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little girl wear a swim vest outside a pool

5 toddler swim vest safety tips parents need to know

Here's what a swim safety expert wishes more parents knew about floaties, swim vests and water wings.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022
woman taking a selfie wearing a tie-dye sweatshirt

Tie-dye is making a comeback—here’s how to wear it, mama

Everything that's old is new again.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
little girl spraying herself with a water hose

Your family’s ultimate summer bucket list: 50 activities to do with your kids on these long days ⛱

Here are all the slow, intentional experiences to have with your kids this summer.

Updated Mar. 23, 2022
dad holding baby in a pool

What is the right age to start swimming lessons? At a year old, say pediatricians

Plus, AAP recommended steps to reduce risk of childhood drowning.

Updated Jun. 16, 2022

Summer isn’t canceled

We only have 18 summers with our kids—we can't miss a single one.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
mom and kids cooking

15 no-cook dinners for hot summer nights

These dinner ideas will quickly become your family's favorites.

Updated Jul. 13, 2022
annoyed mama on a computer while kids play behind her

I’m so ready for school to start

I know I'm lucky to be at home with my kids right now and please, believe me, I am grateful, but dang, can a girl get some personal space?

Updated Jul. 08, 2022

There’s something magical about summer I want to hold onto all year long

Are you sad that summer is ending, mama?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This SAHD’s post about summer stress is going viral

It's making a lot of parents feel very seen.

Updated May. 20, 2022

Top 10 summer jobs for kids of all ages

This should be a positive experience for your child, not something they dread or view as a punishment.

Updated Jun. 13, 2023

One hour is all you need to create a summer your kids will remember ✨

It requires pretty much no planning or bucket list-making or thought, other than keeping your eyes open for opportunity.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
little boy sitting on the edge of a pool

This is why I share the story of my son almost drowning

Never in my life have I felt so much fear as I jumped in and pulled him out. He immediately started crying, thank God. I held him close to me and didn't want to let him go.

Updated May. 24, 2022

Mom-guilt season is upon us

Everyone except those of us who don't get a break.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Target has matching family swimsuits and we *need* them 😍

From classic gingham sets to tropical vibes, there's a match for everyone in the fam.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
summer newborn wearing flower crown- babies born in june

6 reasons why June babies are special

You may have a future Nobel Prize winner on your hands!

Updated May. 28, 2024
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