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LIFE: Family

You’re stuck in the house together. How can you and your fam get along?

Social distancing equals more time at home, which means you and your fam are probably seeing a *lot* more of each other than usual. Spending extra time with family is great, but being stuck in close quarters can get old...
LIFE: Family

My brother has autism—here’s what you should know

Today is World Autism Awareness Day—a perfect time to share Girls' Life contributor Bailey Bujnosek's heartfelt essay about her brother. When my brother was four years old, he was diagnosed with autism. I was only one at the time...

LIFE: Family

10 creative ways to bond with your fam while you’re at home

When times get hard and everything feels uncertain, the things that are important become *so* clear. Making sure you and your family stay healthy and safe is always top priority, but we bet you also want to have FUN. Use...
LIFE: Family

Play these board games with your fam while you’re stuck at home

Got a case of quarantine jitters? Adopting a board game as a new at-home activity helps the time pass while simultaneously relieving some of your stress. Although they may be old-school, being reminded of games from your childhood can actually...

LIFE: Family

Your parents are giving all of their attention to your sibling. What should you do?

If you have siblings, then you've probably felt jealous at one point or another. It can be hard for parents to split time evenly between children, which can leave you feeling forgotten if it seems like your sibling is being...
LIFE: Family

Advice on being an individual (from a triplet)

If you have a sibling, you’ve probably gotten used to sharing things with them. Everything from clothes and pencils to secrets and jokes pass between you. When you’re a multiple, such as a twin or triplet, this sharing gets taken...

LIFE: Family

5 reasons why your pet is basically a family member

If you have a pet, you know that they're pretty much the best member of your family. They're cute, silly and provide us with unconditional love. Here are five ways your pet sneaks its way into your heart and becomes...
LIFE: Family

5 things to tell yourself when your parents are arguing

When your parents argue, it's totally normal to feel the effects in a really personal way. It can make you sad, angry, worried...the list goes on. The most important thing, though, is to remember that their fighting has *nothing* to...