New baby, new city: a first-month plan to find your village
You just landed in a new city with a tiny human and a very real need for support. Here is a simple, judgment-free plan to build care, community, and confidence fast. New baby New city.
The ‘Jessica’ trick for toddler tantrums is all over TikTok — here’s what a pediatrician wants you to know
We asked a pediatrician to break down what’s really going on — and whether it’s worth adding to your rotation.
No craft supplies, no prep, no problem: 10 screen-free activities toddlers actually love
These are the 10 activities I actually used, repeatedly, during years of daily childcare.
Child-led play: Why experts say stepping back actually helps your kid learn more
When we constantly steer playtime, we may actually be getting in the way of the very skills we’re trying to build.
The sunscreen I buy in bulk that works for my entire family
It glides on like a lightweight lotion and doesn't leave a white cast.
My son was denied access at school—now the system that protects him is being gutted
No parent wants to file a civil rights complaint. We simply want our children to learn, grow, and belong.
This DIY tablecloth playhouse put our expensive fort-building kit to shame
We made it two years ago and it's still going strong.
This customizable flowchart helps my kids manage their own screen time
It’s the most thoughtful, collaborative, and well-organized approach we’ve ever tried.
This screen-free handheld device helps my son self-regulate
Watching him turn to his Moonbuddy in moments when he’s feeling frustrated, upset, or burned out at the end of a school day is incredibly gratifying.
Mom, your tween is watching your eyebrows: 10 things to make sure they learn
Your tween is reading your face more than your rules. Model these everyday lessons at home so they pick up skills they can actually use with friends, teachers, and themselves.
9 ways to keep tween communication open at home
You do not have to fix the friend drama to be a steady home base. These simple habits keep the lines open so your tween feels safe talking to you.
9 ways to help your tween navigate friend groups
Tweens care deeply about where they fit. These simple, research-informed strategies help your child read friend dynamics, choose healthy connections, and feel confident in their own skin.
When your tween or teen stops sharing: how to stay connected without prying
Your teen going quiet can sting. Here is a gentle, practical playbook to rebuild trust, spark conversation, and keep your relationship close without pushing too hard.
Uuoeebb infant walkers recalled after failing federal safety standard
This recall was previously issued as a Product Safety Warning (26-080) on November 6, 2025, and has now been escalated to a formal recall.
Primark recalls Little Bear 2-pack soother clips due to choking and laceration hazards
Primark is recalling about 1,330 Little Bear 2-pack Soother Clips after reports that the wooden button can come off, exposing a sharp screw.
YCXXKJ baby bath seats recalled after failing infant bath seat safety standard
If you experienced a tip-over, defect, or near-miss with this (or any) bath seat, consider reporting it to the CPSC. Reports help identify patterns and can speed up safety actions.
A popular magnetic toy is being pulled from shelves―parents are urged to check their playrooms
CreateOn has recalled several Crayola pip Cubes sets after the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) found that the seams on the cubes can weaken.
The unseen labor of baby sleep training
Getting a baby to sleep is not just about a schedule or a method. It is a marathon of decisions, logistics, emotions, and middle-of-the-night math that rarely gets noticed
9 signs your child may need more sleep (and what to do)
Here are clear signs your child is running low on sleep, plus simple ways to begin tonight to improve.
3 strategies parents use to get their baby to sleep; the easier alternatives
Some sleep “tricks” work in the moment but are hail-Mary moves. Here are sustainable swaps that protect your back, your sanity, and your baby’s sleep.
Don’t be afraid to vacuum during naptime—it promotes sleep resilience
Nap time does not need to sound like a recording studio. Predictable household noise can actually help babies and toddlers learn sleep resilience.
The science behind swaddle blankets–useful for baby’s sleep routine
Swaddle blankets soothe the startle reflex, support regulation, and make bedtime more predictable. Here's how to swaddle safely, and when to transition out.
3 “supermom” stories and the advice they offer to other moms
These three stories spotlight women who redefined what was possible for their families, and the practical wisdom they want every mom to have in her back pocket.
