The only guarantee in life is that all humans struggle at various times throughout their journey. The Schooling Struggle Podcast dives deep into the real life theories and tactics that we can use to navigate obstacles. The discussions of this podcast center around the most integral skill needed for a life driven by purpose and fulfillment - How to cultivate a mindset to embrace struggle. Feedback 👉🏽👉🏻👉 https://aka.ms/SchoolingStruggle/Feedback [and/or] SchoolingStruggle@gmail.com
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The podcast that helps you love your actual life so you don’t need to run away from home. Join your friend Emily each week to practice thought work guaranteed to yield perspective shifts which will move you from struggling to struggling WELL.
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Parenting Stories, Struggles and Strategies for Moms and Dads of School-aged Children, Teenagers, and Impactful Parents
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The Impactful Parenting Podcast helps parents turn their chaos into connection with their children. Through meaningful stories, the podcast provides parenting tips for making family life easier! Why? Because school-aged children bring different challenges to parenting that younger kids don’t! The Impactful Parenting Podcast provides help for raising your adolescent child. So if you’re asking yourself questions like: • ”Is this normal?” • ”Why is my teenager doing this?” • ”How do I get my ch ...
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In this episode Todd shares about the lessons and realizations he has recently learned through digging into multiple zones of mental and physical discomfort. We lead off discussing a recent murder in his neighborhood. Crazy! He then dives into his recent fast that wasn't so "fast," life as a sober human, and how that continues to manifest. Lastly h…
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Perfectionism In Parenting In this candid episode, I talk about my struggle with perfectionism. I explore questions like: Where does perfectionism come from? How do I deal with it? Where does it show up in my life? Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making my parenting journey bett…
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113: Striving to Walk (The Walk) - Thomas P.
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Thomas Payton joins the show to share his story of both physical and mental growth following a catastrophic accident where he was tossed out of the back of a moving truck. Thomas digs into the rehab process following this incident as well as his personal mental journey to become a better citizen to both himself and his community. Throughout this ep…
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As the calendar turns to 2025, Brian and Pete engage in a conversation that put the "FUN" in disfunction. They chat about the most important lessons they have learned in the past 365 days while sharing stories about their growth and shortcomings throughout the year that was 2024.
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111: Avoiding Pain & Opening The Heart
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Todd, Brian, and Pete discuss what they have each learned and how they are applying the content from Michael Singer's, "The Untethered Soul." The guys cover a range of topics with regard to living with an open heart, overcoming the avoidance of pain, and how keeping death in the forefront of our minds can lead to a life of joy and fulfillment. Sing…
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Pete & Brian discuss the role that goal implementation plays in their lives. The each dig into how the setting and attainment of goals has both helped and hurt them in the past. The guys finish by sharing how they now use goals to better themselves including some of the specific strategies and tactics that have proven both productive and useful ove…
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295: Be Proud of Your Kids For YOUR Mental Health
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Be Proud of Your Kids For YOUR Mental Health Parenting is stressful, and it gets even more stressful if you don't step back once in a while and see the big picture. What I mean is it's difficult to see your kid's progress and growth when we have a front-row, daily seat to their life. In this episode, I challenge parents to find something for which …
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294: How does birth order matter in your family?
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How does birth order matter in your family? We already know that research shows how birth order affects children's personalities, but this episode doesn't discuss that. Instead, I ask, "How did birth order affect YOUR upbringing?" In this episode, I examine how birth order affects our relationships with our siblings, our parents, and our upbringing…
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Jalen Labonte joins Pete to chat about his need to make amends with those whom he burned bridges in his past. Jay shares his story through a discussion focusing on troubled times during his youth, navigating school with an autism disorder, and managing his raging anger. He covers getting removed from his home by the government then losing a close f…
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Kristina's candid and honest podcast discusses where she is mentally with her business. She is asking for feedback and constructive suggestions. To reach out to Kristina with your comments and suggestions, please email her at theimpactfulparent@gmail.com Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank …
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292: Competition In Childhood. The Good, Bad, and Everyone Gets A Ribbon?
