I moved to Germany from the US with 4 kids. Here, I have a lot more time for myself.

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Robbins and her family relocated to Berlin in May last year.

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My daughter still couldn't tie her shoes at 9 years old. I'm to blame because I only teach her things when she's interested.

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The author has a unique parenting style.

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After having 2 kids, I realized I wanted more. I put my career on hold to be a present mom.

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The author says she can't imagine returning to the workforce at all after having kids.

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My son just got married, and I'm no longer the center of his world. I'm now lost and wish I didn't make 'mom' my only identity.

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The author, not pictured, is lost now that her son is married.

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My kids cage-dived with sharks on vacation. People may judge my parenting, but I don't want my children to live in fear.

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The Hambrick family have been on many adventures together.

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Infertility has taken a toll on my marriage. IVF hasn't brought us a baby, but it has helped me fall more in love with my husband.

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The author, not pictured, leans on her husband for support during IVF treatment.

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Hilary Swank says she's glad she waited until her late 40s to have kids. It made her a more present mom.

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Hilary Swank, 50, said she's happy she had her kids in her late 40s.

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I'm a multimillionaire, but I'm not leaving my kids any cash inheritance. I think it would be a mistake to make them wealthy.

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George Appling had $1 million in the bank by the age of 36.

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Hoda Kotb says her 60th birthday prompted her to reevaluate the next phase of her life

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Hoda Kotb celebrated her 60th birthday on "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza with fans.

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I'm a dietitian and mom. Here's why I feed my 2-year-old processed foods.

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Kristen Carli (not pictured) is a dietitian and feeds her child processed foods.

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