Work Life Balance

Going back to work is tough, but feeling guilty won't help. There's a lot you can do to ease the transition.

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Find out how to do everything from cooking and shopping to primping and working out in less time!

Follow our expert strategies to make this transition easier for you.

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Experts offer their best calm-down cures for families with hectic households.

Say good-bye to missed appointments and forgotten play dates! Our guide will help you get the most out of your digital calendar so you can finally streamline your family's busy schedule.

Learn how to become a telecommuting mom!

When your kid is hungry, look no further than these nutritious, mom-approved snacks.

It's never been easy to juggle the demands of a job with the needs of your family. But in today's economy, with so many companies cutting back and laying off, it can be particularly daunting to tell your boss that you have to leave early because of a childcare emergency -- let alone to attend the preschool sing-along. Even in tough times, though, you can be a reliable employee and a good parent. Our experts have great advice to help you find the balance.

Are you and your spouse clashing over parenting duties? Find out how to co-parent in peace!

Check out our cost-cutting calendar of money-saving tips for your family.

Surround your children with love, happiness, and encouragement so they have the confidence to reach goals.

Your little bundle can cost you big. Here's how to avoid blowing your budget.

Finding time for family when you also bring home the bacon.

Learning to enjoy maternity leave isn't easy for everyone. We've narrowed down some tips and tricks from the pros about how to make your time off count.

Arranging for time off to care for your newborn can seem as daunting as going through labor itself. We'll show you how to do it worry-free.

Moms and dads from our Facebook community share the parenting routine or habit they feel most proud of when it comes to effectively raising happy, responsible kids.

Our delicious Halloween desserts look so pro you'd think they came from a bakery -- but they're a cinch to make at home.

A stunning, month-by-month photo gallery of pregnancy.

Break out these fun and creative ideas when you're cooped up indoors.

Your child's ill. You can't stay home. Don't despair. We'll help you create a backup plan that gives you, your employer, and your little one peace of mind.

Our readers tell what worked for them when it came time to return to their jobs.