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My Parents Don't Want To Be Grandparents & My Kids Are Missing Out ([link removed])

DeeDee Moore is a “granfluencer” — ie, she’s on Instagram as@morethangrand ([link removed]) , writing about grandparenting — and there’s something she hears pretty often: Some grandparents just don’t seem to want the gig.

She writes: “‘My child's grandparents just don't seem to care about having a relationship with her. They didn't even acknowledge her birthday’... that’s one of the many messages I’ve gotten from disappointed parents in my Instagram DMs.”

Well, today she’s talking about why that might be happening — and what to do if that sounds familiar.

— Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor
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What's In A Name?
New Parent Realizes That There A Ton Of Names Parents Cannot Name Their Kids In Australia ([link removed])

Turns out the land down under is pretty picky about what you can name your kid.
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There’s A New Monster High x ‘Wednesday’ Collab To Delight Your Dark-Hearted Tween ([link removed])

You might say it’s mysterious and spooky.
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It's A Little *Too* Quiet...
TikTok Mom Gives Bittersweet PSA To Moms Of Young Kids Who Might Dread Summer ([link removed])

“Where are the kids? ... In their rooms... again? Ignoring me and each other?”
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How You Can Help Protect The Places You Love From Unnatural Disasters ([link removed])

If any of your family’s getaways have been thwarted by unexpected disasters — storms and flooding at your favorite beach, destructive wildfires on your usual hiking trail, dried up lakes and extreme heat that forces you indoors — we have some news: it’s likely because of climate change. And while big business and irresponsible industries bear the brunt of the responsibility for it, there are lots of small things we can do to fight these “unnatural disasters,” while making a big impact on our children’s futures.

To help you get started,Science Moms ([link removed]) , a nonpartisan, fact-checked source for learning about climate action, has come up with parent-friendly approaches to help you combatunnatural disasters ([link removed]) . Visit their website to learn ways you can take action now ([link removed]) , so there’ll be a greater chance of protecting the beautiful places our families love for our children to enjoy in the years to come.
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Bust the myths to help protect our kids’ future. ([link removed])

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Take on extreme weather by switching from dirty to clean energy. ([link removed])

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Get Hygge With It
12 Fall Movies Perfect For A Date Night ([link removed])

“I love a good summer blockbuster and a moody seasonal drama, but nothing beats a cozy fall date night movie,” writes Samantha Darby. “Literally anything can count — as long as it gives you that warm autumnal feeling.” She’s rounded up her favorites… and while I don’t want to spoil the whole list, When Harry Met Sally is obviously on there.
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