Who doesn't love vacationing with her family? Helping the kids build sandcastles, taking in a sunset with the hubby -- it's lovely. But sometimes, you just need to get away with the girls. These 10 vacays will have you shouting "Sign me up!" See more »

Life is busy, but if you find yourself abandoning the things you love most just so you can tear through that to-do list, it might be a sign you've take on too much. What are 10 signs that you're doing more than you can handle? See more »

Kids aren't known for respecting "mommy time." For little ones, even the bathroom is fair game. But then there's that one precious day of the year when you're the pampered one -- how should you celebrate? See more »

No offence to June Cleaver, but '50s portrayals of motherhood are not, how shall we say, spot-on. Today, we're more likely to see films like "Stepmom": poignant, conflict-filled and often funny accounts of the joys and heartaches of being a mother. See more »

You've been looking forward to your girl's night out, but the thought of going to a club with 1,000 of your closest friends doesn't sound so appealing. We've got five alternatives that will let you keep up with the gossip and stay close to your girls. See more »

Even in these days of equality, the majority of household work is still done by women, even if they also work outside the home. But there are many ways to get your spouse or partner to help out more. He may even get to enjoy it. See more »

Stay-at-home motherhood is a luxury many women will never know, but it's not a walk in the park. Here are 8 tips for stay-at-home moms. See more »

Does it feel selfish to spend time away from your kids? Well, it's not. When you spend time away from your children, it's actually good for the whole family. Why? See more »

Work, school, sporting events, carpools filled with screaming children -- sometimes a parent's life is filled with too much noise and not enough space. With packed schedules and lots of commitments, is it possible to make a little time for yourself? See more »

If you don't effectively manage your time, it can be easy to get overwhelmed and stressed out with all the obligations you have. What kinds of effects can this have on your health? See more »