I have been battling a bout of sciatic pain since the day before school started. I have a lot of respect for people (moms) who live with chronic pain or illness. I have learned some tricks on how to get through the day, what is important and what can be let go, and how to continue to manage a family.

Moms And Illness
When mom is sick, it's ok to become an "as needed" mama. Here are some tips to get through illness.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art4097.asp

What suggestions do you have for moms who are not well? What helped (or is helping) you get through an illness? Others can benefit from your suggestions:

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Happy mothering!

Lisa Polovin Pinkus, Moms Editor
http://moms.bellaonline.com

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