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Viral TikTok: Still images of a mom explaining what it feels like to be the first mom in a friends group

Viral TikTok sheds light on the struggles of being the first mom in your friend group

Being a new parent is tough, but being the first mom in your group takes it to a whole new level of bravery.

Updated Dec. 11, 2024
Two still images of a mom explaining how to make babies less expensive

Motherhood of the traveling baby bins: How moms are turning hand-me-downs into community

Picture this: a group of moms with babies born just months apart, pooling their outgrown baby clothes into a series of well-organized bins.

Updated Dec. 11, 2024
Father daughter dance video TikTok

This grandpa has all of TikTok crying over a father/daughter dance—and we are not okay

In a viral video, we see a little girl get the father/daughter dance of her dreams, thanks to her incredible grandpa.

Updated Dec. 11, 2024
A UPS driver captured on a ring doorbell excited about snacks

UPS driver’s hilarious reaction to holiday porch snacks reminds us why small gestures matter

The video shows a UPS driver decked out in a holiday bauble headband, bringing not just packages, but also pure holiday joy.

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
Viral TikTok - Still images of a family celebrating the only grandchild

Viral TikTok proves families will do *anything* for their only grandchild

Here’s the setup: A high chair. A baby boy who can’t stop grooving. And a room full of adults who’ve decided that tonight’s main course isn’t spaghetti—it’s Pink Pony Club.

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
Three still images of a couple sharing their pregnancy announcement with the grandparents

“We’re pregnant in our 40s!”: Viral pregnancy announcement sparks conversation about motherhood later in life

The couple broke the big news to Scott’s parents through a clever pregnancy reveal using a lotto scratch-off ticket.

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
Viral TikTok: Three images of a mom explaining how she handles Christmas with 8 kids

Mom of 8 shares how she creates Christmas magic with fewer gifts—and no Santa

She’s raising eight kids (yes, eight!) and has mastered a Christmas system that’s both simple and sweet. 

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
Viral tiktok: A girl walking down the street without a coat

Mom’s viral video of her daughter’s coat refusal is parenting gold

Parenting is a constant juggling act: letting kids express their independence while silently hoping strangers aren’t judging you for their choices (or lack of a coat). 

Updated Dec. 09, 2024
viral tiktok - Sister meets her new sibling

Toddler meets baby brother for the first time—and instantly loses it

Sibling introductions can be a magical time for parents, but as one TikTok video hilariously proves, they can also be unpredictably funny and adorably chaotic.

Updated Dec. 18, 2024
8 year old being gift for mom after losing dad

After losing her dad, this 8-year-old’s holiday gesture will leave you in tears

While no child should have to carry the burden of such loss, their resilience and empathy often shine through in remarkable ways.

Updated Dec. 09, 2024
Dad experiencing mental load

Father of 3 realizes the true weight of his wife’s ‘mental load’ after 8 days alone with the kids

Thompson shared his realization in a heartfelt video after eight days of solo parenting. "I had no idea it felt like this," he admitted.

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
Stills from a TikTok video where a mom shares her elf on a shelf alternative

This mom’s low-maintenance Christmas hack Is the Elf on the Shelf alternative you’ve been looking for

Elf on the Shelf may be a modern Christmas classic, but let’s be real: not every parent has the time, energy, or creativity to stage elaborate scenes with a mischievous elf every night.

Updated Dec. 06, 2024
Viral Tiktok - Three images of a mom from a TikTok video

Is Santa a mom? A hilarious viral video makes the case

In a Viral Tiktok Caitlin Wilder (@wilderbeginnings), argues that the jolly guy in the red suit might just be the unsung hero of every household: a sleep-deprived mom.

Updated Dec. 06, 2024
Reddit AITA: A picture of a dad comforting his teen

Dad’s viral Reddit post reveals why setting boundaries to protect kids—even from toxic family dynamics—is so hard

Parenting often means walking a tightrope between maintaining family harmony and protecting your child’s well-being.

Updated Dec. 06, 2024
Heartwarming twin bond - Twins reunite after spending time apart

Baby twins spend their first day apart—and their nighttime reunion melts hearts

Viral TikTok captures the inseparable connection between twins who frequently share a closeness that’s both fascinating and heartwarming to witness.

Updated Dec. 09, 2024
Instagram post - A dad combing his daughters hair

Dad breaks down in tears after hearing what teachers said about his 4-year-old daughter

Parenting is full of ups and downs, but every so often, a moment comes along that stops you in your tracks and reminds you why this job is the most important one in the world. 

Updated Dec. 05, 2024
Wicked viral lyrics

Mom’s viral rewrite of ‘Popular’ from Wicked is the empowering anthem we all need

Nika Diwa, a mom and content creator, rewrote the lyrics to deliver a more positive, empowering message for her young daughter.

Updated Dec. 05, 2024
Average home

TikTok’s ‘normal home’ trend is going viral—and it proves your ‘average’ house is actually amazing

Murphy’s video gained fresh traction recently as more creators are leaning into the trend of showcasing middle-class homes. Murphy, a mom and self-described “keeper of chaos,” walked viewers through her perfectly imperfect middle-class home. 

Updated Dec. 06, 2024
Stay at home mom viral TikTok

Husband says being a SAHM is ‘easy,’ so wife checks into hotel for 24 hours to prove him wrong—and goes viral

Holly McBride shares how she walked out of her house at the crack of dawn and checked into a hotel for a much-needed break. The reason? Her husband told her that being a stay-at-home mom was “easy.” Spoiler: It’s not.

Updated Dec. 04, 2024
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