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Fighting in front of kids: How to resolve conflicts with your partner more effectively
Fighting in front of kids — it happens. But how detrimental is it to their wellbeing? Experts weigh in and...
How to make a calm down bottle
A calm down bottle is a simple tool to redirect kids in the midst of a meltdown or a tantrum...
‘Pick-a-card adventures’ are the latest cute TikTok trend for connecting with kids
Parents are creating fun days out with their kids inspired by a unique TikTok trend that lets kids pick the...
Mom defends choice to let 9-year-old get her nose pierced and sparks a huge parenting debate
How young is too young to get a body piercing? Parents battle it out over a TikTok 9-year-old who has...
American Girl’s 2023 Girl of the Year is a major win for representation
American Girl just announced their first-ever South Asian Girl of the Year doll and fans can't stop cheering.
TikTok mom makes moving in with friends to form a ‘mommune’ look like heaven
A single mom on TikTok is going viral after sharing what it's like to raise your family while living in...
The key to parent happiness is more time, not more money
Is time more valuable than money? Yep, and here’s how to get more of it, according to experts and parents.
17 unique onesies for newborns
Cute and cool newborn onesies make great gifts for baby showers or any occasion to welcome a new baby.
Vaping around babies and kids: Is it safe?
Wondering what the effects are of vaping around babies and kids? Here, experts weigh in on what to be wary...
How soon can you take a pregnancy test and get an accurate result?
How long after sex can you take a pregnancy test? What time of day is best to test? Here's what...
Are you paying your caregiver minimum wage?
Make sure you know the minimum wage for caregivers, no matter what state you live in.
Baby sleep training methods: What experts say you need to know
How to know if your child might be a candidate for sleep training and what you need to know about...
How to throw an affordable kids birthday party: 14 tips from parents who’ve done it
A memorable celebration doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are some cost-saving tricks from parents who’ve thrown affordable kids...
5 major benefits of daycare for kids, according to research
Say goodbye to working parent guilt! Here are the reasons why daycare is actually a positive influence for kids and...
How to ease separation anxiety in babies
Wondering what triggers separation anxiety? (And how to ease a little one through it?) Here's what the experts say.
Imaginary friends: When to play along and when to be concerned
Imaginary friends aren’t uncommon and can be perfectly normal in childhood; however, there are times to be concerned. Here’s what...
That go-to social media mom group may be making you even more stressed, says new research
Social media mom groups are a go-to for many new mothers, but participating in these groups may actually make you...
Stage 3 baby food: How to know when to offer thicker solids
Wondering when — and how — to introduce Stage 3 baby food? Here's what you need to know about this...
How to wash baby clothes: Here’s what you need to know
Do you really need baby detergent? What cycle do you wash baby clothes in? Here, experts answer top questions about...
15 easy crafts for kids to make with 3 supplies or less
Looking for easy crafts for kids that don't require a trip to Michael's? Check out these ideas, which can be...
7 cell phone rules for kids that every parent should establish right now
From oft-overlooked safety tips to usage limits, check out our list of cell phone rules for kids of all ages.
TikTok mom takes a stand on allowing her 7-year-old to swear and ignites a debate
Should kids be banned from cussing or is it better to teach bad words at home? This TikTok mom has...
Expert-backed tips for staying well through the ‘tripledemic’ this holiday season
Don’t let the slew of viruses circulating — flu, RSV and COVID — disrupt your holiday plans.
Target pulls water bead toy from the shelves after baby suffers severe injury
Target has pulled a popular water beads toy after a mom says her infant daughter swallowed one and needed emergency...
There’s an amoxicillin shortage: What parents need to know
A severe cold and flu season is creating antibiotic shortages. Here's what medical experts say parents can do.
Skip toxic diet talk this holiday season for our kids’ sake
Diet talk is normalized this time of year, but it's time to think about how it's impacting our kids.
Tracking your mood after giving birth: Why it’s a must and how to do it
Most people who've just given birth aren't encouraged to track their moods. Here's why it's important and how to do...
The 15 best Lego sets for kids under 10
Whether you're looking for Legos for toddlers or the best Lego sets for 5-year-olds, here's a roundup of the best...
8 ways parents say you can help after baby arrives
If you're wondering how to help a new mom, dad or couple, hear from parents and experts on what was...
This is how parents plan to spend and tip for the 2022 holiday season
We surveyed parents across the country to see how they're budgeting for the holidays, who they're tipping and if they're...
What Happens When the Child You Care for Is Sick?
We’ve seen a lot of caregivers post questions on our Community about how they should handle it when the kids they...
Thousands of parents are missing work to care for sick kids
New data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics shows sick kids are keeping hundreds of thousands of working...
What is koala parenting? Experts break down the parenting style
Heard of koala parenting? This parenting style has been around longer than you think. Here, doctors and parents explain how...
TikTok dad calls out clueless partners who need ‘instructions’ to care for their kids
These are the rules for solo parenting when your partner is out of town, according to one fed up dad.
TikTok mom asks how often parents clean the bathtub and unwittingly sparks an uproar
One TikTok mom's question about cleaning routines during bath time has parents up in arms.
Kid gifts that parents hate: How to avoid them and what to do when they show up
You watch your child gleefully unwrap a slime-making kit on her birthday, as you flashback to the Great Slime Accident...
18 gifts for kids who have everything
From a personalized pillow of their pet's face to a play sink with endless running water, these are the gifts...
17 parents who can’t keep up with their kids’ never-ending snack requests
From the sheer volume of snacks you need when leaving the house to kids who bravely request one during dinner,...
Schools are closing due to RSV and flu outbreaks: What you need to know
A surge of respiratory infections among kids is closing schools and worrying doctors and parents.