Molly Ringwald grew up in front of the camera, demonstrating teenage angst in one John Hughes movie after another. Now that she’s the one all grown up and experiencing parenthood for herself, she chatted with BettyConfidential about finding the time to manage her career and family. She also dishes about her thoughts on pop stars of today such as Miley Cyrus and Lady Gaga as role models for her own children.

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As we approach the end of summer (tears), Molly understands that back to school means back to reality for moms and kids – from juggling busy schedules to deciding what to eat for dinner.  Now the actress and mom is teaming up with Ragu to offer moms new ways to beat the back to school blues, and get wholesome meals on the table that the whole family will enjoy.

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Sarah Polonsky is a senior editor at BettyConfidential.