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Competition In Childhood. The Good, Bad, and Everyone Gets A Ribbon? Competition in childhood has become controversial. Hurt feelings in children has resulted in society giving everyone a ribbon. Anxiety and pressure to perform has many kids with suffering mental health. BUT what about the good parts of competition? Doesn't competition also foster …
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The guys take a pragmatic hard look at exactly what kindness really is. Pete, Todd, and Brian each bring a unique perspective to the conversation given their current roles in life and past experiences. Is there actually a difference between being kind and being nice? This is no "Polly Anna" approach toward discussing kindness.…
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291: Working With Doctors and Therapists For Better Results
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Parenting: Working with doctors and therapists for better results. Developing a Care Team for your child. Creating a Care Team for your child with disabilities or learning differences. Kelley Colman is a mom of a child with disabilities. She knows first hand the struggles, FUSTRATIONS, complications, and long days of working with a child's care tea…
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290: Good Moms Versus Good Dads (why the double standard?)
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Good Moms Versus Good Dads (why the double standard?) Why are moms held at a higher parenting standard than dads? Why are moms constantly criticized for their lack of effort but dads can get away with doing much less? In this episode of the Impactful Parent, we discuss the double standards between being a good mom and being a good dad. Discover why…
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Brian Fortier joins Pete to have a story-laden and light-hearted discussion about managing the small day-to-day frustrations that often consume human thoughts and emotions. The guys share humorous stories throughout the conversation while giving strategies they find helpful when faced with navigating the small, yet frustrating challenges of life.…
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289: My Child Came Out. Now What? Support For New LGBTQ Parent
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My Child Came Out. Now What? Support for the new LGBTQ Parent I've been in your shoes. Watch and allow me to help you navigate through LGBTQ parenting. In this video, I give tips for: * What to say during the "coming out" conversation (if you think it's coming) * What NOT to say during the "coming out" conversation * What parents should do in the f…
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Dr. Slammon joins the show for another insightful episode. Everyone has actions, reactions, and responses varying in intensity to outside stimuli. These actions are often referred to as "Triggers." This episode focuses on human triggers. How we manage and internalize our triggering thoughts and emotions has a profound impact on how we navigate life…
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288: Teaching Children Boundaries: Mistakes Parents Unintentionally Do
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Teaching Children Boundaries: Mistakes Parents Unintentionally Do Spoiler Alert!⚠️ Children learn boundaries by watching their parents make boundaries and uphold their own. 😲 That means, everyday interactions with our children is very important! 🎯Discover the mistakes that most parents make when teaching boundaries to their children. 🎯Learn tips an…
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Teaching Teenagers How To Drive Teaching your teen how to drive doesn't have to be stressful! In this episode of the Impactful Parent, Nigel Tunnacliffe, the founder of Coastline Academy Driving School, gives parents tips, hacks, and important information that every parent needs to know to get their teen driving safely on the road. Discover how tea…
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286: Family Trauma and the Effects It Leaves Behind
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Family Trauma and the Effects It Leaves Behind We all have some level of family trauma as we mature but effects of that trauma can last through adulthood. Discover how family trauma effects children. Learn how you can prevent some family trauma as a parent. And familiarize yourself with some of the most common forms of family trauma. This episode i…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com "I feel like a mosquito in a nudist colony!" - Brian Fortier. Brian joins Pete to discuss the unique ways that humans remain motivated over time. How does this motivation reshape itself as one matures and changes their pursuits in life? The guys go on to each share their life experience in this mindset arena.…
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285: Parenting A Disabled Child. (Let's not be awkward.)
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Parenting A Disabled Child. (Let's not be awkward.) The challenges of parenting a disabled child are unique to each family, but these families are not alone! The Impactful Parent wants to help! Introducing Kelley Coleman! Kelley is a mom of 2 boys, one of which with both physical and mental disabilities. Kelley is welcomed onto the Impactful Parent…
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284: Negative Gatekeeping: How your EX could be sabotaging your relationship with your kids.
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Negative Gatekeeping: How your EX could be sabotaging your relationship with your kids. Negative Gatekeeping is a term to describe a very PASSIVE AGRESSIVE side of manipulation. Many parents do it. Some parents do it intentionally and other do it without even knowing it. Either way, negative gatekeeping leaves detrimental effects on the children. D…
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283: Chemicals in Everyday Life Are Hurting Your Daughter
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Chemicals in Everyday Life Are Hurting Your Daughter The age of puberty is getting younger and younger! The research is undeniable that the chemicals in our everyday lives is effecting our kids. What about makeup, lotions and soaps? Kimberly Grustas, founder of Just For You Girls, knows first hand how the chemicals in many skin care brands are not …
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282: Isolated Teenagers. Crazy, Scary, or Dangerous?
