Everything I order for my family at Dunkin' as a dietitian following the Mediterranean diet

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outside a dunkin donuts location
With so many options, it can be hard to know what the best things to order at Dunkin' are.

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I'm a mom and a travel writer. Here's how I encourage independence with my 7-year-old when traveling.

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Mother and son at airport looking out window, they are both wearing backpacks.
The author (not pictured) encourages her son to be independent while they travel.

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Parents, I know Elf on the Shelf is a hassle, but I promise you one day you'll miss it

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Terri Peters and her family at Christmas, dressed in formalwear, standing outside on a sidewalk and smiling at the camera.
The author loves spending the holidays with her family, even as traditions change over the years.

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I'm vegan, but the rest of my family isn't. So, I'm relying on these 8 tasty Trader Joe's finds this holiday season.

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I've discovered some of Trader Joe's best vegan holiday staples.

Stephanie Dreyer

I'm the eldest sibling and feel financial pressure during the holidays. I'm making less money this year and don't want to let my family down.

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Woman sitting at table with Christmas gifts, using calculator to add up budget
The author (not pictured) had to figure out a holiday budget this year.

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I was worried about my adult children connecting with my new partner, but traveling together helped us feel like a family

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Author Samantha Priestly, her two daughters, daughter's boyfriend, and partner smiling with wine
My partner, daughters, younger daughter's boyfriend, and I have gone on amazing trips.

Samantha Priestly

I guilt-tripped my teen into joining a family Christmas tradition. I'm mourning the days when my kids loved the holidays.

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Laura Falin and her family with a snowy background
The author (far left) and her family while hunting for their Christmas tree.

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Aldi isn't my family's primary grocery store, but I'll always make a special trip there for these 8 things

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Aldi has a great selection of snacks and other fun items.

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I've been on over a dozen multigenerational family vacations. We book separate accommodations and talk about money before leaving.

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Multigenerational family crossing a bridge over water on a hike.
The author (not pictured) has been on multiple multigenerational family vacations over the years.

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I thought I didn't want kids. My father's sudden death changed my mind.

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A woman and a man lounge under a green umbrella on a beach.
Here, my dad and I are enjoying a sunny day in Porto de Galinhas, Brazil. Unexpectedly losing him after a heart attack made me realize that having kids was something I might want to do after all.

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