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Dads Want to Have It All, Too
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Dads Want to Have It All, Too

Working guys all over Washington want to lean out and see more of their kids.
People, Work & Family
September 2, 2014
Married, But Not Exclusive
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Married, But Not Exclusive

For some couples, one relationship is not enough.
People
July 30, 2013
Letting Them Go: Summer Camps Also a Growing Experience for Parents
News & Politics

Letting Them Go: Summer Camps Also a Growing Experience for Parents

Sleep-away camps give kids a chance to reinvent themselves and practice being independent. But saying goodbye can be hard, especially for parents.
Work & Family
January 29, 2013
Will Your Marriage Last?
News & Politics

Will Your Marriage Last?

What social scientists have learned from putting couples under the microscope.
Work & Family
December 18, 2012
The Type-A Parent Trap
News & Politics

The Type-A Parent Trap

Washington’s parks and playgrounds are filling up with a new breed of high-achieving moms and dads who want to do everything by the book. But trying to be a perfect parent is not only exhausting—it’s also bad for kids.
Work & Family
May 9, 2012
New Options for Kitchen Countertops
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New Options for Kitchen Countertops

Go beyond granite—everything from “green” options such as recycled glass to durable engineered stone is worth considering
Home Design Chats
October 19, 2011
Choosing the Best Backsplash for Your Kitchen
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Choosing the Best Backsplash for Your Kitchen

A backsplash adds personality to a kitchen. Here are tips on choosing the right tile.
Home Design Chats
October 19, 2011
An Insider’s Guide to Dental Care
News & Politics

An Insider’s Guide to Dental Care

The fact is that dentists don’t mind if you talk while you’re in the chair—except if you talk about money. Here are some other things that may surprise you about dentistry—plus a guide to the area’s top dentists and specialists.
Health
August 1, 2009
Coal in Our Backyard
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Coal in Our Backyard

People
September 1, 2008
Trouble in Coal Country
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Trouble in Coal Country

Cutting off the tops of mountains is a cheap way to mine, but it’s changing the landscape and may be endangering lives.
People
September 1, 2008
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