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Calling all parents who need a laugh break, hacks and advice you'll actually use, and the viral stories you'll hear about at the school drop-off. Consider us your go-to playdate friends!
*I* Want These 28 Things Thanks To Hanging Out With My Parent Friends (And I'm Guessing *You* Will, Too)
Kids have more fun, that's a fact. It's time we adults see why their stuff brings so much gosh darn joy and get them for ourselves.
Here Are 13 Intriguing DNA Secrets Parents Kept From Their Kids Until Everything Blew Up In Their Faces
"A girl in my class found her birth certificate a few days before a class trip. The man listed on there as her dad was not the one she knew as her dad. She told no one, and had a breakdown on the trip (I found her sobbing in a basement bathroom)."
27 Problem-Solving Products From Amazon Every Toddler Parent Probably Needs
In this post: How to make the terrible twos a little less terrible.
People Are Sharing The Weirdest "What Did They Just Do?" Moment In Their Relationship, And Some Of These Are Wild
"A guy I met online sent me a small care package including a 'painting' that was just an impression of his hand. I thought it was cute and sweet, and I sent him a picture of me putting my own hand over it. He got REALLY upset that my hand was bigger than his and stopped talking to me."
Teyonah Parris Said She's Very "Intentional" About Wearing Her Natural Hair In All Of Her Projects
“If that’s curly hair, kinky hair, whatever that is, I want to be a part of normalizing our existence as it is.”
Women Are Revealing Their "Money-Saving Hacks," And I Honestly Never Thought Of, Like, 50% Of These
"After seeing all my colleagues getting leveled up, I advocated for myself and was denied. I jumped ship for 30% more, then got a promotion that makes almost twice as much."
4 Simple But Effective Steps You Should Already Be Taking To Check For Bedbugs While Traveling
Bedbugs don’t necessarily mean a place is dirty. You could stay in a $2,000-a-night hotel and sleep in a bed with bedbugs because of the person who stayed there before you.
"Girlllllll F*ck Them Kids And F*ck You" — This TikTok Of A Woman Refusing To Give Her First Class Plane Seat Up To A Kid Is Going Viral
*sips champagne in between laughing* ... "NO"
21 Kids Who Are Making This Year Very, Very, VERY Chaotic For Their Parents
Kids do the darndest things.
33 Jobs People Really, Really Romanticized Until They Actually Worked Them
"Times used to be when you could live on residuals from shows you did. Those times are over, and that’s why we’re on strike."
15 "Red Flags" That Can Signal Someone In Your Life Is A Man-Child, According To People Who Know Them Very, Very Well
"Everybody but the man-child in question will notice it."
If You're Pregnant Or Plan To Be, Doctors Say This Stretching Technique Can Help Prevent Tearing During Childbirth
How am I just learning about this in my 30s?...
If You’re Traveling With A Toddler, Here Are 20 Things From Target To Buy ASAP
Once they can walk, vacations get a lot more interesting.
We Were All Pretty Dumb When We Were Kids, That's How It Works – Here Are 18 Stories To Prove It
"I once put my hand flat on an iron because I wanted to see if it was still hot."
17 Adults Are Recalling The Thing From Childhood That Felt Like "Hell On Earth," And A Lot Of These Will Make You Thankful You're Not A Kid Anymore
"It was as if someone wrote down my worst nightmare and was like, 'this is the perfect field trip!'"
47 Birthday Gifts Your Dad Might Actually Like For Once
Shopping for dads is always *so* difficult — luckily we're here to help.
Newlyweds LaKeith Stanfield And Kasmere Trice Welcomed A Baby Together
"We manifested this beautiful family."
"I Am Not The 'WE GOT FOOD AT HOME' Mom" — Thousands Of Parents Are Sharing The Little Things They Do To Break "Unserious" Generational Curses That Were Passed Down In Their Families
"I let my kids be grumpy or snarky in the mornings. 🤷🏻♀️ I’m not nice when I wake up either..."
Nurses Are Sharing The Final Words People Said On Their Deathbeds, And They Range From Heartbreaking To Hilarious To Profound
"Moments later, he asked if I could tell him it was ok to die."
A Viral TikTok Said Applying Sunscreen Was "Rubbing Cancer Into Our Skin" So I Asked A Dermatologist For The Truth
There's a lot more to it than you think.
This Woman Posted Her Salary For Every Job She's Ever Had On LinkedIn To Make A Point About Salary Transparency
"Salary transparency might feel like a taboo topic, but companies are already talking about our salaries behind closed doors. Let's continue that conversation with the doors open so everyone can participate."
Tiffany Haddish Just Opened Up About Her Fertility Struggles And Revealed That She's Suffered Eight Miscarriages
"I don’t want people saying, 'Are you OK? Are you all right?'"
"You’ll Transfer A Lot Of Harm Unintentionally To Your Kids": People Are Sharing Signs You're Not Ready For Parenthood
"You shouldn't become a parent if you obsess over having a cute baby without actually having any experience taking care of babies or kids. The cuteness does NOT fully compensate for the energy, time, patience, and unconditional love needed to properly raise a child. People see babies as objects or status and then get frustrated when they actually have to parent."
