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Balancing parenthood, romantic relationships, work, and leisure can be overwhelming. There are people, products, and ideas that make living easier.
As the world recalibrates and starts spending wisely, so can we. Parents teach children with spending habits, so we have a particular need to strike a thoughtful balance.
It’s taken me awhile to believe the airplane instructions “place the mask over your mouth first, and then over the mouth of your child”—and I'm not sure it's always first— but it’s a huge reminder not to forget, and to try to understand what it means to take care of yourself.
Need some time for youself? You can hire a caregiver. Are you feeling balanced? Thinking about balancing family and work?
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All the other things we do-- do laundry, get our hair cut, shop for school supplies, arrange celebrations, travel, exercise--the spot for all those things I've researched that don't belong elsewhere!
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Dressing yourself, dressing your kids, (dressing your partner) -- there’s a lot to think about season to season. Here I have some of my own thoughts about children’s clothing, as well as tips from
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Traveling with kids is possible! You have to take the plunge and be as prepared as possible. Here you’ll find lots of suggestions from packing to role playing.
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So many things to celebrate! From your child’s first birthday to annual celebrations like Thanksgiving, you can stay sane and enjoy!
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Couples might have to think about birth control again, eventually you’ll have your first mammography, and more.
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When do people with two children find time to have sex? Sometimes I think my spouse causes me more angst than my child—is this normal, or are my expectations unreasonable? We might be moving, how do I help my child prepare?
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From new babies to countless birthday parties, you will be buying a lot of presents in the years to come! Gift giving is one of those things that usually makes you feel good.
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