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The Sandwich of Emotions 

One day you wake up and realize you are no longer just someone’s child. You are also someone’s parent.

Author Ruchira Darda

Ruchira Darda 22 Jun 2026

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The Sandwich of Emotions 

One day you wake up and realize you are no longer just someone’s child. You are also someone’s parent.

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How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids: A Guide to Parent Emotional Regulation

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