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5 Great Halloween Movies With Girl Protagonists

by ParentCo.

Despite making up half the population, women and girls are often under represented in film. Watch girls take the lead in these female focused Halloween movies.

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A Mindful Family Plan for a Happy, Healthy Winter

by ParentCo.

The change in the quality of daylight causes seasonal depressive symptoms that go beyond typical “winter blues.” Here are some ways to help.

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25 Missions for Your Fall Bucket List

by ParentCo.

Do these awesome things with your family before the crunchy leaves are covered in snow.

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How Keisha Noel Designs Jewelry (Plus Business, Family, and a Joyful Life)

by Hannah Howard

“Being a mother has been my greatest joy while juggling a thriving business,” says Keisha Noel . “It’s truly a balance." She reflects on the joyful juggle.

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20 Family Traditions That Will Teach Your Kids To Love Nature

by ParentCo.

Combining family traditions and the outdoors is a fun and exciting way to create memories and a love of nature at the same time. Here are 20 ideas to get you started.

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How to Cope When Your Baby Totally Hates the Car

by ParentCo.

The following tricks can help you to find a solution for the pain and trauma of car rides.

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6 Incredible Superpowers You Didn't Know Your Baby Has

by ParentCo.

Newborn babies might look like the most helpless things on the planet but they can do some things you’d never believe.

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5 Ways to Make Family Adventures with Little Kids (a Little Bit) Easier

by Hannah Howard

Figuring out schedules and logistics for even a small trip can be a momentous task when you have little kids. Here are some ways make the process (a little) easier.

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10 Tricks for Making Family Potlucks Fun and Delicious

by ParentCo.

Does the word "potluck" conjure images of weird 70s-style casseroles? Potlucks have changed. Here's how to do it right - so it's low stress and plenty fun.

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ParentCo. Designer and Entrepreneur Hayley Zorzi on the Tango of Parenting and Success

by Hannah Howard

Hayley Zorzi sees her roles as mom, wife, designer, and business owner as enhancing each other. The overwhelm can be real, but so is the joy.

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3 Ideas Parents Can Steal From Entrepreneurs

by ParentCo.

Can lessons from brilliant entrepreneurial minds carry over into parenthood? Of course they can.

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A New Grandmother Finds Her Seat at The Changing Table

by Andi Polllinger

Soon my son was going to be a father and I wondered what it would mean for our relationship. Would he still need me? How would I be a part of his child's life?

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19 Gifts That Will Make the Future Better For Your Kids

by ParentCo.

In recent years the toy industry has gone into gender specific toy marketing overdrive. These great gift ideas defy the stereotypes.

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Little Muffincakes’ Debra Raney Fosters Self-Esteem from Birth for Diverse Kids

by Hannah Howard

Little Muffincakes' founder Debra Raney didn’t plan to be an entrepreneur. She provides high-quality products that reflect the diversity and beauty in children.

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How to Arm Yourself to Go out to Dinner With Kids Without a Screen

by ParentCo.

From better family connection to simply teaching your children important social skills, there are many compelling benefits to a device free dinner.

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How to Design a Play Space that Inspires Curiosity

by Parent Co

In the words of Fred Rogers, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning.

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Black Heroes to Introduce Your Kids To

by Allyson Stone

One of the best ways that we can empower Black people is continuing to share their accomplishments, achievements, trials and tribulations, victories, and their contributions.

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6 Tips for Taking Better Holiday Photos With Your iPhone

by ParentCo.

With a few simple tricks, your smartphone can take holiday family photos that you'll treasure for decades.

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22 Ways to Keep a Preschooler Busy Other Than Watching TV

by ParentCo.

Parking a preschooler in front of a screen is a fast and easy path to entertainment. But there are plenty of other ways to keep them busy. Here are 22 to start with.

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From the NICU to Entrepreneurship: bökee’s Lauren and Brandon Stuart

by Hannah Howard

Any parent knows you need more hands; the bökee gives caregivers that. It lets them hold/bounce/dance a baby while preparing a bottle. Simple but revolutionary.

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Plan Your Next Family Vacation: Real-World Places From Your Child's Favorite Books

by ParentCo.

Give your child an opportunity to live “inside” their favorite books with a trip to one of the real-world locations of their favorite stories.

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To Fight Ageism, Start with Calling your Grandma

by ParentCo.

Many elderly people in the American community feel neglected. Making a change starts with the way we treat our grandparents.

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9 Inspiring Books to Celebrate Earth Day with your Kids

by ParentCo.

Happy reading—and planting, recycling, conserving, and more—on Earth Day and every day. 

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Moms Explore Work-Life Balance (Hint: There Is No Such Thing)

by Hannah Howard

I feel lucky and overwhelmed every day. Here are tips & wisdom from women in the trenches, showing up with integrity, strength, and grace to work and mom life.

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