Instead of spending money on camp or day care, I kept my daughter home this summer. We got more quality time, but it was harder to work.

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The author got to spend more quality time with his daughter this summer.

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I'm a millennial mom of 3, and I rely on my mom's financial assistance

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The author relies on her mom for financial assistance.

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A first-time homebuyer was renovating her 1940s fixer-upper with her dad. When he died, she turned it into a tribute to him.

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Bridget McGing renovated her home with her father.

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I never thought I'd have an only child, but I love it, and my kid does, too

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The author (not pictured) thought she'd have more than one kid but is happy she has an only child.

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A summer day in the life of a mom of 11, from slow mornings and new hobbies to late-night laundry

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Summer means no school, more playtime, and lots of family fun.

Lisa Tanner

I married at City Hall, and my son had a traditional wedding. I stumbled through helping him prepare, but it was beautiful.

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Rose Greene had a very laid-back wedding and her son's wedding was much more planned.

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My husband and I waited for a sign before choosing names for our kids. Each time, we ended up with the perfect name.

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The author and her husband waited for a sign before naming their three kids.

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My husband works abroad for 2 weeks each month while I watch the kids. The arrangement has strengthened our marriage.

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Kalvinder Osahan and her husband, Bharminder

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I never wanted to get married. But when I got pregnant, everything changed.

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Melissa Noble never saw herself getting married. Then, she got pregnant.

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I'm vegan, but my family isn't. Here are 11 dinners that keep us all fed and happy without making multiple meals.

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With a few simple customizations, my mixed-diet family can eat the same meals.

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