Parents


16 People Who Discovered They Had A Secret Sibling Later In Life
All families have secrets. Some are bigger than others.

20 Unexpected Gifts From Target That Your Parents Will Love
And the favorite child award goes to...

I Conducted An Office Taste Test Of The Most Popular Boxed Cake Mixes, And The Winner Surprised Every Last One Of Us
"It tasted like a wet sponge that had been left in the Sahara Desert to dry."

25 Anonymous Secrets People Had To Get Off Their Chest This Year
"If my mom ever found out about my addiction, it would destroy her. I feel guilty about it every day."

Tell Me The Secret You're Keeping From Your Family That Would Have Them Absolutely Shook
Family doesn't need to know everything...

"I Could Only Call It Pandemonium": Adele Spoke About Her Rise To Fame And Finding Out She Was Pregnant After The Release Of "21"
"The real reason that I only have four albums, and I don’t think that many people know this, they might know that I have a child."

People Are Revealing The Shocking Things They Thought Everyone Knew, And I Guarantee A Lot Of These Will Be Enlightening To You
"Did you know the voice of Tony the Tiger is the same voice for the Christmas song 'You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch'?"

26 Gifts Under $30 That Are Perfect For Families So You Can Get Through Your List Faster And Stay On Budget
Give a gift the whole family will love, without breaking the bank.

26 Adults Revealed The Eye-Opening Life Lessons They Think Every Younger Person Should Know Before It's Too Late
"You'll spend every single dime trying to pay those bills, and when you turn around, you'll just have more bills. It never ends. So take the time to go out and have fun — it'll rejuvenate your spirit and make life so much happier."

40 Gifts For Your Mom That’ll Have Her Asking, “Where Did You Find That”
You know your gift is a huge success when mom asks where you found it.

Give The Gift Of Distraction To Parents With These 28 Toys Kids Will Love
There's nothing better than a toy that brings joy to kids *and* parents.

Tell Us How You Really Feel About Having Kids, Based On This Viral Definitive Checklist
I think I need to call my mother and apologize haha! *Cue existential crisis about being a woman*

People Are Sharing The 30 Most Dangerous Things They Did As Children That Makes Their Skin Crawl As Adults
"In middle school, I had a friend that showed us the 'pass out game.' She'd press on the carotid artery to make us pass out for, like, 15 seconds."

This 30-Year-Old's Unique Cooking Style Has Taken Over The Internet, And People Are Finding It Both Comforting And Confusing
"She's talking to me like she's told me this five times already and she's tired of having to tell me AGAIN."

Paris Hilton’s Therapist Asked Her If She Wants The Nanny To Be Her Baby Son’s “Primary Attachment Figure” After Calling Paris Out For Giving Up “Authority”
The confrontation occurred after Paris shocked fans by revealing that she didn’t change her son’s diaper herself until he was a month old.

Trader Joe's Just Released A Ton Of New Holiday Items — Here Are 32 You Should Stock Up On While You Still Can
Your holiday baking just got a serious upgrade...

28 Of The Best Nintendo Switch Games To Pick Up As Gifts This Holiday
Two wonderful new Mario games, a Lovecraftian fishing sim, and more great Switch titles they'll want to boot up immediately and spend hours playing.

Solange — And Her Son — Responded After She Was Accused Of Abandoning Him In 2014
"This is a lie lmao, y'all really need to get your own lives. It's sickening and scary that people sit online and do this," one fan tweeted.

Trust Me, These 20 Target Products Will Solve So Many Everyday Parenting Problems
It's time to make this whole parenting thing easier.

Nelly And Ashanti Are Reportedly Expecting Their First Baby Together, And They Seem Happier Than Ever
According to Us Weekly, the couple are expecting a child after hinting at a pregnancy during Nelly's Black and White Ball on Sunday.


People Are Talking About Kids Being "Diaper Trained" After Bachelor Contestant Bekah Martinez Said Her Newborn Is Potty Trained
"What if potty training a toddler is more work because they've been diaper trained?"

Reviewers Say These 27 Gifts For Kids Are Perfect Stocking Stuffers
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care with the most perfect stocking stuffers in there.

13 Men Shared Why They Don't Want Kids, And It's A Perspective I Don't Often See
"I’m not sure I’d be willing to put anyone else first."

