Family Compounds: Why They’re Trending and What to Consider
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When Aisha Patterson first moved into a family compound in Oklahoma a year and a half ago, the primary goal was to become more self-sufficient. With 20 acres of land …
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Millennial Moms Are Embracing Lorelai Gilmore’s Parenting
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When “Gilmore Girls” debuted on The WB in 2000, teen girls everywhere adored the quietly confident teenage character of Rory. Played by Alexis Bledel, she had the kind of life …
What Is the Postpartum Cliff? 2 Experts Explain
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The day after arriving home from the hospital with her newborn, Lauren Cooper woke up with a massive headache. “It hurt to open my eyes,” she says, recalling that she …
How Much Does Childbirth Cost in 2024?
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Healthy adults generally don’t spend much on healthcare. The major exception? When you have a baby. “This is a case where you’re using health services somewhat intensely, and you get …
How to Advocate For Breastfeeding Accommodations at Work
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You’ve probably never heard someone describe breastfeeding as easy. Between latching issues, sore nipples, and generally feeling more cow than human, many new parents who choose to breastfeed their babies …
What Is a Parent Coach?
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Toddlers aren’t the only ones who have tantrums. As the adult in charge, it’s often tempting to scream or cry alongside them. Enter: parent coaches. This growing profession is here …
4-Day School Week: Parents and Experts Weigh In
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After a busy weekend, Kayla Dickhoff and her husband head back to work each Monday morning. But her six kids stay at home, relaxing and finishing up homework, with the …
What Is Zone 2 Training?
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Like many new runners, when I first started running I tried to go as hard as I could on every mile, assuming it would make me faster. It worked — …
7 Benefits of Breastfeeding | POPSUGAR Family
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There’s a lot of lore surrounding the benefits of breastfeeding. For instance, my mom likes to tell my brother and me that her decision to nurse us is one of …
Long Run Playlist, Inspired by Ultramarathoners
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Prepping for an ultramarathon takes a lot of time. Like, a lot of time. When you’re getting ready to run longer than 26.2 miles, a training run can take five, …