I've traveled to more than 70 countries. Each one helped prepare me for motherhood in a unique way.

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The author with her daughter by Lake Powell, AZ, in 2017.
The author and her daughter on the shore of Lake Powell in 2017.

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I was laid off shortly after having a baby. Now I have no choice but to be a stay-at-home mom.

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Woman in homeoffice
The author was laid off shortly after returing to work from parental leave.

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I love having an only child, and I won't apologize for it. She doesn't need a sibling to be whole.

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The author with her daughter sitting on a bench on a sunny day.
The author is happy being the mother of an only child.

Photo credit: Lisette Garcia

My mother-in-law moved in with us and helps with childcare and household chores. It's the best decision we've ever made.

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The author's mother-in-law moved in full-time with her family.

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My kids were born 17 years apart. My daughter and I grew up together, my son is getting a different version of me.

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A girl is shown from behind on a tree swing.
The author said that motherhood feels different the second time around.

Courtesy of Frankie Samah

I breed and train dogs that sell for $175,000 each. We place about 20 dogs a year, and it took us a while to be profitable.

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Kim Greene with dog
Kim Greene started breeding protection dogs after getting pregnant with twins.

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I have 4 kids. I'm raising them to be quitters.

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The author with one of her children.
The author said that some parents she knows see quitting as a failure. By contrast, she encourages her kids to quit things that no longer suit them.

Courtesy of Rachel Garlinghouse

We spoke to 10 millionaires about their dream holiday gifts. Their wish lists include ski gear, jewelry, and cheese clubs.

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A collage of items like a lego painting set, running shoes, and a Monopoly board game

LEGO, Monopoly, Altra, Miadonna; Tyler Le/BI

My grandma always wanted to have our Thanksgiving pies for breakfast. I finally started the tradition when I had my own family.

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Composite side-by-side image of the author and her son. On the left, they're at a pumpkin patch, smiling with a pumpkin, and on the right the author's son is eating pie for breakfast.
The author and her son have been eating pie for breakfast on Thanksgiving for 10 years.

Courtesy of Ashley Archambault

I want my 3 kids to learn in an environment that's right for them. We've done a mix that includes homeschooling, public, and private schools.

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The author poses with her children while traveling
The writer, pictured while traveling with her three kids, said she imagined her kids learning experientially through art and experiences.

Courtesy of Colleen Kelly

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