Fatherly
 
Oct 02, 2022
 
Whether you rely on them for a few hours every weekend or nearly every weekday, it’s a fortunate thing to have family in your life who are willing and able to watch your kids. Sure, their presence saves you a considerable cost and frees you up in ways you might otherwise not be. But, more importantly, it provides you with peace of mind. Be it trusted grandparents, aunts, or uncles, your family is your family and has your child’s happiness and well-being in mind. And while their particular brand of caregiving may bring you to the brink of madness from time to time (it comes with the territory) they’re there for you and deserve recognition and appreciation for all that they provide. Because where would you be without them?
 
SMALL, NICE THINGS
 
25 Small, Nice Things To Do For Family Who Helps With Childcare
 
If you’re lucky enough to have family members available to watch your kids, here are a few ways to let them know how much their help matters.
 
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They are playmates and protectors, educators and entertainers, keepers of schedules, givers of snacks, and readers of bedtime stories — and they deserve thanks.
 
 
FURTHER READING
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5 Tips For Dealing With Overbearing In-Laws
 
FAMILY
 
What Living Near Grandma And Grandpa Does For A Family
 
Living near grandparents provides a unique set of pros and cons for every member of the family.
 
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SOUP SEASON IS HERE
 
You’ll Want To Make Chef Luis Guevara Salgado’s Caldo Tlalpeño Again And Again
 
The chicken and rice soup hits all the right notes.
 
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MIX IT UP
 
9 Ways To Take Your Old Fashioned To New Heights
 
From smokey and spicy interpretations to those that feature coffee, here are nine riffs on the classic whiskey cocktail to try.
 
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PATIENCE, GRASSHOPPER
 
How To Teach Toddlers, Preschoolers, And Kindergarteners To Wait
 
Waiting is hard for kids who were once served by adults who now expect patience. This is how to teach little children to wait without fuss.
 
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RECALL
 
Kia Recalls 70,000 Cars Dating Back To 2016. Here's What To Know
 
Family-friendly vehicle maker, Kia, has issued a recall of several of its SUV models after discovering a faulty tow hitch that poses a fire risk.
 
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