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Parenthood

Sometimes You Make Me Want to Run Away

by ParentCo.

This motherhood gig, well, it's fine for the most part. But the truth is, some days it becomes too much and I wonder if I'm cut out for it at all.

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Parenthood

Here's How to Parent Like an Effective and Thoughtful Boss

by Angela Pruess

Parents can use some of the same strategies utilized by successful bosses. They can inspire cooperation and success in any household (well, some at least).

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Playtime

If You Want Your Kids to Be Successful in Sports, Get Out of Their Way

by ParentCo.

Weve all been to those youth sporting events; the ones where parents are living out their own dreams, regardless of what their kids want.

Wellbeing

How to Break the Silence in Your Marriage

by ParentCo.

The unspoken issues and irritants add up until the tension hits a breaking point. So how do you break the silence in your marriage?

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Wellbeing

Yoga Pants Are Good for My Body - Your Judgement Is Not

by Carrie Howe

One man believed his opinion on what women wear was so important, he wrote a letter to the editor of our hometown newspaper. Here are my thoughts.

Parenthood

I Am the Mother You Don't Want to Be

by ParentCo.

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Playtime

Everything Changed the Day I Learned Minecraft Has a Sex Mod

by ParentCo.

When allowing our kids access to the internet, there's no telling the information they could accidentally stumble upon. Even things we've deemed "safe."

Inspiration

How to Actually Enjoy Dining out With Little Kids

by ParentCo.

A little courage and a plan can turn a seemingly risky venture into an enjoyable experience for everyone (including the couple seated next to you).

Parenthood

Not Every Moment of Being a Parent is Worth Savoring

by Rhiannon Giles

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Parenthood

8 Items Your Toddler Will Drag Out to Shame You

by ParentCo.

Sex for Dummies. He appears to favor this book when your mother-in-law is visiting.

Learning

Kid Made Recipe: Jack-O-Lantern Puff Pastry

by ParentCo.

Parenthood

How to Survive Your Magnificent Packrats: An Ode to Stuff

by ParentCo.

There's no end to the bits and baubles and piles of junk kids will bring home and accumulate. If we're not careful, we're going to be buried by it.

Parenthood

Grandparenting in the Google Age

by ParentCo.

My grandchildren are being raised in a world far more advanced than the one we raised their parents in. But they turned out ok.

Parenthood

It's Time to Redefine the Phrase "Man Up"

by ParentCo.

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Parenthood

How to Google Better: 7 Research Tips for the Overwhelmed New Parent

by ParentCo.

The information available to parents is endless and often contradictory. Here are seven tips to help you navigate the deep waters of parenting research.

Parenthood

When Your Mom Tribe is Not What You Expected

by ParentCo.

Tired as the phrase may be, it truly takes a village. And sometimes, we're more surrounded and supported than we realize at first glance.

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Parenthood

How to Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself

by Jessica Graham

Parenthood

Everything You Need to Know About (Stealing) Your Kids' Halloween Candy

by ParentCo.

Don't laugh with your mouth full.

Wellbeing

15 Ways to Be More Productive Today

by ParentCo.

Parents often have more to squeeze into one day than humanly possible. These tips and tricks can help boost productivity and maybe even make you SUPERhuman.