While it may seem like mere fun and games, pretend play has the power to help kids develop key skills. Read along to find out how to turn imagination into learning. We all cherish those moments when our little ones immerse themselves in the magical world of pretend play. Whether they’re hosting a tea party […]
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From oil changes to relationships, here are twenty-five pieces of dad advice for when you need a father’s perspective. Growing up without a dad or father figure can be tough. Whether you’re an adult now or still finding your way, some fatherly advice can go a long way. Here’s a mix of practical tips, life
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Teach kids financial literacy with these five fun activities! From savings jars to online games, make learning about money exciting and practical. Financial literacy is a crucial life skill that can set kids up for a successful future. But teaching children about money doesn’t have to be a boring lecture filled with complex jargon. In
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This summer, get your outdoor grilling on with these tips and this recipe from Aly Romero’s cookbook Gas Fire Heat. The taste of summer is cold watermelon, dripping ice cream, and smoky barbecue. Grilling outdoors is summer tradition and a fantastic way to enjoy delicious meals while spending quality time with your family. The better
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A new sibling or a new school year, change is stressful for kids. With these tips, guide your child through the seven most common childhood transitions. Fear of change is right up there with fear of spiders—so many people struggle with it. And as hard as it is for adults to adapt to change, it’s
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You’ve heard about postpartum depression, but what about depression during pregnancy? Here are some strategies to help new moms feel better. I wanted a baby, didn’t I? But why do I feel like this? Now I’m pregnant, and I feel like my life is over. Feeling like your life is over during pregnancy can be
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The postpartum experience comes with many new thoughts, some exciting and some scary, and these are the five most common types of intrusive thoughts. After giving birth to a new baby, a mother’s thoughts might sound like this: What if I drop him? What if I snap and hurt my baby? Mothering is so hard—I
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Keep a finger on the pulse of your high functioning depression and anxiety with these signs and practical tips to help you take a break. Having high functioning depression or anxiety is like having all of the symptoms without the receipt. Many people often go undiagnosed because they are able to meet their responsibilities and
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Life changes when you bring a newborn home for the first time. Here are five things you need to know for an amazing (and easier) first few months. Trying something new is scary, and bringing home a living, breathing newborn for the first time adds a whole new level of fear. What do you do
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Most new moms experience the baby blues, but postpartum depression is becoming increasingly more common. What’s the difference, and what can you do? So, you’ve had a baby, but things aren’t quite what you expected. You keep waiting for the happiness to kick in, the joy of parenthood, but it doesn’t even seem to be
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