Tag: family
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The icky, sticky lesson of babyhood that stuck with me
The key substance of parenting is a balancing of needs.
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How I survived one wild and crazy day of saying “Yes!” to everything
It was a tough challenge, but how could I possibly say “no”?
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The things I wish I’d known about parenting my neurodiverse child
Looking back, I wish I’d known that it’s okay to throw away the rulebook.
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The barbershop visit that opened my eyes to the real meaning of belonging
Our worlds open up when we open ourselves up to the power of diversity.
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The 3 little overheard words that changed my view of masculinity forever
My eyes and ears were opened anew when my son said I love you to a friend.
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Life in a women’s shelter taught me the meaning of hope and grace
In seeking refuge from the world outside, we found a way to be ourselves.
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What I learned about life from five nightmare weeks in a neonatal ICU
My baby’s birth was traumatic, but it strengthened both of us for life.
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How I became a gentle parenting revolutionary
Set your children free to be themselves, and you’ll set yourself free too.
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You should have seen my son’s face when I gave him a dictionary for his birthday
He was speechless, but he soon learned the true meaning of words.