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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I was asked to leave an event for female founders because I had my baby with me. I don't think babies and business should remain separate.

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Elena Brandt was told to leave a talk at a Y Combinator because her baby was cooing.

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My son and I deciding whether he'll go straight to college or take a gap year. I'm fine with whatever he chooses.

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Stephanie Kaloi's son (not pictured) is deciding whether to go straight to college or take a gap year.

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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 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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I moved from North Carolina to Japan with my family. I was surprised at how family-friendly bathrooms are.

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A woman looks around the streets of Japan

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I took a 50% pay cut to avoid paying for childcare. It was the right decision, but it's still difficult.

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Jen Glantz (not pictured) took a 50% pay cut to avoid paying for childcare for her daughter.

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I co-parent my kid with other parents of only children. We give each other a break and have developed close friendships.

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The author (right) loves co-parenting her child, Finch, with other parents of only children.

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I'm an American living in Spain. Both my husband and I had 4 months of paid parental leave, which helped us ease into parenthood.

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The author took four months of paid leave along with her husband when their first child was born in Spain.

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