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Parenthood

How to Raise a Warrior Girl

by ParentCo.

I’m determined to raise my daughters to be strong, confident, and happy. I want them to grow up to be warriors.

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Parenthood

Why I Refuse to Feel Guilty About Sleep Training My Kid

by ParentCo.

Sleep training is one of the most controversial and debated topics in the parenting world. But when you're at the end of your rope, it becomes a consideration.

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Parenthood

I'm Raising an Only Child and It's Not the End of the World

by Ally Weinberg

The decision to be one and done seems to be hard for others to understand

Little girl smiling showing her lost tooth.

Learning

The Divine Poetry of Losing a Tooth

by ParentCo.

Parenthood

Please Sleep, but Not All Night

by Nikki Vivian

Because, deep down, I know this is the last time I'll share my bed with a small person who steals my slumber, I'm as reluctant to give it up as I am sleepy.

Wellbeing

Why I Stopped Cutting My Kid’s Grapes

by ParentCo.

Sure, grapes are a choking hazard. But are they any more dangerous than most foods that comprise the typical kid diet? Research suggests not.

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Parenthood

Why Do We Refer to Ourselves in the Third Person When We Talk to Our Kids?

by Rebecca Lang

What is it about talking to our kids that makes us slip into, "Mama this," and "Mommy that?"

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Learning

Don't Worry! Homeschooling Your Kids Will Only Make Them as “Weird” as Everyone Else

by ParentCo.

Of course there are differences between homeschooling and more traditional approaches to education. But the outcome doesn't necessarily vary.

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Wellbeing

Science Says It’s Not Shallow to Want to Look Your Best

by ParentCo.

Having an infant who needs your attention every single second can make caring about the way you look seem superficial. But that's far from the truth.

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Learning

Technology Use Is Harming Your Kids' Sleep

by ParentCo.

As electronics have become such a part of our daily lives, our kids spend more time watching screens than ever- a habit that comes at the cost of quality sleep.

Parenthood

What if We Loved Our Teens Like They Were Still Kids? (And P.S. They Are)

by ParentCo.

Just because their bodies have matured into a nearly adult form, teenager's brains are still developing. We need to treat them in a way that honors that.

Learning

Welcome to Quinoa Acres - More Than a Preschool!

by ParentCo.

Parenthood Playtime

How My Sons Help Me Embrace the Great Outdoors

by ParentCo.

As a self-proclaimed "indoors mom," having three boys who love exploring the great big world has caused a serious shift in interests.

Pregnancy

Yes, You Can Ask Me That

by ParentCo.

If blog posts are any indicator, the list of ways to offend a fellow mom is growing faster than the belly I have no business asking about.

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Inspiration Wellbeing

5 Things I Learned About Marriage From My Best Friend’s Divorce

by ParentCo.

By witnessing the demise of my best friend's marriage, I learned not to ignore these five fundamental issues.

Wellbeing

A Lack of Paid Sick Leave in the U.S. Is a Public Health Concern

by ParentCo.

Without paid time off, these workers are not only suffering through an illness while at work, they're creating a public health problem.

Wellbeing

5 Types of Women Who Will Always Have a Place In My Tribe

by ParentCo.

In the Land Of Mom a good friend is pure gold and the key to surviving parenthood. And these five sorts of friends are top tier.

Learning

10 Most Beloved Little Golden Books (A 75th Anniversary Celebration)

by ParentCo.

Little Golden books have been lovable classics for generations. With beautiful illustrations and endearing characters it's hard to pick a favorite.

Parenthood

No, I Don't Want a Device That Monitors My Kids When They Drive

by ParentCo.

A possible contender for "worst parenting gadget ever invented" is the Verizon Hum. Why would I want one more reason to worry? And how would it help?

Parenthood

"Mom, Will My Penis Fit in This?" And Other Scenarios I Wasn't Prepared For

by ParentCo.

The parenting books I devoured while pregnant prepared me for a lot of things, but the ways my son was going to manipulate his member wasn't one of them.