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Parenthood

Candy Land Is a Metaphor for Life

by ParentCo.

The only thing we can control is our attitude. Do I want to focus on the pitfalls? I ask myself. No.

Wellbeing

The Physical and Emotional Reasons Your Kids Need a Family Dog

by ParentCo.

Just a few cold hard scientific facts why our kids are the first to benefit from man’s best friend.

Pregnancy

You'll Never Find the Right Time to Follow Your Dreams, So Don't Bother Waiting

by ParentCo.

Wellbeing

The Top 7 Ways to Improve Your Marriage

by The Gottman Institute

Seven ideas, drawn from Dr. John Gottman’s four decades of renowned research go a long way toward building the kind of relationship couples can rely on.

Inspiration

A Team Effort

by ParentCo.

Playtime

Destination Durango: Your New Favorite Family Vacation

by ParentCo.

Nestled between the San Juan Mountains and the Animas River Valley lies Durango- a town where families find big adventures and a surprising amount of fun.

women sitting on couch with laptop and writing in notebook

Wellbeing

How to Make Your To-Do List Work For You

by Erica Landis

"To-do” lists keep your dreams alive and keep your need to remember toilet paper and paper towels at the forefront of your mind.

Learning

What is Embodied Cognition and How Can it Help Your Back-to-School Prep?

by ParentCo.

Physical movement activates brain cells; the more physical activities, the greater likelihood of readiness and receptivity to learn new things.

Parenthood

The Art of Letting Go

by ParentCo.

The undeniable shift from child to teen arrived unexpectedly, furiously, with no clear warning, despite the age and all of the obvious signs.

Parenthood

What's Really Behind the Ire of Moms Slinging Internet Jabs?

by ParentCo.

When I wrote a simple essay, I didn't anticipate that so many women would lash out with disbelief and resentment. Here's what I realized.

Parenthood

This Place Sucks! My Newborn Son’s First Diary Entries

by ParentCo.

Dear Diary, It finally happened. I got evicted. Don't get me wrong, I had a feeling my days in that sweet pad were numbered.

Parenthood

10 Things Only a Massachusetts Mom Would Say

by Cheryl Maguire

Massachusetts moms are a hardy bunch of women. Oh, wait. A "Haaaahhhdy" bunch of women. There. That's better.

Inspiration

10 Stories of Road Trips to Read While Your Kids Punch Each Other in the Backseat

by ParentCo.

Parenthood

Unique Butterflies and Tasmanian She-Devils: Dissecting My Daughters' Personalities

by ParentCo.

I have four daughters and it amazes me how different each of their personalities are. Let's go on an adventure, shall we?

Parenthood

Do Parents Have a Favorite Child? (Yours Did.)

by ParentCo.

Are parents capable of loving objectively? The answer is complicated, steeped in generations of family dynamics, and varies wildly depending on perspective.

Wellbeing

The Upsides of Battling Childhood Nightmares

by ParentCo.

Nightmares in childhood are actually normal and play a positive role in kids' emotional growth and coping skills.

Wellbeing

What My Mother Taught Me About Owning My Issues

by ParentCo.

The moment we stop blaming co-workers, siblings, partners, and parents for baggage we've collected over the years, we put ourselves in the driver's seat.

cute baby girl in pink dress lying on her stomach

Wellbeing

Baby Photo Contests: Even the Winners Are Losing

by ParentCo.

Here's what we all stand to lose from baby photo competitions, and what a narrow few stand to gain.

Learning

Why Numeracy Counts and What Parents Can Do to Foster It

by Pam Moore

Experts say one in five Americans lack the math skills needed for many modern jobs, including those that do not require a college degree.

Inspiration Parenthood

The Baby Registry Gifts You Won’t Be Selling at a Yard Sale

by ParentCo.

Baby registries are often full of things parents don't need. Why not steer the giving nature of friends and family in the direction of these useful gifts?