I Can't Stop Laughing After Seeing What Kids Put Their Parents Through This Year
A moment of silence for all the things parents have endured this year.


39 Gift Ideas For Those Hard-To-Shop-For Teens In Your Life
TikTok-famous skincare, popular sneakers, AirPods, trendy room decor, and more things that might *actually* impress the teenager on your list.

People Are Sharing The Common, Everyday Items They Can No Longer Buy Since They've Gone Up In Price
"I saw gum for $6.49 at the gas station yesterday. Gum."

30 Gifts Under $50 That Are Perfect For Mom (And That You Still Have Time To Get)
Here to help you treat mom to the kind of amazing gift she deserves, while staying in your budget.

These Interesting, Wild, And Downright Fascinating Pregnancy Facts Blew My Mind
Okay but we need to know where a baby's wee goes during pregnancy though...

13 Anonymous Family Secrets That Would Cause Endless Drama If People Found Out
"I worry it would rip my family apart and leave me isolated."

This Is Why People Are Feeling “Sad” After Watching A Clip Of Paris Hilton Changing Her Son’s Diaper For The First Time
Suffice to say, Paris’s experience of parenthood isn’t quite the same as yours.

Play "Yay Or Nay" With These Child Bearing Opinions And I'll Give You A Compliment
"The epidural needle is massive."

26 Gifts For Kids That Are As Fun As They Are Educational
Look at you, a stealthy parent managing to sneak in some learning into your little one's playtime.

Nick Cannon Explained Why He Spends $200,000 A Year At Disneyland, And It's Certainly An Explanation
"I used to get that Disney bag."


37 Stocking Stuffers Your Kid Is Going To Love Just As Much As Their “Big Gifts”
Apologies if they drop their new Barbie Dream House for the Taylor Swift Little Golden Book.

36 Christmas Gifts For Dad He’ll Wanna Brag About
Sorry to your siblings because these gifts are gonna make you dad's favorite.

Just 40 Toys Your Kids Will Actually Play With More Than Once
Toys that'll keep them entertained are the best gift for everyone in the household.

43 Gifts For Your Kid That’ll Put Santa To Shame
Tell Santa to ~wrap~ it up, he won't be able to compete

7 Surprising Facts Housekeepers Often Learn About Their Clients After Stepping Into A Home
You probably reveal more to your housekeeper than you realize.

33 Toys And Games To Entertain Your Kids When They Can’t Go Outside And You Want Them Off Their Screens
When it's just too cold to play outside, these toys and games will come in clutch.

If There’s A Tiny Monster Living In Your House (aka A Toddler) You Might Want One Of These Products
Anything that'll help tame the beast, amiright.


35 Gifts Pre-Teens (Probably) Won't Roll Their Eyes At
As someone who was once an attitude-ridden tween, I can *almost* guarantee you that these gifts will put a smile on their face.

"I Was So Proud To Be A Girl In That Moment": Women Are Recalling The Times When Other Women Had Their Back, And It's So Incredibly Touching
"We made all of this happen in 48 hours. She lived there rent-free with her kids for a couple of months while she got herself together, and then she got her own place with her kids. When women come together to help other women, they are unstoppable."

20 Of The Best Gifts And Toys From Target For The Toddler In Your Life
Get ready to see that adorable toddler enthusiasm that comes with getting the perfect gift.

It Looks Like Bhad Bhabie Just Revealed She's Pregnant
Looks like there's about to be a new...bhabie on the way (sorry).

What Part Of Life In 2023 Just Isn’t As Good As It Used To Be?
Some things just aren't the same.

Tell Us About The Dangerous And/or Illegal Things You Did Growing Up That Would Never Fly Today
It's a wonder we ever made it to adulthood.

If You Only Learned About A Sibling Later In Life — What's It Been Like?
Someone's got some 'splainin' to do.

31 Comforting December Recipes That'll Help You Combat Those Winter Blues
Comfort food is an absolute must this time of year.

31 Products So Great Parents Have Basically Written Them Love Letters
Parents love their kiddos...but they love Silly Poopy almost as much.

Uzo Aduba Announced The Birth Of Her First Child, And Celebs Are Showering Her With Praise
Congratulations to the Orange Is the New Black alum!


