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Why Being Vulnerable is the Key to Close Friendships

by ParentCo.

Making friends as an adult is a challenge all its own. Though it may initially feel unnatural, the key to clicking seems to be vulnerability.

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Conversations with My Brain at 3:42 AM

by ParentCo.

Our usual 3am-ish rendezvous time, I see! Oh. You’re not ready to admit we’re awake? Got it. Cool, keep your eyes closed if you like.

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Why I Don't Count My Blessings

by ParentCo.

I am not about to attribute certain aspects of my life and successes to being blessed. I would much rather contribute them to hard work and perseverance.

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Audio Book and Chill With Someone You Love

by ParentCo.

Maybe it’s time to turn off the TV. Put down the remote. Do something new, something different. How about audio book and chill?

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I Deleted the Facebook App From My Phone and I Will Never Look Back

by ParentCo.

If you have the Facebook App on your phone, you no doubt check it every time you grab the device. It's so easy, right?Just delete the dang app.

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What Your Milk of Choice Could Mean for the Growth of Your Kid

by ParentCo.

Do your kids drink cow, soy, almond, cashew, rice, coconut, or maybe hemp milk? A new study suggests one could lead to more growth.

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The Botox Boost: It's Not Just for the Aging Anymore

by ParentCo.

It turns out, Botox does more than fight off the wrinkles. If beauty is skin deep, we're reaching past that to get to the root of our son's struggles.

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7 Ways You're Getting Sunscreen All Wrong

by ParentCo.

We chase the kids down with the high-octane sunscreen to protect them from UVA and UVB. But even in all our carefulness, we might still be getting it wrong.

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Chickens: the Underrated Pets You Didn’t Know You Needed

by Pam Moore

Keeping a flock of chickens offers all the richness of adopting one adorable mutt and requires only a fraction of the work.

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Why Women Should Stop Saying They Are Lucky to Get a Maternity Leave

by ParentCo.

We need to stop viewing parental leave as a perk and start treating it as a basic workers’ right that millions are currently being denied.

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Why Likability Wins Over Status When It Comes to Our Kids' Relationships

by ParentCo.

What makes a child likable, and how do we steer our kids towards likability instead of the endless, empty pursuit of status?

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Yep, This Nagging Feeling I Have Toward My Kids’ Grandparents Is Jealousy

by ParentCo.

I'm jealous my mother's default child-watching emotion is joy. It sure as hell isn't my mine.

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Ending the Cycle of Inherited Fear

by ParentCo.

Studies show kids with parents who suffer from anxiety are more likely to suffer from it themselves.

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How to Keep Your Kids from Freaking out at the Doctor's Office

by ParentCo.

No kid likes going to the doctor’s office. It’s a terrifying experience for a little person. But it doesn't have to be a nightmare.

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It's My House and I Still Have Nowhere to Go

by ParentCo.

I have nowhere to go. Every step makes noise. Every door makes noise. Every activity makes noise.

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How Often Do You "Turn Toward" Your Partner? Maybe Less Often Than You Realize

by ParentCo.

Insignificant bidding exchanges have a huge impact on marital happiness. Tuning into them can make a big difference.

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How to Talk with Your Spouse About Tragedy Before You Talk to the Kids

by ParentCo.

Here are six ways you can frame your conversations with your spouse as you talk through the hard stuff.

A kid is drinking juice by seeing his parent

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According to New Research, You Can Stop Fretting About Juice

by ParentCo.

Here's a review of what the AAP's recommendations do and do not tell us about fruit juice.

A baby is sleeping on bed by closing eyes with hands

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Worried About Your Kids Not Getting Enough Sleep? Climate Change Could Make it Worse.

by ParentCo.

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Transitioning into an ASD-Friendly Summer

by ParentCo.

Summer for someone on the autism spectrum can be difficult. However, there are ways to put together a fun summer with minimal frustration.

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Why The "Gifted" Label Gets a Bad Rap and Why That's Important for Your Child

by ParentCo.

Many people associate the term “special needs” with kids who have developmental or learning challenges, however, "gifted" presents a special need as well.