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Parenthood

Win at Parenting Your Toddler by Engaging in Passive Aggressive Verbal Jousting

" Toddler: No, I don’t want you to get coffee! You: Well, I didn’t want you to use your hands to cover yourself with dirt right before we left, but you did that anyway didn’t you? Toddler: I DON’T ...

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How to Tell Your Kids You’re Dating Someone New

Telling your kids you’ve begun a relationship with someone new is tricky- particularly if it’s the first time since separating from your family partner.

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The Quick and Dirty Guide to Pre-fold Cloth Diapers

With over five years’ experience using pre-fold diapers, I’ve awarded myself a Master’s degree in crunchy waste management.

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What the Very Young and the Very Old Do for Us in the Middle

We need the verys – the very young and the very old. They are the emphases, the parentheses that bookend life.

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Can You Eat That? A Simple Diet Planner for Breastfeeding Moms

Learn more about what can pass into breast milk, or scroll to the end for a quick quiz about whether or not a particular food is okay to eat while breastfeeding.

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Please Stop Trying to Sell Me Stuff, I Just Want to Be Your Friend

All of these women had one thing in common and it was not how much they loved me. They were trying to sell me stuff.

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Why the Grandparent Battle Cry of "My Kids Turned Out Just Fine" is Invalid

A lot has changed since grandparents were parents themselves, so it's critical for them to keep up with the latest pediatric guidelines.

Why My Husband Abandons His Family at Comic Conventions

We are preparing for a family weekend getaway to attend Megacon in Orlando. And my husband is ditching us the second we walk in.

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This is What it Takes to Raise a Happy Adult

There is evidence that some parenting styles can help children form habits for a happier adulthood.

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The Secret to Coaching Little Kids

Because the one thing they'll remember is if they had fun.

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Connecting With Nature is as Simple as Walking Out Your Door

You don't have to spend a weekend backpacking in the Rockies to maintain a connection with nature.

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How to Make Mindfulness a Game, Not a Chore

Developing skills like deep breathing and emotional self-regulation sound so serious, but here are three games that develop both.

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Moms: Step Out of the Shadows and Into the Photos

When your children are grown, maybe with kids of their own, and are reminiscing through childhood pictures, will they wonder where you were?

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5 Routines That Infuse Everyday With Gratitude

Evidence to date suggests practicing gratitude leads to psychological and physical well-being. And doing so consistently as a family is best.

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The Car Seat Mistake You Might Not Realize You're Making

I will confess: I am a little bit of a car-seat safety fanatic. Some people might call me an advocate, but let’s be real. I verge on crazy status. I kept my kids rear-facing well past the age of tw...

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7 Hilarious Books For Every Teen Who Needs a Laugh

Teens, like adults, often turn to humor when their lives become chaotic or confusing. These books are the perfect escape.

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Life is Hard Work and Other Reminders for a Graduate

As you walk down that aisle and into the next phase of life, there are important things to remember.

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People Without Kids Can Be Busy Too

There are reasons for being busy and tired that are just as valid as having kids.

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I Gave Up Saying Good Job for a Week, and Here's What I Found

We want to raise children who are self-motivated and confident, and this happens when we trade passive phrases for true presence and real conversation.

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10 Things My Mom Told Me as a Kid That Give Me Confidence as an Adult

It began as my mom's voice but has become my own, and it is my super power.

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Bumps and Bruises Earn Confidence and Independence

Childhood is a time for exploration and all the bumps and bruises that come along with it.

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Kid Made Recipe: Vegan Peanut Butter Pie

When the weather turns warm it’s time for cool treats. Here’s an amazing icebox pie that’s both rich and refreshing.