I'm self-employed, and family planning as a freelancer is scary. I don't have parental leave, and I don't know how much money to save.

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A woman working from home and looking at her laptop and notebook.
The author (not pictured) enjoys freelancing, but says the lifestyle makes it difficult to plan for a future with her husband.

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Adopting the slang of my Gen Alpha kids took me from being an outsider to someone who is in on the joke

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A mother and child walk together in a courtyard.
The author said her three kids (not shown) were all using Gen Alpha lingo when they spoke. She decided to join in so she could connect with them.

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Sometimes my adult kids don't get along. I'm their mother, but it's not my job to fix their problems.

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Three boys walking at the beach
The author wants her now adult kids to stay close for life.

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I moved to the UK from Florida 20 years ago. Living here has been full of surprises in the best way.

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The writer wearing sunglasses and posing in front of the water on a bridge in London.
Many things surprised me when I first moved to the UK two decades ago.

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As my mom aged, I had to care for her more and more. I regret the time I missed with my youngest daughter.

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The author poses with her daughter while outside.
The author, pictured with her youngest daughter, said she regrets how much caring for her mother took her away from her parenting.

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I'm an American who studied abroad at a college in China. My time there inspired the rest of my career.

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Marianna Maddock and her friend sitting at a table in shanghai
The author (right) studied abroad in China in college.

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I'm a recent college grad living with my parents. It's been nearly impossible to even get a part-time job.

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Sebastian Griffith in his college graduation gown
The author is a recent college grad looking for a part-time job.

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As a parenting coach, I knew I had to give my daughter permission to be sad — even at Disney World

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The author and her daughter pose while standing near the teacup ride at Disney World.
The author said that not even being at a magical spot like Disney World could prevent her kids from having meltdowns.

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I had to sell my mom's home to cover assisted living costs. Downsizing her belongings brought us together.

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Woman purging items
The author's mom is enjoying trying on hats.

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I gave up my athletic scholarship in college. Over 20 years later, I still wonder if that was the right choice.

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Isabella Jade as a kid wearing her track uniform
The author was an avid runner as a kid and earned a college scholarship.

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