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We believe it's important to support and listen to other voices in the effort to protect girlhood — to raise happy, healthy girls, and to help them achieve their dreams. We want these voices to be heard and will be featuring them here.

Leslie Morgan Steiner

Author, Mommy Wars

We are pleased to introduce Leslie Morgan Steiner. Leslie is the author of Mommy Wars, a book about the motherhood/work balance. Leslie began writing for and about girls at Seventeen magazine in 1987. Her successful publishing experience led Leslie to Washington, D.C., where she writes a daily blog for the Washington Post. Leslie is also a mother of three, and is well equipped with advice and suggestions for parents. She says, "Since working at Seventeen magazine, I have taken an active interest in whether or not there's a 'right way' to raise children, girls in particular. Along the way I have met countless women and men who have offered their stories, thoughts and opinions. I look forward to sharing what I've learned and opening new dialogues with you."

Read Leslie's article about today's children and their busy schedules.

additional resources

There are many organizations around the world to help support parents of growing girls. These organizations include:

parenting

Sites devoted to the topics and issues of parenting. Advice, tips, information and more.

iVillage/parenting
Parents magazine
Child magazine

research and nonprofit

Some of the latest research and discussion around issues affecting girls, from academic, nonprofit and scientific organizations.

Girls, Women + Media Project
Advocates for Youth
National Youth Development Information Center

* Additional resources are provided for information only. The views and opinions reflected in the materials of the above entities do not necessarily reflect those of Mattel, Inc.

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