I regret signing my kids up for so many activities when they were younger. They really didn't benefit from being rushed around.

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The author said she felt pressure to sign up her young kids (not shown) for a variety of activities. Now that they're older, she wishes she hadn't tried to pack in so much.

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I've spent 15 years as a hockey mom watching my daughter chase her dreams. Seeing the women's Olympic team skip the White House visit left me conflicted.

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I'm glad that my daughter can look up to the women on the US team.

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Youth soccer was demanding, and wearing my family out. My son's coach came up with a surprising solution.

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The author's kids spending time together at home.
The author spoke with her son's soccer coach, and he now attends fewer practices in favor of spending time at home with his family.

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I wasn't prepared for the world of youth sports. It's expensive, competitive, and a huge commitment.

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The author's son plays in a youth soccer league.

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Dick's says its youth sports app will bring in $100 million this year

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A Little League game in Deptford, New Jersey.

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A youth sports overhaul could help America's kids be less lonely

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A Hooptown Youth League team.

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