19 Things I Hope I've Taught My Daughter Before Her 18th Birthday

by ParentCo.

My dear daughter, here are the 18 things I hope I've taught you in your 18 years of childhood.

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When Moms Can’t Obtain Milk Through a Milk Bank, Peer-To-Peer Networks Provide What They Need

by ParentCo.

With over 90 percent of milk being shared in the U.S. being shared through informal channels, it seems worthy of exploration.

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Professional Potty Trainers and Two Other Early Parenting Coaches You Can Totally Hire

by ParentCo.

Though pricey, these services can make a world of difference for families struggling through early parenting milestones.

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A Minimalist Parent’s Guide to the Holiday Gift Overload 

by ParentCo.

You don't always see eye to eye with gift-giving family members, especially when you've got a less is more mentality.

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4 Montessori Strategies to Help Prevent a Toddler Meltdown

by ParentCo.

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10 Lazy Ways to Be a Better Parent

by ParentCo.

You don't have to pour over all the parenting books and take classes to be a better parent. There are far less complicated ways of doing that.

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Rest Isn't Out of Reach, You Just Need to Recognize It

by ParentCo.

It may seem like your day is full to the brim, but you and I both know there's always room for a little milk. And by "milk" I mean rest and relaxation.

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Beyond "Sleep When the Baby Sleeps" – 7 Tips For New Parents That Are Actually Useful

by Julia Pelly

Throughout my pregnancy I mostly heard the same advice over and over.  To help out all the soon-to-be-mamas out there, I’ve compiled a list of my all-time favorite, never before heard newborn survival tips.

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Why I Quit Breastfeeding: A Sober Mom's Story

by Christine Wayne

I quit breastfeeding because I wasn't showing up as the strongest version of myself. Sometimes quitting makes us winners.

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Solving The Puzzle of Infant Sleep

by ParentCo.

In my practice of taking care of children and parents, there’s a common struggle in the first two years: sleep. “How can my family get enough?"

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Rewards Don’t Work – Here’s What Does

by Pam Moore

While a reward system may get kids into the habit of behaving in the desired manner, it’s not a long-term solution.

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4 Upsides of Having a Partner Who Travels for Work

by ParentCo.

Work puts food on the table and travel is often inevitable, so, in that spirit, I give you some of the upsides, if, like me, you need a little help spinning it.

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How to Share the Mental Responsibilities of Parenthood 

by Claire McMurray

The cognitive burdens my husband had been shouldering had been largely invisible to me, and the same had been true for him. Here's how to make a change.

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To the Heartbroken Mom at Her First Daycare Drop-Off

by ParentCo.

It may feel like the most difficult morning of your life. But trust me, mama, your baby is in good hands and daycare drop-off won't always break your heart.

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5 Ways to Soothe a Crying Baby

by Hannah Howard

Babies absolutely cry, and sometimes there’s not much you can do. But other times, one of these strategies can work wonders. Here are five ways to soothe a baby.

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7 Things You Need to Know About Back-to-School Shopping

by ParentCo.

My daughter started kindergarten last year. I practiced easing my daughter's anxieties, but I didn't suspect shopping would become its own source of anxiety.

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3 Ways to Have A Great Partnership With Your Nanny

by Erica Sklar

Building a good relationship with your nanny is critical to ensuring that your home is a place where you, your child and the nanny you employ can be your best selves. Here are three tips to make sure that relationship thrives. 

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4 Things That Matter on Family Vacation, and 4 Things That Totally Don’t

by ParentCo.

When it comes to vacation, pick the things to care about and let the rest go before we lose it, National Lampoon-style.

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An Honest Review of Baby Led Weaning

by ParentCo.

Baby feeding is not about sticking a certain amount of rice cereal down my baby's throat to fill him up; it’s about introducing him to a world of new flavors and textures.

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7 Signs You're Parenting Right According to a Clinical Psychologist

by ParentCo.

In my work as a clinical psychologist, there are seven signs I see that tell me a child has an awesome parent.

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5 Things You Shouldn't Expect From Your Two-Year-Old

by ParentCo.

Some of the things we struggle with are normal behavior for toddlers. Here are five things not to expect of your two-year-old, plus what you can expect instead.

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5 Ways Parents of Preschoolers Can Raise a Body Positive Kid

by ParentCo.

Here are five ways to immunize your kids against poor body image, including conversation starters, media picks, and resources to support your discussions.

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Paternity Leave is Essential to Building Healthy Families

by ParentCo.

Entire families benefit when a father is able stay at home and care for a new addition after a birth or adoption. Dads and kids reap the most benefits.

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5 Science-Backed Ways to Spring Clean Your Parenting (Without Going Insane)

by ParentCo.

This spring season we're going easy on the household cleaning and focusing on simplifying our parent minds. Yes, easier said than done. Here some ideas!

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