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To Bring Your Family Closer, Share Your Stories

by ParentCo.

Storytelling is a dying art, but it’s a beautiful one that connects generations. I want to be able to pass on some of my history to him, just as my Mimi did for me.

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Bottle Is Best For Us And That's Okay

by ParentCo.

Formula feeding my son was not a decision made lightly. Let's stop the shaming and embrace that there are different great ways to raise a healthy baby.

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Mindfulness, Meal Planning, and Other Ways I'm Failing

by ParentCo.

I’m not good at doing all the Pinterest things people who throw out phrases like “life hacks” and “mindful parenting” say I’m supposed to be doing. Maybe that's okay.

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Why I Let My Toddler Wear His Boots on the Wrong Feet

by ParentCo.

I’ve decided to let it go and let my toddler wear his boots on the wrong feet. Letting go of control in this area brings a handful of important reminders to mind.

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5 Totally Ridiculous Ways to Get Through January with Children

by ParentCo.

Here are five zany ways to make my least favorite time of year bearable, maybe even, dare I say it, fun.

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6 Reasons Why Having a Winter Baby is Actually the Best

by Julia Pelly

Mothers of summer babies may have their cute maternity sundresses, but there are all kinds of reasons why being the mommy of a winter baby is awesome.

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One Thing Parents Should Resolve in the New Year In Order to Bring More Joy

by ParentCo.

My resolution for 2024 is to find more joy in my life right now and to stop comparing my life, to others - especially the lives of others on social media.

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10 Things I Love (and Will Miss) About My Kids’ Toddler Years

by Amy Robleski

The years from one to three are often as physically exhausting as they are mentally. But when they're over, the things you miss can be surprising.

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6 Fundamental Things That Keep Kids Motivated

by Sanya Pelini

One of the greatest challenges parents and teachers face is keeping kids motivated. These six fundamental things can help, and they're simple to implement.

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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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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.

We’ve all seen the toddler meltdown. It’s that end-of-the-world sobbing tantrum over something so small you may not have even known what it was.

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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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