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Sibling Stress
By Jon SpaydeHow to navigate a rocky relationship with an adult sibling.
Family/Friends
- Life Unedited -
LIFE, UNEDITED: New Thanksgiving Traditions
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor rediscovers the beauty of this all-American holiday by learning to let go of stereotypes and embracing the annual Turkey Trot.
- Coming Clean -
COMING CLEAN: Pinterest Pressures
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlSocial-media platforms offer a trove of ideas — and insecurity for my perfectionist mindset when it comes to decorating the nursery.
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How to Start End-of-Life Conversations
By Jon SpaydeIt’s never easy to talk about the end of life, including options for care. If you encounter resistance (whether you’re the one facing mortality or you’re helping someone else do so), these suggestions from our experts may help.
- Editor's Note -
About a Boy
By Jamie MartinEditor in chief Jamie Martin on the bittersweet beauty of her nephew’s short life.
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Behind the Scenes With Nora McInerny Purmort (Video)
By Experience Life StaffGo behind the scenes at our cover shoot with writer Nora McInerny Purmort to hear how facing hard truths during challenging times helped her grow.
- Family/Friends -
New Thinking on End-of-Life Planning
By Jon SpaydePopular attitudes about end-of-life care and death are changing, making it easier to thoughtfully prepare for the inevitable. Learn how to protect your quality of life — and that of your loved ones — all the way through.
- Couples -
A Labor of Love and Loss: Nora McInerny Purmort
By Heidi WachterWriter Nora McInerny Purmort’s raw and hilarious insights on love, loss, and grief have created a community of change-makers ready to help those in need.
- Life Unedited -
LIFE, UNEDITED: Victory Lap
By Courtney HelgoeWhat my grandfather is teaching me about graceful exits.
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Behind the Scenes With Haile Thomas (Video)
By Experience Life StaffGo behind the scenes with teen chef Haile Thomas, a healthy-eating advocate and founder of the HAPPY Organization, as she shares how she’s educating kids in making better food choices.
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Cooking Up Change: Haile Thomas
By Heidi WachterTeen chef Haile Thomas shares her recipe for getting kids to eat their veggies.
- Family/Friends -
Antidepressants May Be Ineffective for Children and Teens
By Kaelyn RileyA new study suggests that most commonly prescribed drugs may not be the answer for adolescents suffering with major depression.
- Coming Clean -
COMING CLEAN: When Your Family Planning Feels Like Everyone’s Business
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlA seemingly innocent personal question can have deeper implications. Here are some things to consider before you ask about babies, marriage, and more.
- Family/Friends -
Where Did Summer Go?
By Jon SpaydeFew of us get the long, glorious summer breaks that we enjoyed as kids. Here’s how to recapture some of the season’s lost magic — despite your schedule.
- Coming Clean -
COMING CLEAN: Letting Go of Perfectionism
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlHow my toddler is teaching me to appreciate the beauty in coloring outside the lines.
- Coming Clean -
COMING CLEAN: 5 Lessons for My Postpartum Self
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlThe first year as a new mom has been a whirlwind. These tips would have served me well at eight weeks postpartum — and even now at 18 months.
- Coming Clean -
COMING CLEAN: Why Creativity Matters to Me as a Mom
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlThree ways I’m breaking through creative barriers and sharing my love of writing with my daughter.
- Gut Health -
Antibiotic Use May Predispose Kids to Obesity and Asthma
By Heidi WachterFinnish study finds antibiotic use in young children may alter gut microbiome and lead to weight gain and asthma later in childhood.
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Heart-Disease Risks Can Begin in Childhood
By Heidi WachterOngoing research suggests that a sedentary lifestyle can impair arterial health in young children.
- Mindfulness -
Mindfulness Could Help Prevent Obesity in Children
By Craig CoxA new study suggests meditative techniques may help balance brain functions that affect eating behavior.
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The Limits of Friendship
By Heidi WachterA new study suggests Facebook users rely on few friends during a real-life crisis.