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Activities for a 5-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

From cooking to volunteering to fort building, your 5-year-old is eager to learn and help and play.

11 summer sandals that go with everything (and won’t hurt your feet)

No matter what your style or budget, there is a perfect pair of summer sandals out there for you.

Dad has the AUDACITY to ask his ex-wife to babysit his baby with new girlfriend—and Reddit went off

This story gives new meaning to the saying, "adding insult to injury."

PCOS and anxiety are often linked. An expert shares what to know

Women with PCOS are more likely to have anxiety and depression than those without the condition. Here’s what to know about the link and how to find support.

How do you teach kids about hope?

Research shows hope is the antidote to depression, anxiety and loneliness. An expert shares 5 habits to help boost kids’ mental health.

Is everyone else a better parent than me?

The comparison trap in motherhood can make you feel like you’re failing. But experts say with the right guidelines, a little social comparison can be a good thing.

Finding my meaning as a SAHM

Before I became a SAHM, I used to know the exact meaning of the word success.

Diary of an Honest Mom’s Libby Ward wants empowered moms to start prioritizing themselves

Stop apologizing for your kids

Kids will act out and exhibit age-appropriate behavior and this is nothing to apologize for.

Squishmallows are coming to McDonald’s Happy Meals, so get ready to hit up the drive-thru

Squishmallows have officially taken over just about everything now!

Rumer Willis describes the act of breaking her own water during labor: “I popped it”

She described the water bag as what felt like a "water balloon" with "tougher" exterior.

To my C-section scar: I hate you and I love you

I wish I hadn’t needed you, but I am thankful for you.

We love these supplements specifically designed for women’s health

From PMS to perimenopause: Her Own supplements help you own every stage of your wellness journey.

FDA finally sets limit on arsenic in apple juice

But critics say the guidance doesn’t go far enough.

Yes, parenting is yoga

“We are practicing yoga every time we remember to take a deep breath during our child’s meltdown.”

This dad’s version of ‘gentle parenting’ is all about making his kids cringe—and it’s hilarious

"How do you feel about another child?"

Disneyland debuts their new Ariel princess—and fans are EMOTIONAL

The live-action story princess is giving classic Disney magic.

5 tips for raising a puppy with kids, according to a professional dog trainer

Create a more enjoyable experience for your family and successfully navigate the puppy stage with these tried-and-true tips.

The benefits of encouraging kids to embrace their differences

What if we taught our kids to look at their differences as a strength instead of a weakness?

5 easy yet effective postpartum strength-training exercises

Rebuilding and returning to fitness is a journey. Here's where to start.