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There's no manual for raising kids. Don't worry, everyone is faking it.
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Children can be difficult to wake up in the morning. Get creative!
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Eating together at least once a day is a great way to stay informed about their lives.
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Take lots of pictures. But not so many you can't miss the actual memories.
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Childhood fears are scary and real. Always be there to fight the monsters in the dark.
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Being a parent is a full-time gig. Laundry and lawn mowers don't care about gender lines.
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If they're old enough to ask hard questions, they're old enough to get honest answers.
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Playing dress-up is a great bonding experience.
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And so is watching television as a family.
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Always bring some kind of entertainment on road trips lest you sacrifice your sanity.
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But make time for yourself! All parenting and no play makes Jackie a dull boy.
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If your kids suffer separation anxiety, let them help you get ready to go out.
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It's totally normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes. Don't be afraid to reach out for help.
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But remember, all parents snap and yell sometimes.
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Especially when their kids try to pull bullshit.
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But your kids know the truth.
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Because you love them.
