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Pandemic parenting is not for the faint of heart. You have questions about vaccines, symptoms, school, mental health and more—and we have expert-backed answers.

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Why protecting your mental health is so important right now

It's okay to create boundaries for the sake of your mental health, mama.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Where to find free & low-cost food during the coronavirus pandemic

One of the pressing issues is the sudden lack of school-provided meals for children—and the extreme stress that this induces for many families who rely on them.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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6 tips for cutting your child’s hair at home, according to a stylist

Don't go for a dramatic change, just maintenance.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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I lost my job because of the coronavirus pandemic

My boss called and asked if I could come into the office for a quick meeting. My stomach sank. I knew what was coming

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
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10 phrases parents can use to help kids understand social distancing

1. "We're all working together to fight this."

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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Coronavirus quarantine—the ultimate test of a marriage

We need to split responsibilities—now more than ever.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022
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Jimmy Fallon is working from home and the viral videos are hilarious

Fallon says he's going to keep the at-home shows going for as long as he can, and we can't wait to see what else he—and his daughters—have in store.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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How to work from home with kids around—from babies to teenagers

Experienced work-from-home parents share their best tips for every age range from baby to teen.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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These viral comics perfectly capture the reality of life for parents during quarantine

And what they're reminding us mostly is that we're all in this strange "new normal" together.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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Yep, we’re all fighting with our partners right now

Solidarity. But also—here's how to help make it better.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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Coronavirus pandemic sheds light on the problem with underpaying women

A vaccine won't be enough to inoculate our society from a repeat of this disaster. We also need to improve remuneration for women, value the caring professions and stop gendered segregation at work.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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7 (easy) expert tips for getting through self-quarantine with your relationship intact

Now more than ever, we need to be a united front with our partners...even if it feels impossible.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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Update: White House to send many people $2,000 stimulus to combat coronavirus hardship

The White House is making plans to send checks to Americans during the pandemic.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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