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Why some parents don’t want to test their kids for COVID-19

They're trying to avoid closing schools and shutting down sports.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Ryan Reynolds on being a girl dad: ‘I love every second of it’

"I have three daughters, which I never in a million years would imagine."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
two kids reading a book together in bed

The ultimate list of holiday books for kids of every age

Stocking-sized readers for every little book lover.

Updated Dec. 15, 2021
little boy kissing mom on the cheek

How should stay-at-home parents save for retirement?

Experts share how to save for retirement as a SAHM, even if you haven't started yet.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

Mandy Moore says ‘This Is Us’ is preparing her for motherhood

"I feel like I'm as pseudo-prepared as I can be."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

My mother gave me permission to embrace the grief and glory of my adoption

She taught me that "real" is not a word that is reserved for blood relatives or love relatives. Real is whatever the Adoptee wants it to be.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
picture of a screened in porch

5 easy ways to make your backyard a winter oasis

Here's how to upgrade the cozy factor in your backyard.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022

The Elf on the Shelf is quarantining this year

Even the elf can help fight COVID-19.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
woman standing in front of wallpaper wearing a matching shirt

I wallpapered our house and I have no regrets

It's the home edit this year was asking for.

Updated May. 23, 2022

Your biggest questions about fibroids and pregnancy, answered

4. "Fibroids were found on my ultrasound—what now?"

Updated Nov. 13, 2020

This resurfaced letter from Joe Biden to his staff is giving working parents hope

During his days as Vice President, Biden had a 'family-first' policy for his team

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ husband quits his job to support her full-time

"I'm not overly political. I'm overly her husband."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

No, my baby isn’t manipulating me—he needs me

My 'terrible' baby isn't terrible at all. He just needs his mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Researchers are working on a kid-friendly nasal vaccine for COVID-19

The research is optimistic—and comes at a time when we desperately need good news when it comes to fighting COVID-19.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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