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Woman Who Made Gender-Reveal Parties A Thing: Stop These 'Stupid Parties'

"For the love of God, stop burning things down to tell everyone about your kid's penis," wrote Jenna Karvunidis.
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45 Funny Tweets About Parents' Bedtime Struggles

"Stay woke. ― Kids at bedtime."
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We Adopted So-Called 'Hard To Place' Children. They're Not Hard To Love

Some children are left waiting much longer to be adopted than others – three families share their stories.
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How Parents Around The World Are Keeping Their Kids Occupied At Home

We asked families – at different stages of lockdown – for their top tips on coping.
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Nothing Prepares You For Parenting After Your Partner Dies – Here's What I've Learned

When my husband died suddenly, the pain was raw and all-consuming for me and our son – but it does gets easier in time, writes Jo Cole.
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'I Thought I Was Sick With A Bug – Hours Later I Gave Birth In An Ambulance'

"I remember his bright pink face, his loud cry. I just knew he’d be alright."
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