There’s a lot of pressure out there for mamas to find “balance.” But here’s the secret: Even when there’s no real balance, you can still find your joy—here’s how. And when all else fails, these six methods for getting your child to listen can get you through the hard times.

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PS. In case you didn’t love Lauren Conrad enough, don’t miss her thoughts on stopping breastfeeding. Also, BRB, can’t stop staring at these photos of Baby Archie