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Catherine Holecko

Catherine Holecko

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Catherine Holecko is a contributor to RD.com’s Advice and Culture sections, where she writes about parenting, relationships, and pets. You can also read her work online at Highlights, Parents, and Verywell, and listen to her daily podcast at parentingroundabout.com. Catherine earned her BA in English at the University of Pennsylvania.

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25 Fun Facts About Pi Your Math Teacher Might Have Missed

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If you're smart, or at least want to sound intelligent, remember that some things are better left unsaid.
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Moms share their best been-there, done-that tips for raising strong, successful daughters.