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How to turn Halloween into a fun-filled cooking adventure with your kids

TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

This school’s “un-fundraiser” is giving parents a reason to breathe easier

Parents everywhere are cheering for this genius “un-fundraiser” — no bake sales, no raffles, no guilt trips. Just a simple, sanity-saving way to support schools without losing your mind (or your weekend)

What happens when a mom finally stops cleaning long enough to go for a run

This mom’s viral TikTok proves it’s okay to skip the spotless house for a run—because your health matters more than temporary tidiness.

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Shonda Rhimes finally admits what every working mom knows

Shonda Rhimes finally ditched the myth of ‘having it all’ and gave working moms everywhere permission to embrace the messy, beautiful reality of parenthood

This mom’s take on ‘flexible’ jobs is hitting a nerve with working parents everywhere

Working parents, ever feel like your “flexible” job actually means 24/7 parenting? This viral TikTok perfectly captures the juggling act no one warned us about

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Nara Smith welcomes her fourth baby—and reminds us why her version of motherhood feels like a fairy tale

For fans of Smith, this moment is less about breaking news and more about inhabiting a carefully curated world.

What parents need to know about the Education Department layoffs—and how they could affect kids with disabilities

While the numbers might sound abstract, the impact is personal.

The 5 baby signs every parent should teach at mealtime, according to a speech expert

Mealtime is secretly one of the best times to help your little one learn to communicate.

Turn your food into decor: Baby shower station ideas that work double duty

A well-styled mimosa bar or parfait station does the work of decor, entertainment, and food all in one setup.

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

A 3-year-old’s reason for watching her dad’s workout has every girl dad laughing—and slightly bracing for the future