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My Friend Is in the Hospital with Gallstones and I'm a Tiny Bit Jealous

by ParentCo.

It's far from a weekend spa getaway, but there's something about being laid up in the hospital with a minor illness that doesn't sound all that bad.

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How I Stopped Making My Family Late for Everything

by ParentCo.

I'd like to blame it on my kids, but the truth is, I'm the one that always made us late. Until I planned my back up outfit, that is.

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Do Naps Make Kids Smarter?

by ParentCo.

Over the last several years, studies have continued to link napping with better memory and other learning skills.

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Mom, What Religion Are We?

by ParentCo.

When it's a big question without an easy answer, it's hard to know if the answer you've provided is any help at all.

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How to Incorporate the Music of Mozart Into Your Daily Life

by ParentCo.

Many studies suggest that playing Mozart for children can boost their concentration and general listening skills.

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Kid Made Recipe: Taco Cups

by ParentCo.

Try this healthy, tasty take on tacos for dinner! Bonus: they make super party appetizers!

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You Spend a Ton of Money on Child Care, So Why Are Caregivers So Poorly Paid?

by ParentCo.

If the people we're paying to care for our children are so poorly paid, why do most families spend more on childcare than they do on food?

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I'm Sorry About All the Apologizing I Do

by ParentCo.

How often do you apologize? How often do you apologize when it isn't actually necessary?

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I Heard Screams and Chose to Do Nothing. Was I Wrong?

by ParentCo.

Waking up to screams in the middle of the night, I opted to take no action. Surely someone else would if need be. Right?

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Why I Want My Daughter To Be More Princess Leia, Less Moana

by ParentCo.

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“This Is Us” Shows How Easily a Loving Mother Can Screw up Her Kids

by ParentCo.

Thanks, “This Is Us,” for tapping into so many insecurities of a mother who worries I’m not doing a good enough job.

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What I Wasn't Prepared For as a Single Mom Living in Japan

by ParentCo.

I was aware of the culture shock I would endure. I was not prepared for was how moving to this new country would forever alter my relationship with my son.

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Top 10 Posts of 2016: #1 10 Insights of Remarkable Parents From a Family Therapist

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How Movement in the Classroom Helps Kids Focus

by ParentCo.

Allowing students more movement – both in the classroom and at home – is a win-win for teachers, parents, and kids alike.

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Top 10 Posts of 2016: #2 Everything Changed the Day I Learned Minecraft Has a Sex Mod

by ParentCo.

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Top 10 Posts of 2016: #3 5 Phrases That Can Help Protect Your Child From Sexual Abuse

by ParentCo.

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7 Ways to Overhaul Your Family's Digital Life in 2017

by ParentCo.

Here are seven ways to help you be more mindful, focus on what's most important, get the most out of media and technology, and raise good digital citizens.

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What a Move to the 'Burbs Taught Me About Community

by ParentCo.

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What the Mothers of Standing Rock Taught Me About Protest and Prayer

by Zaeli Kane

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How to Encourage Responsibility, Time Management, and Learning Without Homework

by ParentCo.

Six simple ways for parents to reinforce academic skills, foster good work habits, and teach responsibility at home without homework.

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Curb Tantrums with the Power of Visualization

by Zaeli Kane

The only thing young kids can do better than throw a fit is get lost in their imagination. This can work to your advantage if you know how to play it.

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Top 10 Posts of 2016: #4 31 Things Your Kids Should Be Doing Instead of Homework

by Jessica Smock

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Top 10 Posts of 2016: #5 The Free Time My Husband Doesn’t Realize He Has

by ParentCo.

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How to Handle the Violent Videos at Your Kid's Fingertips

by ParentCo.

On the internet, we're never more than a click away from things that can't be unseen. How can we manage the real-life violent images on our kid's devices?

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