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Melissa Milsten

Melissa Milsten lives in Westchester, New York with her husband, their four teenagers and Ruby the dog (who is sometimes the best behaved member of the family). Her background is in publishing and marketing. When she isn’t working or parenting, you might spot her on a yoga mat or lacing up a pair of sneakers. You can read more about her here

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Sweet 16 Gifts: 32 Presents Your Daughter Will Love

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Parenting

Mother’s Day 2021: 12 Best Gifts for Mom From Kohl’s

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Stuff We Love

College Apparel: 2021 NCAA March Madness Fan Gear

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Family Holidays/Special Occasions

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More Extracurriculars, Less Screen Time Better for Teens’ Mental Health [New Study]

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New Study Says Social Media Use Does Not Raise Teen’s Risk of Depression

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