Dr. Laura, 

I have been an avid fan and listener since my 1997 when my daughter was born. I was a struggling stay-at-home mom, only because I loved my job as a High School teacher and had no real friends outside of work. I made up my mind that I would somehow be a "professional mom", as this was the only way that I would not go stir crazy being at home.

Then I became pregnant with my son and soon had 2 babies at home. I soon found a great support group. We had play dates, parties, outings, trips to the playground, each other's house and monthly "meeting" for the moms. I quickly made many new mom friends and became the "professional" mom I wanted to be! I also president of the mother's group!

I never realized that my kiddo's remember all the fun times we had, until I heard my oldest daughter bragging about all the stuff we did together when they were little. My kids are now 19, 18 & 16 -- hard working, level headed, good kids!! My husband and I receive lots of accolades from other adults about our kids. No drama, just lots of family time together. No regrets. Thanks for all you do to encourage others that it is important to raise our own children!!! 

Lilly 

 

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