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How to Manage the Factors That Shape Our Kids' Body Image

by ParentCo.

Kids as young as five express dissatisfaction with their own bodies. As parents, how can we help set their body image on the right course?

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Practical Tips for Easing Kids' Social Media Anxiety

by ParentCo.

If you see your kids struggling with FOMO -- maybe they're always stressed out after being on the phone or they're staying up too late texting -- step in.

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Ease Back-to-School Stress Starting With You

by ParentCo.

Back-to-school is a stressful time for everyone. But if you get a handle on your own levels, the effects will trickle down.

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Sage Observations on Laughter From a Grandfather of 40

by ParentCo.

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The Difference Between Being ‘Busy’ and Being Full

by ParentCo.

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4 Tips for Healthier Communication on Social Media During Politically Polarizing Times

by ParentCo.

Next time you’re upset by something political (or not) posted by a friend or family member you care about, remember these things.

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Dreaming or Doing – The Perils of Pinning

by ParentCo.

I wonder about all this time and effort brainstorming, designing, and planning. What about the doing?

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A Reflection on Withheld High-Fives

by Dolores Smyth

Was I the type of person who lived life instantly high-fiving everyone who got something I wanted, unbegrudged? No, I was not. So why expect my kid to be?

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Turns Out Your Kid Can Pick Their Nose and Eat It, Too

by ParentCo.

I did what every parent does in this situation. Googled. Apparently everyone wants to know how to stop kids from picking, but no one knows how.

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The Postpartum Abyss We Can’t Talk About

by Laura Young

It was early May when the putrid water of postpartum depression first lapped at my feet. Now, every single morning that I wake my coping mechanisms kick in.

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My High Expectations Are Killing My Marriage

by ParentCo.

Perhaps my marriage isn't dying per se, but the high expectations that I have placed upon my spouse are definitely not helping matters around here.

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The Day My Son Hung out With Hitlr

by ParentCo.

Kids and those posing as kids have an anonymous space to spew hatred. They also have an arena for recruitment.

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Why the Language We Use to Discuss Postpartum Life Isn't Working

by ParentCo.

My dreams of feeling better after pregnancy and nursing were replaced with a physical and mental battle that pushed me to the limit.

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How to Overcome 6 Things That Block Your Path to Success

by ParentCo.

In 1897, Santiago Ramon y Cajal, "the father of neuroscience" outlined six “diseases of the will” that he claimed held talented people back.

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How Big Data Might Stop Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

by ParentCo.

A computer algorithm that can look at dozens of factors may help illuminate what factors cause SIDS.

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Why Colorblind Isn't the Goal When Teaching Kids About Diversity

by ParentCo.

As uncomfortable as the subject is, in today’s “us” versus “them” culture, parents need to engage kids in age-appropriate conversations about diversity.

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The Unexpected Thing That Happened When I Gave up Sugar: a Public Service Announcement

by ParentCo.

Besides feeling great, diminished cravings, more energy, and even losing an annoying five pounds, something even bigger happened when I gave up sugar.