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In Shortcuts: One Mom’s Secrets, former health editor at Better Homes and Gardens magazine and mother-of-two Martha Miller Johnson shares her best strategies for getting it done with competence, humor and style.

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	Say No to Pinocchio A gentle, but firm approach is best when confronting a child about lying. For more tips, read on. Read this article

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Chicken, Again?
When it’s dinnertime again and there’s nothing to fix—rely on these meal-planning secrets.
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Babysitter-Free Romance
Make the most of after-bedtime hours and plan a few of these activities for you and your partner.
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Clean your child’s room—for good!
Make a resolution you can keep. Mom extraordinaire Martha Miller Johnson starts every year off right with the urge to purge clutter.
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Have your holiday—and enjoy it too!
Our parenting pro has mastered a strategy for staying sane this season. Check out her seven pointers for keeping joy in your life during this busy time of year.
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Organizing the family ‘taxi’
Whether you’re running errands with kids in tow or taking a family road trip, our expert mom’s tips will help you keep your vehicle organized.
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Slow Cooker = Time for Me
This timesaving kitchen appliance is a busy mom’s best friend. Make the most of yours by following one clever mom’s advice.
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