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Why routines are the key to a happy, thriving family

Routines eliminate power struggles, because you aren’t bossing them around—SOLD!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Mattel launches first hijab-wearing Barbie, inspired by an Olympian

The doll is part of Mattel’s “Shero Barbie” line of dolls based on real, inspirational women.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Kelly Clarkson on ‘rising above’ the bullies—both for moms + children

The star wants to protect her children from everyone and everything that could hurt them but knows they will meet mean kids along the way.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Viola Davis is teaching her daughter an incredible lesson about self-acceptance

“You can be Wonder Woman, but you gotta be Wonder Woman with your hair. You can be Elsa, but you gotta be Elsa with your hair.”

Updated Dec. 18, 2021

How to help boost the bond between your partner and your kids

Dad is going to love this card we’re making for him with Cheerios and glue!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Marry the man who will be the best father to your children

To the one who is always giving me more reasons to fall in love with him, again and again.

Updated May. 19, 2022

Dear husband, I know you’re stressed, too

In so many ways, you are the unsung hero in our family.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Mama, you make it look easy (but we both know the truth)

You’re not some perfect mother robot. And I know that. Because neither am I.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Former ‘Bachelorette’ Emily Maynard gives birth to new son—adding a fourth to her brood

Another boy for Emily Maynard makes this former Bachelor star mom to three under three. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Kim Kardashian West accidentally reveals baby #3’s gender

Kim wasn’t worried about her oops and moved on with a laugh, revealing that North is super excited to be a big sister.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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More stores are staying closed on Thanksgiving this year

We couldn’t be more grateful for this shift from consumerism back to the true meaning of the holiday.

Updated Dec. 09, 2021
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Best plants for baby brain

5 low maintenance plants that are perfect for pregnancy and beyond.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

It’s Science: Why your kids are obsessed with those unboxing videos on Youtube

What is it about these clips that make them so mesmerizing for kids?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Kim Kardashian West opens up about the challenges of surrogacy

“Knowing that I was able to carry my first two babies and not my baby now, it’s hard for me.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Everything you need to know about creating the perfect family holiday card

Every year, right around this time, a creeping feeling of dread starts to wash over me. Because it's time for... the family Christmas card.

Updated Nov. 15, 2017
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