It's fair to say that Julie Bowen knows a thing or two about raising children. Between her TV role as Claire Dunphy on Modern Family and real-life role as a mom to three boys, 6-year-old Oliver and 4-1/2-year-old twins John and Gustav, the actress has mastered many mommy tricks. Heck, she can even breastfeed two babies [1] at the same time! So it's no surprise that the creators of The Glow [2], a site showcasing inspiring and fashionable moms, wanted to feature Bowen in their new book. In The Glow: An Inspiring Guide to Stylish Motherhood [3] ($30), Bowen gives readers a glimpse into her chaotic life and shares her secrets for motherhood. Scroll through to see what the actress had to say and to get a look at her adorable family.

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On putting family first: "I am happy to have these little people who demand so much, even though it means that in some areas my quality of life (sleep, food, hair color) is diminished."

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On mom meals: "Every now and again I sit down to a proper meal, but it's disconcertingly rare. I eat cold waffles and tepid broccoli off my children's plates."

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On her three boys: "They are pure joy and pure challenge all the time."

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Get more of Bowen's words of wisdom on The Glow [8].

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