Grandpa skips to school with granddaughter to help single mom—and wins the Internet
In the TikTok video Samantha shared on her account, @samanthabrookex, she explains how her dad steps in on the days her mental health makes leaving the house difficult.
Amber Heard is expecting baby no. 2—redefining single motherhood on her own terms
This baby news comes as Amber continues to live life on her own terms after a tumultuous few years.
‘Am I enough?’: Jennifer Lopez reflects on raising twins and the realities of being a single mom
Parenting is no easy feat, and Lopez has navigated its highs and lows with the added challenges of a high-profile career and personal heartbreaks.
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Raising kids in the age of AI doesn’t have to feel like doom. Here’s why.
Civil rights attorney, Google alum, and mom of four Michele Jawando makes the case that parents are the most powerful force in shaping what AI becomes for the next generation.
1 in 5 moms are going hungry so their kids don’t have to
According to a nationwide poll, moms across the country are struggling to feed their families, and making sacrifices no mother should ever have to make.
The case for “good enough” parenting: Why doing less might be the smartest move you make
A growing number of families are loosening their grip in the name of sanity.
More than half of girls are scared of adulthood. As a mom, I get it — and I refuse to let that be the end of the story.
New data from Girl Scouts of the USA confirms what many of us feel in our bones: growing up feels terrifying right now. Here’s what we can actually do about it.
New baby, new city: a first-month plan to find your village
You just landed in a new city with a tiny human and a very real need for support. Here is a simple, judgment-free plan to build care, community, and confidence fast. New baby New city.
Nail-biting: Why is my child biting their nails: where to get help
Nail biting is common in childhood, but it can still tug at your worry. Here is how to understand the behavior, support your child with compassion, and know when to call in backup.
Adoption: Love in your adopted family is not fragile
Adoption is not a lesser kind of love. It is deliberate, hard-won, and deeply resilient. Here is a grounded, hope-filled reflection for any parent building family through adoption.
Why you don’t need to be a perfect parent, just a present one
You don't have to be a perfect. The myth of perfect parenting steals joy and creates pressure no family needs. Here is how to trade perfection for presence so you feel calmer and your child feels seen.
Mom turns 3-year-old’s tantrum into a valuable lesson on emotional regulation
Meltdowns are as inevitable as sleepless nights, but practicing co-regulation skills can help you get through them.
Surrogacy, explained with heart: building families through community
Surrogacy is more than a medical pathway. It is a relationship-centered way to grow a family. Here is what to know, how to start, and the support you deserve.
Baby starting solids? 5 safety checks parents forget. Do the easy ones first
You do not need a perfect feeding plan to start safely. Run these quick checks in order, starting with the easiest, so you can focus on connection instead of worry.
Bedtime battles? Try these 10 connection-first phrases before lights out
Try these 10 connection-first bedtime phrases to reduce pushback, ease worries and help kids drift off feeling safe and loved.
A moment during bath time made one mom pause—and she didn’t shake it
There was no pain. No panic. Just a detail that didn’t line up with what Nicole knew to be normal for her daughter.
A grandma’s Christmas choice is making parents rethink what kids actually need
Kids may not remember every holiday morning. They may not recall who gave what or when. But adults remember who helped them feel steadier as they stepped into independence.
The “barn kitty” debate is cracking parents up, and a 2-year-old’s argument is hard to beat
This is what empathy looks like at two. Immediate. Messy. Full of conviction.
A toddler’s calm “not right now” is giving parents the relief they didn’t know they needed
There is no meltdown. No explanation. No hesitation. Just a clear decision followed by rest.
If you want your kids to feel confident about money, start with these simple phrases
You do not need to be wealthy or an expert to raise money-confident kids. The goal is not accumulation or mastery, and it’s normal for kids to not always get the lesson the first time.
You don’t have to create perfect memories. Your kids remember how care feels.
You realize that your child’s memories are forming quietly, without announcement, while you are just trying to get through the day.
A quiet pause at McDonald’s revealed something many parents recognize only later
The kids were excited about their boxes. That part made sense. The moment seemed complete. Except it wasn’t.
The quiet Christmas shift every parent eventually feels
Not the last Christmas. Not the end of magic. Just the year when your child starts seeing things a little differently.