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    • The Mommy Vortex: A Toy Story

      By Rosemarie Coppola-Baldwin | February 28th, 2013 | 0 comments

      Confessing a love/hate relationship with plastic, one mom reflects on the moments in time her kids’ toys represent.

      Tags: Mommy Vortex, Parenting
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | No Comments »

    • The Mommy Vortex: An Open Letter to My Preschooler

      By Rosemarie Coppola-Baldwin | February 14th, 2013 | 0 comments

      One mom explains why individuality trumps official developmental milestones.

      Tags: culture, Education, Inner Resume, Mommy Vortex, Parenting, Self-Esteem
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | No Comments »

    • The Mommy Vortex: A Crossroads of Advocacy and Acceptance

      By Rosemarie Coppola-Baldwin | January 31st, 2013 | 0 comments

      Would you advocate for your child even if it meant risking popularity with some of your peers?

      Tags: bullying, Communication, conflict, culture, Education, feminism, guest blog, Mommy Vortex, Parenting, relationships, Self-Esteem
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | No Comments »

    • The Mommy Vortex: A Delicate Balance

      By Rosemarie Coppola-Baldwin | January 10th, 2013 | 6 comments

      Would you intervene if another mom was publicly humiliating her daughter about her weight?

      Tags: body image, Communication, conflict, culture, Mommy Vortex, Parenting, Self-Esteem, stress
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 6 Comments »

    • The Mommy Vortex: Top Ten Things I’m Grateful For As a Mom

      By Rosemarie Coppola-Baldwin | December 20th, 2012 | 4 comments

      Reflections on the joy motherhood can bring, even amidst sorrow and heartache.

      Tags: Mommy Vortex, Parenting
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 4 Comments »

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    • Ask Rachel: How Do I Overcome My Shyness?

      May 16th, 2013

      Rachel advises a shy teen how to take small steps that could lead to big, positive changes.

    • The Mommy Vortex: Take Care, Moms

      May 9th, 2013

      Top ten ways moms can take care of ourselves all year round – not just on Mother’s Day!

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    • Girl Tip #61: Your Friends Will Disappoint You

      May 17th, 2013

      Freaking out & condemning a friendship when someone lets you down isn’t productive. No one is perfect, & your friendships…

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