“Thank your aunt for the gift!” “What do you say when I hand you the thing you asked for…?” As parents, we often remind our kids to say thank you, but all too often those words aren’t connected with the feeling of gratitude. It may seem obvious to adults, but we have to teach kids

As grocery costs continue to climb, many families are also dealing with the added uncertainty of whether or not SNAP benefits will be paid this month.⁠ With Thanksgiving approaching, and the holiday shopping season following right behind, families are looking for ways to provide all of the holiday magic without the hefty price tag.⁠ This

Veterans Day is an important opportunity to express our gratitude and teach our kids about the contributions and sacrifices U.S. veterans have made! There may be parades, volunteer opportunities, or other in-person ways to honor veterans in your local area. But if the weather, your schedule, or other circumstances don't allow that—or if you just

This story was originally reported by Brandon Tensley, Capital B of The 19th. Meet Brandon and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Editor’s note: Due to the sensitive nature of this discussion, Capital B has chosen not to use last names to protect the families’ safety. WASHINGTON — Milissa’s parents initially didn’t embrace