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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My grandmother just turned 95, and she's still thriving. Here are her 3 secrets to longevity.

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The author's grandmother just turned 95.

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My family spent 4 days in Washington, DC. Here are 5 things that were totally worth it and one we'd skip next time.

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My family took a trip to Washington, DC.

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When I was a kid, I moved every few months. Now that I'm a parent, I focus on creating stability for my family.

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Tiffany Nieslanik with her husband and kids.

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My 3rd child was a daughter, and with her, I felt more pressure to be a role model. She's always watching what I'm doing.

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The author has two sons and a daughter.

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I send my kids to stay with family over the summer. I deserve time away from them, and they have fun.

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Tanya Mitra (not pictured) enjoys relaxing without her kids in tow during part of the summer.

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I'm a proud, child-free cat lady. Children are still important to me — I just don't want any of my own.

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Christina Wyman says she's proud to be a child-free cat lady.

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