On the cover
Fabulous (and Cheap!) Fall Looks for You
No-Sew Halloween Costumes that Rock!
The 50-50 Marriage You CAN get there
Veggie-Packed Meals Kids Will Love
Texting Mania! How high-tech talk is changing children (and why it's not all bad)
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Contests and Giveaways
Avon Pro 3-in-1 Lip Wand Sweepstakes The CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain Sweepstakes The Hard Rock Pinktober Sweepstakes The Freshaire No-Voc Paint Sweepstakes The Chronicle Touch-and-Feel Stroller Card Sweepstakes Post-It Sweepstakes Multicultural Toy Sweepstakes Graco Blossom Highchair GiveawaySee All Contests and Giveaways
Features
Fall Forward - Chic looks you'll love from head to toe! We've found the season's crave-worthy trends -- at guilt-free pricesMom to the Rescue? - How to know if your kid will be better off if you butt in -- or stay outMad at Dad - In part two of our series, we give simple steps to get you two on the same page at last My Less-Than-Social Son - He may never be the life of the party, but is that really a problem? Why one mom doesn't think soForecast: Fun - Come rain or shine, these Halloween costumres are heaven-sent TLK L8R MOM - With all their texting and pinging, today's constantly connected boys and girls are learning to communicate in a whole new way
Their Health
Could it be a concussion?Growing pains, really?
Your Health
A Wacky PMS Side EffectPink Power! Ask Laura: The Right Marriage Counselor
Snacks & Eats
Allergen-Free Treats Sweet and Savory Taste Sensations Veggie Packed Pasta Primavera Lemony Lentil Soup with Greens 5 Yummy Throw-Together Meals
Their Talk/Your Talk
Their Talk: We want to hear from your kids! Web Extra!
Your Talk: Mom, we want to hear from you! Web Extra!
Money
Ages & Stages
5 to 6:Tattletale TacticsExplaining Same-Sex Parents
7 to 9:Help For Bossy Behavior
10 to 12:Ready For Contact Lenses?Shower-Resistant Tweens
