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August - September 2012 | Issue #21

The Working Mom’s Guide to the 2012 Elections

By Barbara S. Peterson

Where do your candidates stand on what matters most? Here’s the outlook on six crucial issues that have been ignored on Capitol Hill for too long. Read More >>

Help! (I Need an Assistant)

When and how to ask for a helper. Read More >>

Boss Troubles?

If your boss is bumming you out, try these tips. Read More >>

Morning Battle Busters

Three ways to nip a.m. struggles in the bud. Read More >>

Sister Act (a.k.a. Oh, Brother!)

Prepping your child for baby no. 2. Read More >>

Mind Games

Surprise! Puzzles and games that keep you sharp can also help you chill out. Check out our picks. Read More >>

Q&A with Katie Couric

The indefatigable anchor mom enters the daytime talk show waters. Read More >>

Dinner Tonight, Lunch Tomorrow!

By Jennifer Perillo

Get ready for meals that do double duty. Put these low-fat, high-flavor recipes on the table in the evening, then brown-bag the leftovers for the kids’ and your next-day lunches. Excerpted from The... Read More >>