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20 old-school family entertainment ideas to do instead of screen time

If you're struggling to find fun activities for your kids to do when they're bored, we've got you, mama.

4 key steps to create a Montessori nursery

The Montessori approach views the baby's first room as not only a fun space to personalize, but also an important environment that can help shape your baby's first experiences in the world.

30+ essential board books for baby’s first year

Classic and new titles that will take you from baby's first day to their first birthday.

Dr. Fauci on the timeline for vaccinations for kids under 12 + why pregnant and breastfeeding women should get vaccinated

"We need to get rid of the false impression that it's OK for kids to get infected. It isn't," Dr. Fauci told us in an interview.

Baby’s first Halloween costume: 45 sweet ideas to try

These baby costumes are almost TOO cute.

25+ family Halloween costume ideas

Because dressing up isn't just for kids!

Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk relationship is #CoparentingGoals

"He's a full-on, hands-on dad—no nanny. Lea went on holiday with him for almost two weeks [and] I didn't call them once," Shayk says.

Manager’s viral post about flexible working hours is making moms feel seen

Because life happens whether you're on the clock or not.

90 baby names for your little dynamo born during Sagittarius season

Those born under this sign are described as generous, adventurous and funny.

18 kids’ pajama brands that we’d buy over and over again

Bonus points: They won't shrink or fade over time.

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Kristen Bell and Jackie Tohn on friendship and the art of the “sneak teach”

Kristen Bell and Jackie Tohn have been best friends since they met as young singers and actors more than 15 years ago. Now, they are collaborating on a new Amazon Original animated kids series — Do, Re & Mi — which premieres this week. Liz checked in with them to talk about the universal power of music, why they want to "sneak teach" music to your kids, what their collective village looks like, and why close friendships are so important for both kids and parents.

13 useful baby products to leave at grandma’s house

You'll even want two of these so you can keep one at your own place, mama!

The ParentPal App Is Taking The Guesswork Out of Your Baby’s Development

10 ways to strengthen your kids’ mental health

Now that school is back in session, there are new stressors to manage. Here's how to deal, mama.

Parents are lying to get COVID-19 vaccines for their kids, and the FDA wants it to stop

In a new statement, the FDA warns parents about the risks of vaccinating early.

How much sleep does a 5-month-old baby need?

Here's a sample schedule of what you can expect from your growing baby.

How much sleep does a six-month-old baby need?

Sleep tips for a baby who's growing fast, including an ideal schedule.

How much sleep does a 7-month-old baby need?

All your questions about your baby's sleep needs at this age, answered, with tips from a sleep consultant.

How much sleep does an 8-month-old baby need?

Expert advice for your 8-month-old's sleeping schedule, plus tips.