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A popular TikTok travel hack recommends using VPNs to find cheaper flights, but other strategies work better
- A virtual private network (VPN) protects your online privacy and security through a secure server.
- Some people also believe flights can be cheaper if you use a VPN. Here's what our research found.
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I'm a millennial mom of 3, and I rely on my mom's financial assistance
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I never thought I'd have an only child, but I love it, and my kid does, too
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Stephanie Kaloi
My husband and I waited for a sign before choosing names for our kids. Each time, we ended up with the perfect name.
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I have an only child. Our small family saves money, and traveling is much easier.
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Tegan Forder
My grandparents were strict and unaffectionate while I was growing up. Everything changed when I had kids.
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Nicole Johnson
I never wanted to get married. But when I got pregnant, everything changed.
I was afraid of commitment and never saw myself getting married. But when I got pregnant, my feelin…
Melissa Noble
My husband and I had opposite upbringings. We now clash on how to spend money on our kids.
My husband and I clash about how much money to spend on our kids because of our opposite upbringing…
Jane Ridley
My husband and I thought we wanted 2 kids, but having an only child made more sense for our family
My husband and I thought we wanted two kids, but having an only child makes sense. We have more tim…
Jen Hyde
When I was a kid, I moved every few months. Now that I'm a parent, I focus on creating stability for my family.
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My 3rd child was a daughter, and with her, I felt more pressure to be a role model. She's always watching what I'm doing.
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Thinking of getting a personal loan? Adani group might have something for you
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I send my kids to stay with family over the summer. I deserve time away from them, and they have fun.
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Jane Ridley
I'm a proud, child-free cat lady. Children are still important to me — I just don't want any of my own.
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My foster mother hated her first name. I found another way to honor her after she died.
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We cuddle our kids to sleep. Our oldest is 9, and we don't plan to change our bedtime routine anytime soon.
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I never wanted kids. My partner has a son, and it's been unexpectedly great.
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My husband and I are in our 50s and child-free. We've never regretted our decision.
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I decided not to have a second child and have no regrets. The benefits are just too good.
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Nicole Findlay
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Ashley Archambault
Growing up, my parents didn't discipline me. Now, I'm doing authoritative parenting — and it's working.
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Beth Rush
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HDFC Life Q1 results: Profit after tax surges to Rs 478 crore, AUM crosses Rs 3 lakh crore
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My adult daughter still lives at home with us. She saves money on rent, and we get to see her more — a win-win.
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