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Isolated Teenagers. Crazy, Scary, or Dangerous? Teens today socialize differently. Many teens find comfort in isolation. But what are the repercussions of teen isolation? In this episode of the Impactful Parent, we discuss how society has shaped the "new" teen experience and how parents can help their isolated teenagers. ---- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Pete is joined by Todd and Brian to discuss the power of refraining. Pete shares some recent lifestyle changes he has committed to including his recent quitting his watching of any content on YouTube. He shares how his life has been impacted by this. The guys also cover some other topics including maintaining peace of mi…
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281: Fear Based Parenting. You are doing it and don't even know it!
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Fear Based Parenting. You are doing it and don't even know it! Many moms and dad parent from fear and you are likely parenting from fear too and don't even know it! Parenting is just scary in general. Especially the teen years can be very fearful. But parenting from fear can cause your child to rebel. Discover what fear based parenting looks like a…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Rory joins the show to share perspectives on breaking her preconceived expectations regarding her own life's structure. As she packs her bags to move 1,200 miles south, Rory openly shares about the "identity crises" she currently faces as the current state of her journey does not entirely line up with where she anticipat…
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280: Feeling Emotionally Disconnected From Your Partner
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Feeling Emotionally Disconnected From Your Partner? Parenthood changes you. But what happens when the responsibilities of parenthood pulls you away from your partner and you begin to grow apart? This happens often and no one is talking about it. Why do parents begin to grow apart from each other once the baby arrives? How can we stop this? In this …
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279: Not Everyone Is Going To Like You. Parenting strategies to help kids cope.
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Not Everyone Is Going To Like You. Parenting strategies to help kids cope. 🎯Discover strategies that parents can use to help their children cope with the frustration, anxiety, sadness and anger that comes with this type of rejection. 😥Help your child learn to cope with these big feelings and focus on the kids that will lift them up instead. 💥 Learn…
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278: Our Take on Elon Musk's Parenting of a Transgender Child
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Elon Musk and Parenting Transgender Children Elon Musk is a parent of a trans daughter. Elon blames "Woke culture" for his daughter's life. And it's obvious to me, that Elon is a hurting dad inside. Watch this personal conversation between Kristina Campos, (founder of the Impactful Parent and mom to a trans child) and Rodrigo Bravo, (parenting coac…
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Schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Joey Beggs joins the show to chat about all things life balance. He dives into the stress that accompanies trying to do multiple things at a high level. How do we please all of the most important people in our lives while still being available for ourselves? Joey shares openly about this challenge and the stress that is …
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277: How to Talk to Kids About POLITICS (the right way.)
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How To Talk To Children About Politics Do you talk to your kids about politics? Schools don't teach politics like they used to. Therefore, it's important for families to pick up the educational "slack". Lindsey Cormack, is a professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Steven Institute of Technology. Discover how Lindsay reco…
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Mom's Anxiety During Dad's Month Mom's anxiety is real. Many moms have a difficult time "turning off" motherhood, the worry, and the long to-do list running through their brains. Worst of all, many moms can't enjoy their "kid-free" time because the anxiety won't be relinquished! "Will the kids brush their teeth?" "Will they get their homework done?…
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275: What is inside that VAPE PEN? Nicotine? Marijuana? What parents need to know.
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What is inside that VAPE PEN? Nicotine? Marijuana? What parents need to know. Vape pens are very popular, but do you know what is inside a vape pen? Sometimes it is nicotine. Sometimes it is marijuana. How can you tell the difference? What can you do to prevent your teen from getting addicted to vape pens? What does this even matter? Discover the b…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Harper Robinson joins the show to discuss what she has learned in the past year about making sustainable lifestyle changes in the arenas of mindset and nutrition. In this light-hearted and engaging manner, Harper shares some powerful insights that she has recently learned about herself. These include her habits and the a…
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274: Germany Decriminalized Child Porn? What?!
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Germany Decriminalized Child Porn? What?! Watch as we discuss the new laws Germany introduced and eliminated around child pornography. Discover how Germany's new laws are going to affect YOU and your kids! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making m…
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273: How much is too much screen time?
