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12 Books to Inspire a Lifelong Love of Cooking

by ParentCo.

From fine motor skills, to following directions, kids can learn a lot from cooking. Get your kids inspired to master the kitchen with these books.

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5 Sweet, Simple Truths About Life Inspired by Toddlers

by ParentCo.

Innocent, sweet, and full of brutal honesty, toddlers inherently know how to live their best life. We adults could stand to learn a few things.

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7 Things You Can Do To Help A Bereaved Mother In Her Second Year Of Grief (And Beyond)

by ParentCo.

The first few weeks after losing a child, the outpouring of love and support is enormous. But as other's lives go back to normal, it's easy to feel forgotten.

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4 Traits I Learned From My Spirited Child

by Cheryl Maguire

A stubborn and strong-willed child may challenge you in many ways. But there is much to learn from their spirited nature.

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Why I Clean My Teens' Rooms (And You Should Consider It, Too!)

by ParentCo.

At a time when their brains and bodies are in overdrive, I don't mind taking on the small job of keeping my teen's room clean.

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How Yoga Helped Me Remodel My Daughter’s Bedroom

by ParentCo.

I have yoga to thank for a peaceful bedroom remodel that could have easily ended in tears for both myself and its teenage inhabitant.

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8 Brilliant Businesses Created by Moms Who Feel Your Pain

by ParentCo.

Sometimes inconvenience is the mother of invention.

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8 Simple Ways to Make Someone's Day

by ParentCo.

Thoughtfulness doesn't always come naturally. But with these simple ways to make someone's day, it just may become a habit.

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I Wrote One of The World’s First (and Worst) Viral Posts

by ParentCo.

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To the Drunk Driver Who Killed My Sister-in-Law

by Kelly Riibe

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I’m Sticking With Love

by ParentCo.

When the world seems fraught with intolerance, death, and darkness, it's easy to reflect back the same. But choosing to face the day with love is possible.

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Finding Joy in the Face of Cancer

by ParentCo.

You'll step up to the parental plate and do something you don't enjoy because your kids need you in a whole new way. And there will be joy in the face of sadness.

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Dance, Medicine, Love, and War: An Immigrant Story for Thanksgiving

by ParentCo.

There’s no better novel than life. I’ve always thought my parents’ immigrant story could make a great romantic novel.

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Everything You Need to Host the Chillest Thanksgiving Ever

by ParentCo.

If you're hosting the big day this year and want to find your Thanksgiving zen, set the tone beforehand.

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Marriage is Hard Work, But Here's 12 Reasons Why It's Worth It

by Stephen Bradshaw

If you’re struggling in your relationship right now, here are 12 reminders of what makes marriage pretty awesome (and worth the hard work).

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Just in Case There's Any Doubt, I'm Proud of You

by ParentCo.

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4 Global Thanksgiving Traditions and How to Bring Them To Your Table

by ParentCo.

All of these traditions share a common goal: to make ourselves aware of our blessings and to give thanks for each one.

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From One Mother to Another

by ParentCo.

I became a mother through adoption. Everyday, I am grateful for the selflessness of two women I'll never really know.

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How Kid President Spotlighted Obama’s Game-Changing Legacy and Why We Must Remember It

by Jill Kiedaisch

Kid President's visit to the White House and the conversation he had with Obama is the perfect example of the sort of message a President should send.

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5 Ways To Bring Positivity Into Your Family’s Life During Post-Election Stress and Instability

by ParentCo.

How do you focus your energy and stay positive when feeling mired in post election stress and disappointment? These activities can help bring some optimism.

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Make Giving Tuesday a Thoughtful Family Tradition

by Carrie Howe

November 29th is “Giving Tuesday.” Here are some ideas for how to engage your children in thoughtful giving when kicking off the holiday season.

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7 Simple Lessons My Kids Have Taught Me About Living Life

by Megan Woolsey

The transition from childless to mother of four, could be jarring. But with a little self reflection, it's clear the lessons learned are the important ones.

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LtCol Todd Mahar on Service, Family, and Being There for Each Other

by ParentCo.

A fascinating conversation about family life in the Marines with LtCol. Todd Mahar, Commanding Officer of the 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines at Camp Lejeune.

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For My Son: What It Means to Be a Kind Man

by Stephen Bradshaw

Being kind means – above all else – treating others the way you’d want to be treated. And teaching my son to be just that is the most important job I have.

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