35 Nostalgic Pictures That Perfectly Capture What Christmas Was Like In The 1980s For Elder Millennials And Young Gen X'ers
Back when burning your hand at some point on Christmas lights or decorations was part of the annual tradition.

Nail Experts And Dermatologists Are Sharing The Most Common Mistakes They See Their Clients Make
Okay, I didn't expect some of these.

15 Hard-To-Believe Facts About Life In The 1980s From Someone Who Lived Through It
The '80s were a very, very different time.

35 Disney-Themed Gifts Your Kid Will Love This Holiday Season
The Disney ILY 4EVER dolls are cooler than I'll ever be.

This Money Mistake Feels Like It's Saving You Cash, But It Could Be Costing You Instead
Personal finance experts explain this common budgeting trap and how to avoid it.

"Pretty Cheap And Very Fun": 21 Parents Shared Frugal Ways They "Treat" Their Kids Without Breaking The Bank
"When my kids were little (and we were very poor), we went on trips to the pet store to look at the animals. It was like a mini trip to the zoo. We would always buy a treat for the dog while we were there. An hour of entertainment for a few bucks."

"I’d Rather Not Get Anything": 20 Terrible Gifts That People Were Not Happy To Receive
"I assume someone returned it to Amazon, and they packed it up and sold it as new."

29 Insufferable Relatives Who Will Make You Long For The Holidays To Be Over
Is it even the holiday season if a younger cousin or nephew doesn't ruin one of your possessions?

30 Toys That'll Make Your Kids Smarter
Parenting hack: Boost their brains and keep 'em entertained at the same time.

Forget The Glass Ceiling, 'The Broken Rung' Is Why Women Are Denied Promotions
A new study finds Black women and Latinas in particular are the least likely to get that first promotion — and it’s not because they’re not asking for it.

46 Practical Gifts For Your Parents You Might Want To Buy Right This Minute
You'll finally be able to stake your claim as "the favorite."

Parents, Are You Using Gentle Parenting? We Want To Hear From You
Gentle parenting is all over social media, but we want to know how it's working (or not working) in your real life.

This Hospice Nurse Is Educating People About The “Actively Dying” Phase Of Death To Alleviate People’s Fears, And It’s Eye-Opening
"From my experience, the more we prepare ourselves, the more we know what it actually looks like, we alleviate a lot of that fear, and we can better be there for our loved ones."

30 Walmart Parenting Products That'll Make You Think, "Whoever Invented This Deserves An Award"
We all know parenting is tough enough — these products will help save time and frustration.

Mattel's Got Some Amazing Holiday Gifts This Year, And These Are 20 Of The Best Ones
Just reference this guide before you start your holiday shopping!

"The Savings Have Really Stacked Up": People Are Sharing The Lifestyle Changes That Helped Them Spend Less Money
"Nine out of ten times, I've been able to get the item for free."

"I Went From Living In A Mansion To Sleeping In A Car": 30 Ex-Spoiled Kids Reveal The Moment That Woke Them Up To Reality
"That was the day I realized I had to start figuring things out on my own and life would no longer be easy."

44 Toys And Gifts Reviewers Say Are Most Definitely Their Child's "Favorite"
These toys are approved by the toughest critics — kids.

People Are Revealing The Most "Regular" Thing Their Partner Ever Did That They Actually Found Extremely Hot
"For some reason, it really gets me going."

If You Rent Your Home, We Want To Hear About The Most Game-Changing (But Renter-Friendly) Upgrades You've Done
Renting doesn't mean you can't customize your space — so tell us how you've made your home your own.

"Children Shouldn't Have To Use Trauma As Fuel": Fans Are Defending Blue Ivy After Beyoncé Revealed She Saw The Negative Comments
"Folks really got on here talking about this child like she couldn't see it. I'm happy that Blue Ivy used it as motivation but children shouldn't have to use trauma as fuel when they should be allowed to just be."

People Are Sharing Family Secrets Revealed After Family Members Died, And Some Of These Are Pretty Wild
"What my poor father had found in the bedside table was a stack of cheesecake pictures — of his own mother."

