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At the End of Everything, Could What You Have Now Be Enough?

by ParentCo.

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5 Skills -- from Empathy to Manners -- That Tech Might Be Eroding (and What to Do About It)

by ParentCo.

Here are five ways tech has nibbled away at valuable life skills and experiences, and what you can do about it.

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5 Ways to Foster Creativity in Yourself (And Also Benefit Your Kids)

by ParentCo.

Finding or maintaining a creative practice after becoming a parent can be difficult. But there are plenty of opportunities out there.

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How to Preserve Your Brain Power When Parenting Mentally Exhausts You

by Candy Mickels Mejia

Parenting can exhaust you to the point of brain numbness. But there are ways to be productive and give your brain a break.

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Pursue Your Professional Dreams, Not Someone Else’s

by ParentCo.

How can selling leggings from home make you as much money in one month as many doctors earn in one year? We've got the numbers on MLMs and well, you can't.

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An Autism Diagnosis Made Me Rethink Saying "I Just Want a Healthy Baby"

by ParentCo.

"I just want a healthy child." The phrase I once thoughtlessly uttered came back to settle in the depths of my mind.

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What My Daughter Taught Me About Addiction

by ParentCo.

No parent ever wants to think that drug use might explain their child’s upsetting behavior. If only I had known how to spot it and what would help her most.

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Surviving Your Baby’s Dairy Allergy While Breastfeeding

by ParentCo.

As I started researching, I realized how all-encompassing “dairy” was, and I wondered briefly: How much do I really like this kid?

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Time Versus Stuff: What Would You Choose?

by ParentCo.

If a recent study is to be believed, your happiness quotient can be upped by spending your money on services that save you time instead of stuff.

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Six Things You Should Do For Yourself When Your Baby is Six Months Old

by ParentCo.

Congratulations! You've made it this far. Here are six things you can do to ensure you're happy, healthy, and thriving, just like your baby.

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Improve Your Life by Shortening These Sentences

by ParentCo.

Implement these boundaries with your words, and watch your life and your mindset dramatically improve.

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Candid Thoughts on Laser Hair Removal for the Uninitiated

by ParentCo.

If you’re ready to jump on the laser wagon, here’s my, ahem, low down on all the things that they won’t tell you in the glossy brochure.

A child is sitting on a sofa with emotional

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Why Talking to Kids About Emotions Early Matters

by Sanya Pelini

Research on emotional intelligence suggests kids are more likely to understand emotions when provided with early opportunities to reflect upon them.

little girl sick in bed with thermometer in mouth

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Why You Should Read About Febrile Seizures Before Your Child Has One

by ParentCo.

As many as one in 20 kids will have at least one febrile seizure. It's a terrifying few minutes, but knowing the facts can help.

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Why Building Self-Esteem Can Help Reduce Our Kids' Anxiety

by ParentCo.

We hear about self-esteem so much during the teenage years, but building a healthy self-esteem begins much earlier in a child’s life.

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Farm Shares but Were Too Afraid to Ask

by Pam Moore

Community Supported Agriculture – or CSA – allows farmers to sell directly to the consumer. Could purchasing a share be a good fit for your family?

young mother is holding a newborn boy in her arms while putting laundry into the washing machine

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Why Multitasking Isn't Your Most Productive Strategy

by ParentCo.

Multitasking is linked to time management skills. With that in mind, here are five ways you can end your multitasking ways and boost productivity.

girl lying on colorful hammock at the garden reading book

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21 Simple Ways to Indulge Yourself Even When Time is Limited

by ParentCo.

Even though there are piles of laundry to tend to, and ice cream to scoop, there’s still time for you. Choose to carve it out, you deserve it.

little boy with hands on face sitting on steps and smiling

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Five Ways to Smooth Transitions for the Whole Family

by ParentCo.

Looking deeper and changing how we approach transitions is essential for everyone's wellbeing.

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When Saving for the Future, Don’t Forget the Cord Blood

by ParentCo.

What is cord blood and why is it important? Let's answer some of the most common questions about the potentially life-saving practice of cord blood banking.

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There’s a Bear in There – Tales from the Wild

by ParentCo.

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If Your Kid Has to Swallow Pills, This Brilliant Hack Can Help

by ParentCo.

If your child's medication is available in pill form, the daily battle can end. Even preschoolers can learn to swallow pills with very little training.