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Welcome To #StudentParentSuccess Week!

I can finally reveal the big news I've been sitting on for a month: I was tapped to write an article for the September issue of ESSENCE magazine on -- what else -- student-parent success! See my emotional video HERE (viewed more than 1,000 times!) on why this meant so much to me. I'm literally lightheaded with joy right now. My first Essence magazine piece and one that I am especially proud … [Continue reading...]

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Why Dr. Seuss Is My Personal Hero

Every Sunday I take my kids to the library to get as many books as they want (YES for FREE BOOKS!!). At first, they were much more interested in getting DVDs, picking out 5-6 movies for each book they selected. I did not like that. Over time, however, they began to pick up more books, probably because they knew more words and were excited to see them on the page. My daughter has blossomed … [Continue reading...]

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{Student Mama} Just Let Me Graduate Already

I've reached that point I think every students hits at some point or another—Am I ever going to graduate and be done with this degree??????? Originally, I wanted to graduate in May 2012. It's a standard two-year program, so why not? Then since it looked like I wouldn't have my thesis done on time, I pushed it to August. Then December 2012. Now my advisor is thinking it's best if I take my … [Continue reading...]

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No, Your School Can’t Kick You Out Because You’re Pregnant

A charter school in northeast Louisiana is under investigation due to its school "pregnancy policy." Not a new policy (the draft I saw said 2006), it basically says that pregnant students at their school have no rights whatsoever: If an administrator or teacher suspects a student is pregnant, a parent conference will be held. The school reserves the right to require any female student to take a … [Continue reading...]

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A Must for Your Summer To-Do List

by Gerri Kimble Vacations, summer camps, amusement parks, and endless days at the pool and playground are all signs of summer!  But an absolute must for your summer to do list is your local library’s summer reading program. This year’s popular theme:  One World, Many Stories!  Mommies of babies and toddlers, join in on the fun!  These summer reading programs are aimed at children ages 0-12 … [Continue reading...]

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Time To Share: Favorite Books For Your Little Ones

This is my first official (non-introduction) post to the Young Mommy Life, and I’m so glad to be here. For starters, I’d like to tell you guys what I’d like to do here at the YML. I would love for mommies to share at least one book a month that’s a favorite with their child(ren).  Your child is probably like mine – there are several favorites (and the list grows), so we should have plenty to … [Continue reading...]

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Guest Post: The Art of Being A Student Mama, Part 2

Melvina drops even more knowledge on day three of her guest series. Click here for part 1 and part 2. Here’s a few more tips for succeeding with your studies: A DEDICATED PERSON: I alluded to the idea of it taking a village to raise a child idea and accepting or asking for help whenever you have an inkling of needing it! Well, I also think if you can manage it, find an extra-special person to … [Continue reading...]

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