If You Know *Nothing* About Kids But Have To Buy One A Gift, Check Out These 32 Parent-Approved Ones
No parenting experience required to win at choosing the perfect gift for the kid you know.

19 Outrageously Entitled Requests That Will Make You Lose Faith In Humanity
Imagine stealing someone's credit card, then asking them not to cancel the charges.

40 Products For Parents Who Barely Have Time To Sleep Let Alone Clean Their Home
Maybe with the help of these cleaning products you'll be able to squeeze in a nap of your own. Fingers crossed.

Someone Asked If They're Wrong For Letting Their Daughter Ride A Pony To School, And The Responses Made Very Valid Points
"Her mum looked at me with disgust and said, 'See, this is what happens when you have no self-awareness and bring a f— horse to a school.'"

38 TikTok Parenting Products You'll Be Running, Not Walking, To Buy
And whose to say scrolling TikTok can't be productive.

I Used To Work At Disney World, And Here Are 18 Tips Nobody Else Will Tell You
The best Disney trips are also the most efficient.

Parents Are Confessing Things They Hate About Having Kids That No One Talks About, And It's Eye-Opening
"I used to absolutely detest taking my kids to the park, and I couldn’t avoid it because we had to walk past it on the way home from school. Having to pretend to be interested when they show you that they can climb up two steps on the smallest slide in the world for the HUNDREDTH time that week when really you’d rather stick pins in your eyes, was always so hard."

28 Affordable Toys And Gifts That Look Much More Expensive
You don't have to break the bank to give your youngsters amazing gifts.

30 Things From Walmart That’ll Keep Your Kid Occupied On The Weekends
The weekend — that time when kids aren't in school and you have to keep them entertained.

"I Quit At That Moment": Teachers Who Quit Are Sharing The Moment They Realized It Wasn't For Them
"That's when I felt my insides turn dark and realized I was officially done. I left that day and never returned."

"It Was A Massive Waste Of Money": 22 Common Purchases And Projects That Homeowners Either Deeply Regret Or Totally Swear By
"If they're installed incorrectly, or if there's storm damage, they could leak and cause unexpected water and roof damage. They're just so annoying to have to deal with..."

"She Ate Her Turkey In Silence": People Are Sharing The "Trashiest" Things Their Family Members Have Ever Done On Thanksgiving
"Everyone froze in complete shock."

Is This The Worst Marriage Proposal Ever? This Woman Cannot Get Over How Terrible Her Fiancé's Proposal Was
"As a whole, we have a great stable relationship, but I can't move past my constant disappointment from his proposal..."

51 Toys That’ll Actually Make Kids Put Down The iPad
If their screen time is way longer than you want it to be, you should check out this list.

10 Things You Need To Know Before Black Friday And Pre–Black Friday Sales, According To A Consumer Savings Expert
Retail prices change a lot — but there are specific ways you can tell if you're really getting the best price.

"I Don’t Miss Her At All": People Are Sharing The "Final Straw" Moment That Caused Them To End A Close Friendship
"I can appreciate the great moments we had, and also decide what is best for me — which is closing that chapter of my life."

Are These Baby Names Cute Or Cringe? (Don't Worry, You Won't Hurt Anyone's Feelings)
It's time to find out!

"I Never Had The Chance To Be A Girl": 23 People Are Sharing The Hard Truths Of Being The First-Born In Their Family
"Being the oldest child is doing your best, but your best is never, EVER enough. You're the family therapist, peacekeeper, and spare parent all rolled in one."

32 Gifts For Kids That'll Win You Favorite Aunt/Uncle Status
An affordable light up drone — pshh, tell the other aunts and uncles to pack it up because you've got that favorite title in the bag.

The First "Love Is Blind" Baby Is On The Way
"We planned this. We had actively been trying, but it was definitely a surprise."

If You’re Guilty Of Any Of These Common Turkey-Cooking Practices, Food Safety Experts Say You Should Stop
Food safety experts say that stuffing should always be cooked separately. Here's why.

"It's The Biggest Regret Of My Life": People Are Sharing The Eye-Opening Advice That Every Younger Person Should Know, And It's So Enlightening
"In many ways, I feel like I wasted my 20s and 30s not experiencing love and not being honest about who I am. So, don't waste 20 years of your life trying to please other people."