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Inspiration

An Ode to Sisters-in-law, and Love

by Zaeli Kane

Why is there no holiday celebrating in-laws? What a unique gift, to gain new parents and siblings halfway through life.

Pregnancy

If We Talked to Everyone the Way We Talk to Expectant Mothers

by Nicola Prentis

Since when did it become OK to greet good news with predictions of doom?

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Parenthood

What Children Overhear Matters Now More Than Ever

by Mark Oliver

Things are happening in the world right now, and we can get so caught up in it that we may not notice how it’s affecting our children.

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Playtime

How to Keep Stir-Crazy Preschoolers Occupied Indoors

by Jessica Wagner

When kiddos get restless and emotions run high, you need several go-to activities that are easy to put into place and don’t require too much pre-planning.

Wellbeing

Child Anxiety and What to Do About It

by ParentCo.

Lots of children can “hold it together” at school. How can we help children lower their buzz and not explode?

Wellbeing

How Awe Transforms Us – and How to Create More of It for Your Kids

by Sandi Schwartz

Awe offers so many ways for our children to prosper in this challenging world. Seeking opportunities to experience awe is critical to their well-being.

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Parenthood

How to Build a Solid Framework For Raising a Responsible Kid

by Angela Pruess

Parents can take a positive, supportive approach by fostering these three major components of responsibility.

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Learning

Boosting Baby Vocabulary: Parents are Better than Netflix

by ParentCo.

There are limits to what "educational" programming can do for your toddler.

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Parenthood

How to Strengthen A Child’s Character Through Empathy

by ParentCo.

Empathy rarely requires rules be changed, expectations be lowered, or concessions be made for a child.

Wellbeing

The Power of Being a Pioneer in the Unknown of Your Life

by Daisy Susman

More often than not, starting over is not at all linear. (Life isn't either, for that matter.)

Parenthood

That Time My Birth Plan Went Flying out the Window

by ParentCo.

Like many moms, I had a birth plan, but that plan went flying out the second story hospital window

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Inspiration

How Grandma Shared Important Life Lessons

by Kimberly Yavorski

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Wellbeing

Why Teaching Your Toddler to Share Is a Waste of Time

by ParentCo.

I am concerned about teaching my son to be content with what he has, to wait his turn, and to realize that even in his little toddler world, whining does not get him what he wants.

Parenthood

How to Teach Your Kids About Civic Responsibility

by ParentCo.

Sometimes we need a shake up to wake up. How can we use this time to teach our children the importance of civic engagement?

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Wellbeing

Condolences to Your Vagina at This Difficult Time

by Rebecca Lang

Nature isn't here to make it easy on us. It's here to see if we're up to the challenge.

Wellbeing

A 5-Step Plan for Waiting to Catch Your Child's Stomach Bug

by ParentCo.

My son had bravely thrown up six times in five hours overnight. I knew from experience that I was next. I just didn’t know when.

Wellbeing

A Woman’s Guide to Dealing with the “Man Cold”

by ParentCo.

In order to help my fellow women, I’ve devised the following easy, 10-step guide to deal with your man when in the grips of a man-cold.

Wellbeing

How RSV Changed the Way I Parent

by ParentCo.

I had no idea what RSV was. I am not a medical professional. I am an average mom with three kids. And then I found out.

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Wellbeing

When Motherhood and Mental Illness Collide

by ParentCo.

I said I was in love with her, but I lied. When I first met my daughter three years ago, all I felt was a powerful sense of panic.

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Parenthood

How to Be A Kid With Your Kid (and Not Have to Steal Their Coloring Books)

by ParentCo.

Childhood is the coolest. That’s why we want ours back. But we also want to protect our kids’ childhood.

Parenthood

Liar Liar, Mom Jeans On Fire

by ParentCo.

Perhaps I should feel badly about lying to those I love so dearly, but the truth is, I don't feel badly at all. In fact, they get me through most days.