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Momversation: Do Boys Get a Bad Rap?

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Men's rights. Sounds a bit odd to the ear, doesn't it? But to people like radio host Glenn Sacks, the need for pro-men campaigns is all too real. After all, shirts like David & Goliath's "Boys Are Stupid. Throw Rocks at Them" are popular but are, to some, unfair and downright wrong. And they're not easily explainable to young, impressionable boys.

But how much of a widespread problem is this? Are girls now getting too big a piece of the self-esteem pie? Rebecca Woolf from Girl's Gone Child wants to know, "Are boys getting a bad rap?"

What are your thoughts? Do you think boys are discriminated against? With a history of men in the White House, do we really need to worry that boys won't believe that they can grow up to be president? Or do you think today's society sends the message that boys aren't as good as girls? Join the Momversation by commenting in our community:

How Do You Talk to Your Kids About Death?

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It's one of the most difficult discussions you'll have with your kids: death, dying, and grief. How should parents address these topics? Should mothers and fathers talk openly, or should they speak more vaguely about death and dying? Giyen Kim from Bacon Is My Enemy asks, "How do you broach the topic of death with your children?"

How did you talk to your kids about death? Does religion play a big factor in your discussions? Do you talk about the afterlife? And how does your children react to the subject? You can read our Tips on Talking to Your Kids About Death. You can also join the Momversation by commenting in our community:

Momversation: Toxic Friendships

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On Monday, she's your best friend; by Tuesday, she won't return your calls. She's your frenemy... you know, your friend-slash-enemy. But do you really need her in your life? Dana Loesch of Mamalogues asks our panelists, including guest Karen Walrond of chookooloonks.com, "How do you handle a toxic friend?"

Have you had a frenemy? Do you currently? Do you think people should cut toxic friends out of their lives or try to repair the relationships? Join the Momversation by commenting in the forums below:

On Momversation: Breastfeeding Bullies

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Is formula the new f-word? Rebecca Woolf of Girl's Gone Child thinks so. She's tired of breast-feeding fanatics and wonders, "Why is my breast-feeding your business?"

What's your opinion on breastfeeding bullies? Have you ever asked a stranger about breastfeeding? Have you ever been approached? Join the Momversation by taking our poll or posting in one of our related forums:

Homeschool: Pass or Fail?

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Over one million American students are homeschooled. Bring up homeschooling, and you'll hear a multitude of theories and opinions. On one hand, homeschooled students usually do better on standardized tests. On the other hand, homeschooled students can miss out on social and academic opportunities. So is homeschooling a good idea? Dana Loesch of Mamalogues (and our resident homeschooler) asks the panelists, "What do you think of homeschooling?"

What are your thoughts on homeschooling? Are you a mom who homeschools? Do you think it's "weird?" Would you ever homeschool? Join the Momversation by commenting or talking back in our related forums:

Momversation: Censoring Your Blog

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We love our Momversation panelists because they are affecting, forthright, (and great) writers. But they've sometimes received criticism for their blogs, especially when they're writing about their children. So, Rebecca Woolf of Girl's Gone Child asks her fellow mom bloggers, "How (and when) do you censor your own blogs?"

What's your opinion on self-censorship? Do you think mommy bloggers should write about their children? Their partners? What is appropriate to write about, and what should be off limits? Have you ever been criticized for what you've written on your blog? Join the Momversation by commenting or posting in related forums

Momversation: What Do You Think of Plastic Surgery?

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Botox and nose jobs and lipo, oh my! Plastic surgery is popular in the United States; in 2007 alone, 11.7 million people had surgery in pursuit of the perfect nose, pouty lips, and smooth thighs. But is it all just surface? Daphne Brogdon of Cool Mom asks the panelists, "What do you think of cosmetic surgery?"

What's your take on plastic surgery? Is it like coloring your hair? A confidence boost? Or is it all just an attempt to keep up with celebrity moms? Join the Momversation.

Momversation: Happy Holidays!

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Our panelists have created a very special video card wishing you all the best this holiday season and beyond. What are your plans for the New Year and your hopes for 2009?

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