16 brilliant Black moms on TikTok you need to follow now
Meet the follow-worthy Black moms on TikTok who do double duty by mastering parenting and social media.
Child care
12 active games for kids
Children can get plenty of exercise playing these fun, active games for kids that work both indoors and outdoors.
When and how Black caregivers should discuss race and racism with a white family
From answering questions to thoughtful conversations, here's how Black nannies caregivers can discuss race with white families.
12 parents call out the ruthlessness that is summer camp sign-ups
Oh, you thought you were supposed to be focusing on winter activities while it's cold? Ha! Summer camp sign-up is...
It’s time to redefine fatherhood: Expert tips for more equality at home
Attorney Dedan Bruner and author Brian Anderson share how dads can leverage their skills to create change at home.
Stressed TikTok mom shares family’s day care bill in relatable rant for all parents
This Michigan mom just shared her actual child care bill and launched a vital conversation about the financial burden for...
101 fun activities for preschoolers
These fun activities for preschoolers are expert-approved and perfect to try with kids at home, in the backyard and even...
14 benefits to consider negotiating into your nanny contract
From mileage reimbursement to recreational bonuses, consider negotiating these nanny benefits into your contract.
How to deal with toddler tantrums — and why they happen in the first place
Here's what causes toddler tantrums and how to deal with them, according to experts.
Parents say the ‘summer camp scramble’ is getting out of control
Parents say summer camp sign-ups have become an expensive version of the Hunger Games, and they're sick of it.
Resentment in relationships after kids: How to work through it before it’s too late
Having kids, and all the work that comes with parenting, can increase the odds of resentment in relationships. Here’s expert...
Parents and safety experts sound the alarm about potential predators on Roblox
Do you know what's happening on Roblox? Safety experts say it's time to double check your parental controls.
6 ways to make motherhood sustainable when you’re screaming on the inside
When writing her new book, journalist Jessica Grose found that most moms felt guilty that they weren’t loving every second...
It’s not your imagination — working from home is harder on moms, say researchers
New research shows that even work-at-home parents still don't split household labor equally.
Dad-to-be asks for advice to support his wife during labor and Twitter delivers
An expectant dad asked people to share the most helpful things their partners did for them during labor. Here's what...
How to make a bottle of breast milk: A step-by-step guide
From swirling the bottle instead of shaking, to the proper way to defrost frozen breast milk, here’s your guide on...
How to talk about marijuana with kids
Experts share when to start talking to kids about pot, weed and edibles and provide tips on staying age-appropriate and...
16 poems for kids of all ages
These children's poems are a fun way to introduce literature to kids. Our experts picked the best 16 poems for...
5 nanny tax myth busters
A lot of people don’t think twice about paying their nanny, housekeeper, senior caregiver or babysitter with cash. Some families...
Hiring an Attractive Babysitter or Nanny: Do or Don’t?
A good friend recently told me that she won’t hire “good looking” babysitters. She didn’t feel comfortable with the idea,...
Learn classic hopscotch rules, plus new ways to play
Hopscotch is easy to play, fun to master, and it's good exercise, too! Vary hopscotch rules with these fun twists...
TikTok mom documents her full birth experience to help other parents prepare
This mom of five posted her entire birth experience on TikTok, and it's teaching other parents what to expect.
Mom shares how stranger tried to ‘groom’ her daughter online and it’s a wakeup call for parents
A mom on TikTok has an important warning for parents after a stranger sent 'grooming' messages to her tween daughter.
22 Scottish baby names
From Leith to Kyla, check out our list of popular — and not-so-popular — Scottish baby names for both boys...
14 fun 3rd birthday party ideas and themes
Looking for 3rd birthday party themes, activities or ideas? Look no further! We've rounded up simple, guaranteed-slam-dunk ideas.
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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...
How to fire a nanny or caregiver
Letting go of a household employee is never an easy decision, but sometimes it becomes clear that a nanny, babysitter,...