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Jay Deitcher

Freelance Writer

Jay Deitcher is a writer, dad to three kiddos, and former social worker living in Albany, New York. His writing has appeared in the Washington Post, Esquire, The Cut, and more.

Latest articles by Jay Deitcher

Sometimes kids need a push. Here’s how to do it kindly.
Even Better

Raising an independent child is about empathy.

By Jay Deitcher
Life
How to think before you speak, online and offHow to think before you speak, online and off
Life

Social media is a stressful place. Keeping things in perspective is important.

By Jay Deitcher
Even Better
How to set boundaries with grandparentsHow to set boundaries with grandparents
Even Better

Parenting is hard. Managing your own parents can be harder.

By Jay Deitcher
Nobody’s perfect. Here’s how to be a good influence on your kids anyway.
Even Better

Everyone makes mistakes. Here’s how your kids can learn from yours.

By Jay Deitcher
Even Better
How to (actually) stay friends with an exHow to (actually) stay friends with an ex
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It’s possible to have a platonic friendship with someone you used to date. Here’s how — and whether you should try in the first place.

By Jay Deitcher
Even Better
How to set boundaries when your family sides with your exHow to set boundaries when your family sides with your ex
Even Better

You moved on from your relationship. Now your family has to move on too.

By Jay Deitcher
The best $2,618 I ever spent: A second wedding ceremony
Money

Six months after I nearly destroyed our first $26,112 day.

By Jay Deitcher