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How to Enjoy Disney World When Your Child Has Autism

by ParentCo.

A trip to Disney World could be a disaster for a kid with autism. But it doesn't have to be.

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The Patience I Wish I Had

by ParentCo.

It's easy to forget what it's like to be a kid. Especially when there is work to be done, bills to be paid, and meetings to reach on time.

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The Weekend That Made Survival Mode More Survivable

by ParentCo.

The weight of mom guilt can be overpowering, but taking a much needed break for yourself isn't selfish. It's necessary.

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Why Experts Want Your Baby Rooming With You Until Age One

by ParentCo.

The AAP recently announced a new recommendation that removes some of the mystery around best infant sleep practices for new parents.

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How You Can Help Ensure Your Child's First Memories Are Happy Ones

by Rebecca Lang

Most kids retain then replace memories in cycles until they begin to crystallize around 7 years old. How can we make certain they are happy ones?

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50 Shades of Brown and Other First-Time Parenting Worries

by ParentCo.

As first time parents everything seems important, and also potentially life-threatening. Eventually, you learn to lighten up.

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Wishing Your Teen Could Still Be a Baby is Actually Really Hurtful

by ParentCo.

It's not easy being a teenager. As parents, we have to be mindful of the way they interpret things we say.

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Not Perfect, Not Broken: Parenting Through the Fog of Depression

by ParentCo.

I want my kids to remember the love I have for them when the fog is lifted. The mother who will always be there for them and always love them.

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10 Life Lessons From the "Star Wars" Galaxy

by ParentCo.

Along with excitement and amazing visuals, the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo provide great teachable moments to share with kids.

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Pregnancy's Unexpected Gift: Freedom From Migraine Pain

by ParentCo.

Pregnancy can affect a woman's body in countless ways. For some, the change in hormones can bring relief from chronic migraines.

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Witness to a Meltdown: There Is a Way to Help

by Krissy Dieruf

When another parent is struggling, it's hard not to look away and leave them to battle it out alone. But sometimes lending a hand makes all the difference.

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How Mommy Bloggers Can Overcome the "So What?" Problem

by ParentCo.

Personal narratives are interesting only when they're presented as part of a broader perspective.

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Does My Teen Need Therapy? 7 Signs From a Psychotherapist

by ParentCo.

It can be difficult to know when your teen is working through issues in a healthy way or when they might need the help of an expert.

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More Than a Gift: Heirloom Inspirations For Your Next Baby Shower

by ParentCo.

Ideas to inspire venturing off-script from traditional registries to find that heirloom-worthy gift that will be treasured for its story.

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Stepping Out With Twins? Pretend You re a Kardashian!

by Laura Richards

Multiples are more commonplace than ever these days, but for some reason, when people see them, they act like they've experienced a celebrity sighting.

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I Thought I Was a Guaranteed Natural But Parenting Is Hard

by ParentCo.

Parenthood is something that we grow into, and if we ever feel as if we're making it up as we go along...? Well, we are.

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Please, Just Let My Kid Fail

by ParentCo.

Instead of finding ways to protect our kids from disappointment, we should be using that time to teach them coping skills and how to learn from it.

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How the Village Can Help Most When You're Parenting Tweens and Teens

by ParentCo.

The "it takes a village" concept doesn't end with diapers. It can play a very important role in raising tweens and teens as well.

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You Don't Know Why I'm Bottle-Feeding My Baby

by ParentCo.

Breast is best. We know that. With all the campaigns, advertisements, and leaflets, it’s difficult not to know the benefits. But not every mother can.

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Learning to Parent Without You: A Letter to My Late Mom

by ParentCo.

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Reluctant KonMari: What I Gained From Losing My Books

by ParentCo.

If the only purpose the dusty top shelf books serve is to make me look smart, perhaps I need to focus elsewhere.

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5 Simple Things Moms Can Do to Care for Themselves

by ParentCo.

You're already flush with things to do. But these non-negotiables will make everything better. Promise.

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Kid Made Recipe: Sweet and Spicy Baked Samosas

by ParentCo.

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Who Knew We All Should WANT to be Pond Scum...

by ParentCo.

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