently? What did it look like? How much grace did you give yourself with a new baby and how much did you pressure yourself to prioritize your physical health and fitness?

What is your favorite BPA free, non toxic cookware brand for pots and pans? Caraway is great in theory but the non stick doesn't last long and I've found the grease stains are hard to clean.

Hi! So my 4th grader asks for play dates every single day, I’ve explained we don’t do same day play dates due to homework, dinner, bedtime, etc. and since it puts so much pressure on the moms and last minute figuring out of all the things. Am I being a jerk? Do your kids have multiple play dates throughout the week? Should I be scheduling more and trying to make it happen? With my work schedule, homework, and managing multiple kids it seems overwhelming but my oldest thinks I’m ruining her life… would love to know if everyone else is easy going and maybe I am just overwhelmed by figuring it all out?

I previously used beauty counter. Would especially love if I could buy at ulta or Sephora. Thanks!! Also would really really love links 😬

What is the best tablet option these days? I know a lot of people have Amazon fire tablets (I don't find them user friendly), but open to them. Would love more info on certain models etc. .

I want to know what your opinions are on all the different water filtration systems. Whole house system vs pitcher for your fridge vs fridge water filter vs stand alone Berkey filter. Whats the best considering prices and health benefits too.

What are y’all getting your girlfriends who have everything for their bdays?

My son loves video games, we don’t have them but he goes to friends houses and plays them. I loved video games growing up, but I know they’ve changed. Would love any research, experience and all the things to help navigate when or never to introduce them, are their healthy good ones out there still?!

i recently joined Thrive Market app and just wanted to share how much i love the selection of products and healthy choices.. If you are like me and really want to dive into healthier snack choices for your family, this has a great selection and the best part is that its delivered to you.

At what age do you allow your kid to have their first sleepover with a friend??