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American Cancer Society Recommends Mammograms Later and Less Often
The American Cancer Society announced on Tuesday their new guidelines for breast-cancer screening. They are now recommending that women with average risk of breast cancer should start their first mammogram at age 45 (instead of 40) and continue every year until they reach 54. After age 54 women can get a mammogram every other year (as long…
5 Back-to-School Shopping Hacks Every Mom Should Read
You are likely feeling mixed emotions about sending your kids back-to-school — there’s some excitement about getting back to a regular routine, but there’s also some stress stemming from the high cost of school essentials. In fact, the National Retail Federation estimates that parents will spend around $875 on school purchases.
Conscious Love: Embracing My True Self and Guiding Parents on Supporting Transgender Children
My journey to self-realization and identity affirmation has been a path illuminated by conscious love – first coming out as a lesbian at age 14, and then as transgender at age 49. These milestones in my life weren't just about revealing who I am but also about the profound understanding and acceptance I sought, particularly…
Honor Mom on Sunday… and on Mother’s Monday Get Her What She Really Needs: Childcare and Workplace Improvements
The Inaugural Mother’s Monday officially kicks off May 11! Celebrated on the day after the traditional Mother’s Day, Mother’s Monday looks to redefine the relationship between motherhood and work. One of the major storylines emerging from the global pandemic is just how significant the impact has been on women, especially working moms. The group behind…
Can You Afford a College Degree?
The following is a guest post byClare Levison, CPA and Author of Frugal Isnt Cheap: Spend Less, Save More, Live Better. It is sponsored by Western International University.For working adults wondering if they should go back to school for a degree – or to upgrade their bachelors degree to a masters – affordability is, today, more important than ever. How can I afford it? is often the first question students ask before …