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Digging beneath the dirt

May 17th, 2009

June, 2009

For some women, scrubbing, polishing and buffing are creative acts. Here’s why we need to embrace our inner Martha Stewart

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A bundle of trouble

April 24th, 2009

May, 2009

What do the news headlines, tabloids and our government have in common? They’re fixated on babies. Kids, not so much. Here’s why that spells danger

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The mane debate

February 13th, 2009

March, 2009

Is the fear of short hair really a fear of women with power? Given the times, we’re about to find out

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Hitting home

January 7th, 2009

January, 2009

For some kids, online gaming and chat rooms ease alienation. Here’s why their web-based passions still feel to our generation like a deep, dark threat

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Just look at us

December 8th, 2008

December, 2008

In these high-visibility Facebook days, we’re constantly updating and editing our look, like mini–brand managers. Do we buy what we’re selling?

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Santa and me

November 15th, 2008

November, 2008

I have commitment issues with Big Red, but I’m vowing to try harder. I want us to work it out, if only for the children

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Why beta males are sexy

October 16th, 2008

October, 2008

Don’t let Judd Apatow’s doughy losers (or The Rules‘ tedious alphas) fool you. Beta males are collaborative, conciliatory and sexy as all get out

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Don’t be so pushy

September 20th, 2008

September, 2008

Making a “birth plan” is about more than being prepared. It’s about being in control. Here’s why letting go of all that is way harder – and that much better

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Ageing on-screen and off

August 31st, 2008

August, 2008

For most of us, age is hardly our defining feature. So why do our cherished chick flicks keep flashing that worn-out message?

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Men and birth control

August 12th, 2008

July, 2008

The modern vasectomy is safe, quick and non-surgical. No biggie. So why are some men running for the hills?

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