Bachelorette Becca Kufrin: I've always felt loved, but I wish I hadn't pressured myself to get married and have children young.

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Becca Kufrin and her husband Thomas Jacobs want to teach their son Benson about love by example.

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My adult daughter still lives at home with us. She saves money on rent, and we get to see her more — a win-win.

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Noah Berlatsky (not pictured) says his 20-year-old daughter lives at home with him and his wife to save money, and it works out well for all of them.

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Am I gentle parenting, or am I just a pushover?

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The author is not sure if gentle parenting actually works.

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I run a baby-naming site. Trends in 2024 include space-inspired names and names ending in 'ai.'

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My mom provides our childcare, but we have different rules for the kids. It creates tension.

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Bethaney Phillips' mom provides daycare for her two young boys.

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The last time we traveled as a family of 6, we spent $6000. I refuse to make the same mistake this summer.

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An annual solo trip reminds me of who I am outside being a mom. Sometimes, I feel guilty for spending the time and money, but it's worth it.

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Tiffany Nieslanik takes an annual solo trip and always comes back to her family refreshed.

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I became an orphan at age 12. Now, I run a summer camp for kids like me.

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Lynne Hughes and Comfort Zone Camp Kids

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I was nervous when my teenagers started dating. I learned to set simple expectations and allow room for mistakes.

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Rebecca Hastings (not pictured) is the mom of three teenagers.

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Summer camps aren't accessible for my autistic child. I still want him to experience the fun of camp.

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The author's son is autistic, and there are no summer camps that can accommodate him.

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