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Lauren Apfel

Lauren Apfel is co-founder and executive editor of Motherwell. Connect with her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

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On being a part-time working mom

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Yes, I know my kid is average

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Sex-ed for kindergarteners? Yes, please

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I called him pathetic, he accused me of ruining his life: What children did to our marriage

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