I’m an Introvert, My Child’s an Extrovert — Here’s How I Make It Work
When my daughter “Bean” was small, it appeared as though we were going to have one very important trait in...
Kids health & safety
Visit the Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny at Malls Across America
There’s plenty of things to love about Easter: baskets filled with candy, hidden eggs and getting your picture taken with...
Volunteers Cradle, Console Babies at Nebraska Hospital
A group of volunteers are spreading their love and care to babies at the Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska....
13 Reasons Why is No Chicken Soup For The Teenage Soul
I have never heard the phrase “high school” said without an accompanying eye roll, or disdainful shaking of the head....
Would You Fund a Friend’s Maternity Leave?
Parental leave in the United States is broke, and thousands of new parents aren’t waiting for government to fix it....
Treat Yourself: 11 Ways Moms Can Pamper Themselves on a Budget
As moms, we tend to run ourselves ragged trying to be everything to everyone – so much so that we...
Why We Should Let Our Kids See Us Fail
I’m a big believer in failure. As parents — and even as babysitters, nannies, really anyone who cares for children...
Couple Has 3 Sets of Twins…With the Same Birthday!
Carrie Kosinski said she always dreamed of having a large family, so she and her husband were crushed when they...
Update: Michael Bublé’s Son Is Cancer-Free!
In a recent public appearance, Michael Bublé’s wife Luisana Lopilato revealed positive news about their 3-year-old son’s battle with cancer. While promoting...
Mom Gives Birth to Nearly 14-Pound Baby — Without an Epidural
A woman from Melbourne, Australia, stunned doctors when she gave birth to a nearly 14-pound baby boy without an epidural. Natashia...
Here’s How to Throw the Perfect Gender Reveal Party
Throwing the perfect gender reveal party may seem like a daunting task at first, but — believe it or not...
Should You Tell the Kids About Your Partner’s Infidelity?
Affairs happen. We all think we’re immune to it, but sadly, we’re not. According to the American Association for Marriage...
Kelly Clarkson Gave Her Daughter Nutella and the Internet Shamed Her
Kelly Clarkson recently shared an adorable video of her daughter, River Rose, snacking on Nutella toast for the first time....
8-Year-Old Drives to McDonald’s After Watching YouTube Tutorial
An 8-year-old boy hit the open road in search of a cheeseburger after using YouTube to learn how to drive...
10 Tips for Fighting Pollen That You Probably Didn’t Know Before
Spring is a beautiful time of year. The sun is finally shining, the snow is finally melting, and the kids...
Chris Pratt Posts Sleep Struggles While Traveling With Toddler Son
Chris Pratt always seems to perfectly document life in a hilarious way through his Instagram posts. (My personal favorites are his...
The 7 Best Restaurants to Watch Pittsburgh Sports With Your Kids
Sports in Pittsburgh are unlike anywhere else. I know everyone says that about their town, but it’s really true. With...
Officer Pulls Over Boy in Toy Truck for ‘Going Too Fast’
A 3-year-old Alberta boy and his trusty sidekick, Lacey, a miniature Pomeranian, were busted by the police for speeding — behind...
Elizabeth Smart Debuts Her New Bundle of Joy on Social Media
Elizabeth Smart is a mom again! The abduction survivor took to Instagram on Easter Sunday to share a photo of...
How I Faced New Motherhood With Postpartum Depression
What Did I Do? I think it was about a month in when I sensed that something was wrong. It’s...
Four Ways to Trick Your Kids Into Telling You About Their Day
Maintaining an open dialogue with our children is a priority, but it’s not always easy to get information out of...
Picture Perfect: Marine Dad Joins Daughter for Enchanting Tea Party
Lizette Porter knows how much her husband, Keven, means to their little girl, Ashley. So she set up a very...
Advice for a New Mother: A Letter to My 29-Year-Old Self
Dear 29-year-old me, You just had a baby. Congratulations! You’ve got quite an exciting time ahead of you. Over the...
7 Places to Explore During Your Pittsburgh Staycation
The Steel City serves up a lot of options for fun and adventure close to home. I grew up in...
RECALL ALERT: Frito-Lay Jalapeño Chips May Contain Salmonella
Heads up, parents: If you’ve stocked the pantry with Frito-Lay’s potato chips recently, you may want to take a second...
How Single Moms Can Nurture New Relationships, But Still Keep the Kids First
You’re divorced from your kids’ father and in a new relationship. You want this one to work out. You want...
Nick and Vanessa Lachey Discuss ‘All Hands on Deck’ Parenting Style
Despite their celebrity status, Nick and Vanessa Lachey are a lot like us when it comes to parenting their three...
Mom Develops App to Help Prevent Hot Car Deaths
Florida mom Eryn Vargo decided to create Baby OK, an app that serves as an “accountability partner for the hectic...
RECALL ALERT: Osprey Child Backpack Carriers Pose Fall Hazard
CORTEZ, Colo. — More than 87,000 child backpack carriers are being recalled after two children suffered injuries from falling out of...
‘Superhero’ Godmother Is Perfect Donor for 8-Month-Old in Need of Life-Saving Organ Transplant
Eight-month-old Finn O’Sullivan was in dire need of an organ transplant to save his life, but after several failed matches the...
Record-Setting Baby Boy Weighs in at Nearly 14 Pounds
Valentino Francisco Corsetti is just a few days old and he’s already breaking records. The newborn is one of the...
How to Present and Promote Your Business Online
In today’s world, finding a business that fits your needs is usually just a few keystrokes away. But when you’re...
You Need to Watch Kraft’s Hilarious ‘Swear Like a Mother’ Ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV-opIMAtD4 A study by Kraft Macaroni & Cheese revealed that 74 percent of moms admitted they have sworn in front of...
How to Foster Healthy Separation in Children
Does your child cling on to you for dear life when you have to leave? Are there tantrums...
Birthday Bonanza: Siblings, Born Over the Course of 11 Years, Share Consecutive Birthdays
Let the birthday festivities begin! A family from New York has quite the coincidental birthday lineup — and lots of celebrating...
This Common Bathroom Item Is Sending Kids to the Emergency Room on a Daily Basis
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Parents, you may want to keep cotton swabs out of reach of little hands. A new study says...
The 7 Best Kid-Friendly Breweries in Burlington
Whether you have babies, young kids, or teenagers in tow, taking the family into a bar atmosphere is no longer...
7 Places to Get Homemade Ice Cream Around Pittsburgh
The ’Burgh is loaded with plenty of great options for amazing ice cream, homemade with lots of love. Summer is...
Police Officer Saves the Day for Boy in Need of Kidney Transplant
A Wisconsin police officer is doing more than just protecting and serving her local community. She’s helping to save a...
Must-Read for Parents and Caregivers: How to Avoid Seed Ticks This Summer
If your family spends a lot of time outdoors, you’re probably already aware of ticks. This summer, one mom from...