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How much is too much screen time? Recommendations for screen time use by age. Summertime brings new challenges with kids and screens. Here are recommended screen time usage by age AND rules around screen time that every family needs, no matter how old the child may be! Watch this informative episode! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpa…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com 52 days ago Todd went alcohol free. In this special "Episode 100" he shares his recent realizations regarding 4 decades of alcohol dependency and the changes that have transpired in his life since putting down the bottles and cans of Bud Light and Crafts Brews. This turned out to be an incredibly enlightening conversatio…
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272: Toxic Masculinity and the Best Conversation EVER
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Toxic Masculinity and the Best Conversation EVER Toxic Masculinity. Can we really combat homophobia with toxic masculinity? How does toxic masculinity affect parenting? What are the truths about toxic masculinity? Is it all bad? In this episode of The Impactful Parent, we explore topics around the influence of toxic masculinity in parenting. I know…
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271: Parenting Better With A Routine (Quit Yelling and Nagging!)
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Parenting Better With A Routine (Quit Yelling and Nagging!) Parenting Better with A Routine Stop nagging your kids! Quit the yelling matches and frustrated tears! A good routine is a parenting hack that no one is talking about! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, discover why routine is important for kids of all ages, and how you can implement…
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99: Success = Failure Inside Out - Brian F.
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Brian Fortier joins the show to share his insights on turning failures into successes throughout the journey of life. He also shares his favorite motivational poem, titled... "DON'T QUIT" When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, When the road you’re trudging seems all uphill, When the funds are low and the debts are…
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270: Single Dads Are Better Parents. What?!?!
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Single Dads Are Better Parents. What?!?! Single Dads Parent Better. What?! I was shocked when I read the research too, but it is true that single dads statistically have children with better school grades, less criminal records, and better mental health than their single mom counterparts. BUT WHY? In this episode of The Impactful Parent, Rodrigo an…
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98: "Never Halfway - Both Feet In" Katie Hluchyj
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com "Profe" Katie Hluchyj joins the show to share some great stories from her adventures about how chasing one's heart can lead to purpose & fulfillment. Katie dives into her thought process regarding the value of challenge and the worth of venturing outside of her comfort zone. Katie believes in the importance of human conn…
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269: The Secret Sauce To Get Your Child Reading This Summer!
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The Secret Sauce To Get Your Child Reading This Summer! Do you have a child who doesn't like to read? Or maybe they aren't motivated to read because they can't find a book they like. Do you want your child to read more this summer? Then this episode is for you! Check out this Impactful Parent video where author, Ramon Gil, talks about the impact GR…
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268: DIVORCE and the Ugly Side of Co-Parenting
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DIVORCE and the Ugly Side of Co-Parenting The fights. The bickering. The unfairness! Divorce isn't easy and co-parenting with a person you don't always get along with is even more difficult! But don't pull out your hair just yet... In this episode of the Impactful Parent, Rodrigo Bravo and I discuss the REAL SIDE of co-parenting (and that side is U…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com As they surpass 10,000 downloads since creating episode one, the guys chat about what goes into the logistics of producing an episode as well as a myriad of other listener questions that have been submitted over the years. This episode finishes out with a question that each of the co-hosts has always wondered about the o…
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96: They Can't Make Me Unhappy - Brian F.
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Brian Fortier joins the show to share what make his mindset practices tick. He shares stories from his past and how these experiences have influenced his approach to life today. His wisdom is infectious as he strives to teach those in his orbit what he has learned through the myriad of roles he has taken on throughout th…
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schoolingstruggle@gmail.com The guys continue to dig into the "5 Pillars of Health." Pete shares how he implements small measurable goals when intending to improve upon aspects of each pillar in his life. Both of the guys discuss various measures and steps one can utilize to make progress in each of the 5 buckets: Mindset, Connection, Sleep, Exerci…
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267: Grandparents Don't Have Rights, But Should They If They Are Parenting?
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Grandparents Don't have Rights, But Should They? Grandparents all over the world are helping raise their grandchildren, BUT unfortunately, some of these grandparents are going to get burned. If you are a parent who utilizes grandparents for help or if you are a grandparent raising your grandkids, THEN YOU NEED TO WATCH THIS EPISODE. Don't get burne…
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