I've always traveled with my 2 kids, but now that they are teens it's so much more fun

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Now that the author's sons are teenagers, she can let them plan activities for them to do together while they travel

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My toddler sleeps in bed with us. Everyone gets more sleep this way.

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The author co-sleeps with her toddler and says the whole family gets more rest this way.

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I started my kids' 529 account at birth with the intention of not touching it until college. I changed my mind.

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A baby helps with placing money in the "college fund" jar.

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Before people rush to Montreal to live their best life, they should know my city's beautiful veneer is starting to crack

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Montreal is often praised for its low cost of living and high quality of life, but that's not the whole story.

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I'm a mom and professional declutterer. Kids don't understand the concept of 'cleaning up' so here are 3 ways to help them do it.

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A pair of kids play in a messy toy room.

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My husband and I keep our finances separate and believe it's one of the reasons our marriage has stayed strong over the years

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Jen Glantz and her husband keep their finances separate.

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My mom never stopped smiling when things were hard. I learned it's a leadership superpower.

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A mother smiles at her daughter

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My toddler and I go to Bali every year for 3 months. I've learned so much and feel less judged than in the US.

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The author visited Bali for the first time when her daughter was 18 months old.

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When the wage gap between me and my husband grew, I quit my job to work part-time. I realized my non-monetary contributions have value, too.

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Amanda Garland started to feel insecure about what she was bringing to her marriage when her husband accepted a job with a significant pay increase.

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I had to rent my house for extra income, and it forced me to declutter. I'm happier because of it.

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The author was able to declutter her home with the help of a professional photographer.

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