A pet parental peeve
OPINION: Why do some parents insist on referring to their kids by months of age?
Backlash over baby-free date night
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Why do we force kids to share?
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No Xmas gifts for Kutcher kids
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A pet parental peeve
OPINION: Why do some parents insist on referring to their kids by months of age?
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Should we stop forcing kids to share?
For some parents, sharing isn't caring, and they want their children to learn the importance of saying "no".
Why I won't punish my daughter
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Teaching my daughter about consent
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How to enjoy the empty nest
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Are Dr Seuss books racist?
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Wise words for teenagers
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Yes, you do have a favourite child
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Botched sterilisation claim fails
Mum loses ACC appeal for cost of bringing up child she never expected.
Backlash over baby-free date night
Model Meghan Gale forced to defend herself after being criticised for going out without her baby.
Learning to be a mum in prison
A new parenting programme is offering inmates a chance to break the cycle for their children.
Julia Roberts: 'I was a selfish brat'
As the actress turns 50, she admits a lot has changed since becoming a mum.
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