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The Magical, Magnetic Attraction of Twins

by ParentCo.

Observing the bond between twins, it's hard not to feel as though you're witnessing something magical.

Parenthood

The 12 Stages of Naming Your Child

by ParentCo.

You made a human. Now comes the hard. Part. Figuring out what to name them.

Parenthood

My Kids Don't Call Me Mom

by ParentCo.

Mom is the one who drives to meets, packs the snacks, and bleaches the baseball pants. But mama is the forehead kisser, band-aid applier, and story-teller.

Parenthood

5 Ways to Kill Time When Bonding With Your Newborn

by Jared Bilski

Don't get me wrong. This new baby is magical and fascinating. But so is the Grand Canyon. And you can only stare at something for so long.

Parenthood

Pushing Our Kids to Persevere When All They Want to Do Is Quit

by ParentCo.

It's not easy to push our kids out of their comfort zone. But encouraging them to keep going when they want to throw in the towel is part of the job.

Parenthood

Maybe I Had a Baby to Teach My Husband How to Clean

by ParentCo.

Bringing a baby into the picture rearranged the division of labor in our house. And frankly, it was about time.

Parenthood

8 Ways Being a Mother is Like Being an Olympic Athlete

by ParentCo.

Patience, dedication, and a whole lot of hard work. Motherhood may just be the ultimate Olympic sport.

Wellbeing

I'm Relieved My Biracial Daughter Looks More White Than Black

by ParentCo.

A white mother reflects on the conflicting feelings of privilege that stem from the relief her bi-racial daughter's skin looks more like hers.

Parenthood

Finding Community in a Pile of Plastic Containers

by ParentCo.

The pile of plastic containers, ziploc bags, and tupperware tell the story of a community that nurtured us as new parents. Now it's time to return the love.

Wellbeing

Breast-Fed Babies May Have Longer DNA Telomeres

by ParentCo.

Wellbeing

Dogs Help De-Stress Families With Autistic Children

by ParentCo.

Wellbeing

"Boomerang Father" Better Than Nothing for Teen Girls Depression

by ParentCo.

Playtime

How About Painted Rocks Instead of Pokemon Go?

by ParentCo.

How one county in Washington is beautifying their community and bringing joy to unsuspecting walkers, hikers, and adventurers with art.

Learning

Step Up, Parents: Schools Won’t Teach Your Kids This Valuable Skill

by ParentCo.

For some kids, success comes early and easily. But once middle school hits and the stakes are higher, developing study skills is a must.

Wellbeing

7 Things Healthy Couples Don’t Do

by Stephen Bradshaw

Everyone wants to be with someone who respects and admires them. Avoiding these behaviors is a good start.

Wellbeing

Why My Three-Year-Old Had to Be Circumcised

by ParentCo.

Phimosis, a rare condition characterized by an inadequate opening in the foreskin, caused repeated infections and necessitated a circumcision at three years old.

Wellbeing

No Olympic Dreams, But No Quitting Either

by ParentCo.

A gymnast and her mother realize together that a stated desire to quit isn't necessarily the opposite of wanting to do well.

Wellbeing

Warning-Possible Dangers of Sleeping With Artificial Light

by ParentCo.

Parenthood

10 Feelings All Mothers Know Well

by ParentCo.

The ups and downs of motherhood cover a wide range of emotions.

Learning

Kid Made Recipe: Refreshing Watermelon Pie!

by ParentCo.

Looking for a fun desert that captures the very best of summer? Try kid-made watermelon pie! The variations are endless and the results are delicious!

Wellbeing