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Dad hears “I think it’s my period”—what he does next builds trust at home

One tiny moment, one calm dad, and a powerful lesson in how to turn a child's anxiety into a chance to build trust

9 store-bought dips that transform dinner battles into dipping parties

Tap a $8 “sticker,” and chores check themselves off—moms are loving this NFC trick

One tiny sticker, a little tap of your phone, and a whole lot of mental load off your plate

Undercover ‘grandparents’ turn a school lunch into a core memory

Parents disguise as grandparents for a core memory

7 ways to raise curious kids who question everything (in the best way)

In a world where facts seem increasingly negotiable and science is treated like just another opinion at the dinner table, raising critical-thinking, curious kids has never been more important.

Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

The pre-portion hack: Easy smoothie recipes for maximum lazy mornings

The best part is there are no rules. Everyone gets what they want and nobody has to think at 6:30 AM.

Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Kid says the bathroom window is ‘watching’—dad’s reveal has parents cracking up

Even babies can spot a “face” in the shadows—sometimes their imagination sees more than meets the eye

How parenthood transforms your marriage—the Freemans on connection, intimacy, and rebuilding after hard seasons

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Science-backed solutions for hot sleepers (that don’t involve sleeping in the freezer)

Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

The 18th birthday morning becomes a childhood time capsule—made by a big sister

Small, symbolic acts like revisiting old toys or making a playlist of family songs can help a teen feel seen and celebrated without requiring a big budget.

Shoppers stop as a toddler runs in for a hug—and an aisle turns into a smile line

A one-year-old’s spontaneous aisle hug spreads joy, sparks smiles, and reminds us how to teach kids kindness with consent.

15+ creative ways to use Trader Joe’s Everything Bagel Seasoning that kids will love

Everything Bagel seasoning isn't just a millennial food trend—it might actually be the perfect gateway seasoning for kids of all ages.

Beyond the Blue: Why the New Smurfs Movie’s Message About Being Different Is Perfect for Today’s Kids

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.