The 4th trimester: What new parents need to know about this fragile period
Top doctors explain the fourth trimester, how long it lasts and why it’s such a critical stage for new parents.
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12 kitchen cleaning tips for busy families
Learn how to keep a tidy, clean kitchen with these tips, advice and new routines from cleaning and organization experts...
How to manage clogged milk ducts and mastitis when breastfeeding
Get the latest expert advice for identifying, treating and preventing a plugged milk duct and mastitis in breastfeeding parents.
How nannies can tactfully deal with micromanaging parents
They hired you to care for the kids … so why are they controlling your every move? Here’s how to...
Moms have less retirement savings than dads, but here’s how to catch up
Most women struggle to save for retirement. Economist Emily Oster shares how to take charge of your financial future and...
Teething rash: 4 things you need to know
Suspect your child has a teething rash? From at-home treatments to signs of infection, here’s what you need to know...
How parental leave can affect your mental health, for better or for worse
Parents share the impact of their parental leave experiences and experts offer ways to protect mental health no matter what...
What causes painful letdown and how to get relief
When you're breastfeeding, painful letdown is no joke. Here's why it happens, and more importantly, what you can do about...
1 in 3 parents give kids fever-reducing medicines too early, study finds
Do you know the right time to use medicine to treat a child's fever? The answer from Mott Children's Hospital...
TikTok dad treats son to a mani-pedi after teacher says nail polish is just for girls
A California TikTok dad is going viral for the adorable way he taught his son to push back against gender...
Restaurant bans kids under 10 and launches a heated debate among parents
Should kids under 10 be allowed to go out to eat with their parents? This New Jersey restaurant says no...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
23 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.
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...
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...