What Is “Back-to-School Anxiety”? Kids and teens might simply have anxious personalities; they may experience intermittent anxiety, or they may even have an anxiety disorder. But back-to-school anxiety can be its very own issue: anxiety specifically about returning to school. This type of anxiety can occur in kids with no history of anxiety concerns. What […]
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The first day of school is the number one culprit of giving kids butterflies. Help your kids fight the first-day jitters with these simple strategies. Whether your kid is a baby bird just leaving the nest or a seasoned student starting a new year for the third time, some kids just get nervous on the
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School is just one phase of life—a long and sometimes difficult one. These six goals for the new school year will help your kids build happy lives that they love living. Setting clear and achievable goals with your family can pave the way for a fulfilling and successful school year ahead. From academic excellence to
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From school supplies to sleep schedules, these thirteen tips will have you navigating the back-to-school transition like a boss. As the bright summer days begin to wane, families across the country find themselves facing a familiar challenge: transitioning from the relaxed, sun-kissed days of vacation to the structured, fast-paced rhythm of the school year. The
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Every parent has had a moment where Parent Win became Parent Fail. Turn your parenting fails into laughter with these ten tips. Parenting is an exhilarating roller-coaster ride filled with moments of joy, love, and cherished memories. Yet, amidst the wonder and beauty, there are bound to be instances when our well-intentioned efforts go awry,
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The stars and stripes are a tapestry of food, fireworks, and history. Kick off the Fourth of July with these fun facts and delicious burgers. With fireworks, barbecues, and picnics, the Fourth of July marks a day of pride, patriotism, and celebration in the United States. But beyond the food and parades lies the fascinating
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Co-parenting over summer break can become a new kind of challenge. But with these eight tips, you can rock the two-house summer. Summer is fun when you’re hopping from the beach to the mall. But it’s not so exciting when you’re hopping from house to house and arguing about who gets the kids. While co-parenting
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Paternity leave is the new maternity leave. Dads who stay home with their new babies offer all kinds of new benefits and support for happy, fulfilled families. Paternity leave is just maternity leave for dads. However, since maternity leave is the societal norm, the thought of paternity leave creates endless questions. Can dads even take
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Jetting off to exotic destinations might not be in the cards, but fear not! With a staycation, the perfect adventure is right at home. Summer is a time when many of us yearn for adventure, relaxation, and new experiences. (Which usually means taking vacations overseas and spending lots of money.) But work and finances often
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Cooking in the kitchen or taking paternity leave, modern dads do it all. They raise kids, break stereotypes, and give dads a good name. Dads are doing laundry and making breakfast. Moms are working and taking out the trash. “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” The 1920s are long gone. Now, modern
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