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Stuffed Bunny Has Better Life Than You

by ParentCo.

Inspiration

What We Need and What We Let Go

by ParentCo.

For 2016, we've found a new routine: taking some time to evaluate what we need and what we want to hold onto.

Parenthood

Ready to do More Than Simply Survive as a Parent

by ParentCo.

Some days are better than others. On any of them I might make mistakes. But I will keep trying. I'm ready to do more than simply survive life with 3 kids.

Inspiration

10 Big Ideas That Will Inspire and Challenge Parents in 2016

by ParentCo.

Based on data from our site, Google Trends, and sentiment research, here are the topics that will dominate parenting headlines and newsfeeds in 2016.

Playtime

6 YouTube Videos My Kids Wore Out in 2015

by ParentCo.

I have a love/hate affair with YouTube, as evidenced by the top videos my kids tormented me with in 2015.

Parenthood

The Top 20 Posts on Parent.co in 2015

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Here are our most-read posts of 2015. Actually, these are the most-read posts on Parent.co ever, because we launched the site in January 2015!

Wellbeing

10 Ways To Feel the Joy and Beat the Holiday Blues This Season

by ParentCo.

Don’t be too hard on yourself. Stick to what makes you happy. Do something for others. And remember that this too shall pass.

Learning

Best Links of the Week

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The best stuff from all around the web.

Parenthood

Tactile Star Wars Parenting

by ParentCo.

With The Force Awakens out in theaters, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about my relationship to the series, and how my own child has been introduced to the saga.

Parenthood

When Should You Introduce Your Kid To Star Wars?

by ParentCo.

As Star Wars passes to another generation, considering the right way and age to introduce your kids to the saga.

Inspiration

Issue #4: Winter Lights

by ParentCo.

It's the darkest time of year outside, but everywhere I look I see glittering Christmas lights, candles, and bright windows in cozy homes full of friends and family.

Playtime

Open This Page And Hit "Play" for Your Best Modern Holiday Mixtape

by ParentCo.

15 songs you might not have thought of that capture the joy, nostalgia, spirt, melancholy, and silliness of the season.

Learning

Winter Lights Reading for Younger Kids

by ParentCo.

3 wonderful books sharing different perspectives on the holiday season to read to your kids.

Playtime

8 Christmas Gifts I'm Glad I Can't Afford

by ParentCo.

If you have more cash than brains or taste, this list is for you.

Wellbeing

Broken Ornaments, Better Attitudes- Reclaiming my Holiday Spirit

by ParentCo.

Learning

The surprising truth about Santa Claus? He's good for kids' developing minds.

by ParentCo.

Santa isn't a lie; he’s a mystery. Research shows that kids have a positive reaction when they figure it out. And kids appreciate why their parents keep Santa going.

Inspiration