Teenager’s lung collapses from vaping — here’s what every kid (and parent) needs to know
These days most teens are aware of the dangers that come with things like doing drugs or smoking cigarettes, but...
Child care
Working women still do far more housework than working men
There’s no question that it’s difficult to work and run a household at the same time, but if you’re a...
Parents are texting their kids in class so much that schools are banning phones
Is your child texting too much? That’s a question on many parents’ minds, especially as kids settle into a new...
‘Platonic parents’ are having kids without the romance: Can this work?
It used to be that the word “family” conjured images of the stereotypical mom, dad, two kids, a dog and...
Why moms are rethinking ‘wine mom’ culture
We used to associate motherhood with mom jeans and dark under-eye circles. Now, it seems, people associate it with wine...
15 parents talk homework and how you’re never getting those 3 hours back
The good news is school’s back in session, and parents everywhere have a little more peace and quiet, as well...
Why I’m glad my teenager still trick-or-treats — and why every house should welcome older kids on Halloween
If I’m honest, I thought trick-or-treating would have lost its luster by now. I assumed we’d be spending the teen...
Mom-to-be refuses stepmom’s parenting advice because she’s not ‘a birth mother’
When you’re expecting a baby, it can feel like everyone in the world wants to offer you parenting advice. It’s...
More parents are bringing babies to work. Here’s why!
Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day typically falls on April 23, but for some parents, it’s actually every...
Parents refuse to reveal baby’s sex in order to avoid gender stereotypes
Gender-neutral parenting has become a much bigger trend in recent years. Major retailers have started emphasizing gender-neutral kids’ clothing and...
8 common misconceptions about nannies that need to go
As a nanny, or even a day care worker or babysitter, you put in the work. You take care...
How to tell a parent you suspect their child may have different needs
As caregivers, we want to provide the best care for our charges. But what happens when you work with a...
15 ways youth sports are absolutely awesome and truly terrible, according to parents
Don’t get us wrong. Youth sports are great. They build character, teach sportsmanship and show the incredible benefits of physical...
7 in 10 parents knowingly send a sick child to school, according to a new poll
With a new school year comes renewed fears of germs swirling around classrooms and being passed from kid to kid,...
My preschooler wants to know what we’re doing about climate change
“I want it to rain like this all the time,” he said. I looked at him in surprise. Tropical Storm...
Mom makes kids sign strict ‘sleepover contract’ and parents aren’t having it
For a kid, a sleepover is the ultimate fun night with friends. For parents, on the other hand, a sleepover...
Is climate change a reason to stop having kids?
When you’re a parent, worrying about your children is a full-time job. But in an age of political tumult and...
More parents are saying ‘no’ to homework and teachers might agree
It’s hard to know who dreads homework more: kids or their parents. After a long day, so many families come...
Pregnancy discrimination is real and these women’s stories prove it
Pregnancy is a special time in a woman’s life, but it’s also a time when people start treating them completely...
Is it ever OK to admit you have a favorite child?
When it comes to parenting multiple kids, there’s one rule most parents try to stick to: Don’t play favorites. Despite...
The 10 best states to be a nanny or babysitter
Care.com’s first survey of child care providers asked more than 4,000 nannies and babysitters about their wages, benefits, career paths...
95 percent of baby food contains toxic heavy metals: What parents should know
Few baby products are more important than baby food, which is why a disturbing new report that claims 95% of...
Saying goodbye to Thomas the Train
One of the first tantrums my son ever threw was over Thomas the Train. I remember it vividly, because, if...
Extreme gender reveal parties have gone too far
Gender reveal parties are nearly as common as baby showers. But unlike most baby showers, those who throw them seem...
Watch Lisa’s journey to becoming a professional nanny
Professional theater? Caring for children? Lisa didn’t have to choose — she’s combined her passions into a career helping kids...
7 ways I’m a better parent with my third kid
I’d be lying if I said my first-born didn’t get significantly more undivided attention from me when she was a...
Viral letter to uninvolved dads asks: ‘Why are you here?’
For many moms, the hardest part of being a parent is not the lack of sleep, the busy schedule or...
Snapchat spider prank: Fun for kids or traumatizing?
Smartphones and apps have given parents tons of new ways to entertain kids, whether it’s letting them play a virtual...
7 things to never say to your strong-willed child (and what to say instead)
Having a strong-willed child can be a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, their seemingly relentless stubbornness...
10 ways to support your LGBTQ+ kid at family gatherings
Raising kids is tough work, in general. But if your child identifies in the LGBTQ+ community, it can bring...
Praise for moms is great, but here’s what’s even better
One popular trend that’s recently emerged in the online parenting world is the mom appreciation post. In these posts, dads...
Hospitals that push breastfeeding may be doing more harm than good
If you’ve given birth in the past two decades, you’re likely familiar with the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. This program, launched...
7 reasons going from 1 kid to 2 is the hardest transition
If I had to sum up, in a single word, what it’s like going from one kid to two, it...
Mom says she banned screens, and now her kids read all the time
For parents, screens can be a blessing and a curse. On one hand, they provide quick entertainment in a busy...
Finally, a debate question on child care: Here’s how candidates (and Twitter) responded
Despite the fact that there’s a child care crisis facing many families around the country, four presidential debates have been...
Parents spark debate with new blended last name for baby
Unique baby names are kind of the norm these days. It’s not uncommon to hear of kids named Abcde (pronounced...
Mom’s genius holiday wish list hack stops kids from begging for toys
As magical as the holiday season is, it can also be a stressful time for parents. The stores are stocked...
Listen up! Moms want to be in their family photos
Thanks to smartphones and photo apps, it’s easier than ever for parents to capture special moments with their kids. But...
Pregnancy amplified my workaholic tendencies, but here’s how I learned to chill
When I first found out I was pregnant, I went into overdrive. Wanting to earn more money and prove myself,...
Teacher shares hilarious texts from students assigned to care for ‘fake babies’
Being a parent is among the hardest jobs in the world, and what better way to teach that tough lesson...