Large Families

The fun—and stress—can multiply when you're a parent in a big family. Finding a gameplan that works for you and your kids can help you survive and thrive.
A woman working from home wants help with childcare.
How to Ask for Help With Childcare
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What to Do If You Struggle With the Anxiety of Planning
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Are You a Different Parent to Each Child?
A big family is expensive.
How Much Does it Cost to Raise 5 or More Kids?
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Do Parents Really Have a Favorite Child?
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How to Manage Afterschool Activities in a Big Family
Teach kids to do chores on their own.
How to Teach Your Kids to Be More Independent
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What to Do When You Have a Favorite Kid
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How Having Five (or More) Kids Changes Your Parenting
Older brother helping baby sister to walk
How to Teach Older Children to be Role Models
Kids having fun with squirt guns in a backyard
24 Outdoor Activities Fit for Large Families
Family sleeping at airport
10 Essential Travel Tips for Large Families
Babysitter with three kids
How to Find—and Keep—Babysitters for Your Large Family
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How to Budget for Gift Giving in a Large Family
Woman meal planning
Meal Planning on a Budget for Large Families
Family activities
How to Create Stronger Bonds Among Siblings
Cooking with a big family
How to Create Roles for Kids While Cooking Together
Discipline in children
Should You Discipline Your Kids Differently?
It's tough to make kids of all ages feel included.
How to Make Sure All Your Kids Feel Included
Tips for carving out me time
How to Find Time Away From Your Kids (When They’re Everywhere)
Family road trip
20 Extended Car Trip Activities for Large Families
Getting the Most Out of Your One-on-One Time
How to Create One-on-One Time With Each of Your Kids
Age appropriate chores
How to Divide Chores Among Your Kids
siblings
How Big Age Gaps Between Kids Change Your Parenting
Family on vacation
Should You Vacation Without Your Kids?
Family calendar
7 Tips for Keeping Your Family Calendar Organized
Balance in sibling relationships
How to Manage Sibling Relationships in Shared Rooms
Four vignettes of family dinners
How to Make Mealtime Important in Your Family
Family having a picnic
10 Money-Saving Tips for Large Families
Grocery shopping with kids
10 Tips for Grocery Shopping for a Large Family