Family Life
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Family LifeMom's CornerBy Laura Richards
They say a picture is worth a thousand words and many times a text with just emojis is all you need. Parents share what their top three emojis say about them!
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Family LifeParenting IssuesBy Suzie Marschhausen
When we think of natural parenting, we think of cloth diapers, breastfeeding and organic food, but it involves so much more. Also known as gentle parenting, conscious parenting and attachment parenting, it focuses on responsiveness and consciousness to meet your baby's needs. While many new parents set out to parent 100% naturally, the unexpected is bound to happen and alter your plan. Learn why one mother defines herself as a "natural(ish) parent" and has learned to be flexible in the best interest of her child.
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Family LifeMom's CornerBy Laura Richards
Every generation has ideas of what’s right and best when it comes to parenting, but that doesn’t mean subsequent generations will follow suit. This can cause friction sometimes but with a healthy dose of humor. Parents weigh in on the top nine things that scratch the needle on the record between the generations.
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Family LifeParenting IssuesBy Julia Ries
My kid is not at all like me. How do I accept it? Every parent dreams of what their kid will be, and a lot see our own qualities in our child. When your kid is totally different, how do you accept that? Real parents and experts weigh in.
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Family LifeMaking Family TimeBy Erin Ollila
It's important to make sure you spend enough one-on-one time with your children, but some days it's not always easy. One is having a meltdown at dinner while the other is waiting patiently to be fed. What do you do? Five parents weigh in with their tips for splitting your time when you have multiple children.
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Family LifeMom's CornerBy Julia Ries
Not all parents are raising their kids as gender-neutral. Here's why some parents have decided to stick to what is considered more traditional gender classifications.
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Family LifeHome Improvements and MaintenanceBy Erin Ollila
Every kid dreams of a room decorated just for them. We found four parents on Pinterest who gave their kids a room that reflected their unique personalities.
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Family LifeDivorceBy Julia Ries
Divorced parents feel all kinds of guilt. How could they break up their kid's family? How is it going to affect them in the future? Some kids use that guilt to play their parents. We talked to experts who explain why giving in is a bad idea and how to stay strong.
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Family LifeHome Improvements and MaintenanceBy Erin Ollila
Looking for easy ways to make your yard a fun place to hang out? Check out our favorite quick renovations!
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Family LifeFamily FinancesBy Rachel Sokol
Your child may only be a few years (or a few weeks) old, but waiting to save for college could come back to haunt you. Financial expert Chris Hogan shares his tips on saving for college—early.
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Family LifeManaging Your Home
Ready to renovate your little one’s room? Check out these DIY ideas we snagged from Pinterest to get the creative juices flowing.
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Family LifeFamilies and FoodBy FamilyEducation Editorial Staff
You've got more leftovers than you could ever eat. You don't want to waste it, but you're not sure how to freeze and thaw food safely. No worries! We have tips on freezing and thawing leftovers and other foods to keep from creating waste!
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Family LifeDad LifeBy FamilyEducation Editorial Staff
This dad gave up drinking in solidarity with his pregnant wife...and he hasn't had a drink since.
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Family LifeMaintaining a Healthy MarriageBy Stephanie Sokol
Having a baby can change your sex life. This guide breaks down barriers to sex and intimacy for new parents and how to rekindle intimacy with your partner.
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Family LifeMaintaining a Healthy MarriageBy FamilyEducation Editorial Staff
If your partner is expecting, chances are she's feeling anything but beautiful right now. Our writer — and father of two — shares his tips on how to make your pregnant partner feel sexy.
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