Teachers Who Quit Are Sharing The Moment They Realized It Wasn't For Them, And It's Much Darker Than I Anticipated
"At some point, you decide to save yourself — which is what I did."
Margot Robbie Pranked Her Babysitter By Faking Her Death — This Barbie Has A Wild Side
"[She] ran screaming from the house."
16 Things You'll Never Understand Until They Happen To You, Personally
"Growing up, I never understood why my dad would come home from work, sit in his recliner, and just stare at the TV. I’d think, 'there’s a whole world of fun things to do out there!"
17 Things To Do At Disney World That Nobody Talks About Because They Cost No Money
Tickets and a hotel room can add up, but here are some super fun things to do that don't cost a dime.
"It Cost $0 And Took 30 Seconds": Homeowners Are Revealing The Minimal-Cost Projects Around The House That Were Life-Changing In Every Way
"I did it five years after a $10,000 remodel, and it made more of a difference than the remodel."
16 Cool, Surprising, And Fascinating Things I Learned On My First Trip To Samoa (My Ancestral Homeland)
Samoa officially has the best poke in the world, and you can't change my mind.
This Mom Whipped Out Her Financial Spreadsheet To Show Her Kids Their Dad Wasn't Even Paying Child Support When He Lied About Paying For Their House — Now, She Wants To Know If She Went Too Far
"He has been pushing the narrative that without him and the money he gives me, we wouldn’t have the home. It’s so false."
27 Things Every Parent Should Always Keep In Their Car
Before you go for your next family drive, make sure you've packed plenty of snacks, a few bottles of water, and (more than) a few of these automotive must-haves.
22 Moments Where People Realized The Inevitable Had Happened And They Had Become Their Parents
"When I realized the only answer I can truly and honestly give my kids is: 'Because I said so.'"
Women Are Sharing Unexpected Things They Find Attractive In A Man, And Sheesh A Lot Of These Are Valid
"My partner has it — and it's so beautiful to me."
A 17-Year-Old Was Tasked With Taking Care Of Her Sister’s Kids On Vacation, So She Intentionally "Lost Her Passport," And Now People Are Applauding Her
"I went into my backpack and grabbed my passport. I put it in my sock. When we got to the international security, I couldn't find it...oh well."
25 Great Gifts From Target For Kids Who Have A Summer Birthday
Time to celebrate the kids who never get to bring birthday cupcakes to school.
Older Adults Are Revealing The Things They're Simply "Getting Too Old" To Deal With Anymore, And My Millennial Self Agrees With Every Single One
"Someone said 'no cap,' and I had no idea what that meant. I'm 35. I understand it now — but who comes up with this?"
Constance Wu Accidentally Revealed That She Gave Birth To A Baby Boy
"He's still a little nugget."
Women Are Confessing Their Best "Pick Me, I'm Not Like Other Girls" Story, And It Actually Says A Lot About Society
"My AIM name was deathtoall1991 because I wanted to be 'edgy' and 'cool.'"
People Are Sharing The Wildest Thing They've Ever Heard On A Plane, And Some Of These Made My Jaw Drop
"I was seated next to a woman and her boyfriend. They were going for a romantic getaway, and apparently, she decided that they weren’t having sex anymore until he married her. The boyfriend tried his best not to flip out, but you could tell he was very agitated. An hour later, we’re in the air..."
Travis Barker Revealed The Name He Wants To Give His Baby Boy, And His Daughter Alabama Doesn't Approve
His daughter Alabama definitely doesn't approve.
31 Parenting Products I Can Almost Guarantee You'll Regret Not Buying Sooner
You'll wish you had a time machine so you could've ordered these a long time ago.
"He Shushed Me After I Screamed, So I Cried Quietly": Women Share Medical Procedures They've Had To Get Without Any Numbing Or Pain Medication
"My husband — who'd been treated there before — actually said something to the doctor about not treating my pain. The doctor was 'offended' by the 'accusation.'"
A Boomer Dad Called His Son "Spoiled" Because The 23-Year-Old Says He Can't Throw A Wedding For Under $7,000, And He Needs A Lesson On Inflation
"I said my own wedding, after haggling and deals, only came out to around $7,000 so I do not think this is an issue. He argued against me and said that my wedding was 40 years ago and prices were different."
Surprise, Greta Gerwig And Noah Baumbach Not-So-Secretly Welcomed Their Second Child
"He’s a little Schmoo."
17 Boomer Things That Are Very Much The Equivalent Of Avocado Toast To Millennials
If you grew up with boomer parents, then you'll probably recognize a lot of these.
26 Must-Haves For Parents Planning A Beach Or Pool Day With Their Kiddos
Preparation is everything with kids — you've got this.
20 Baby Products From Target That Parents Absolutely Swear By
If even one parenting thing can be easier, count it as a win.
Women Are Sharing Their "I'm The Client, Not My Husband" Stories, And To Say I'm Fuming Is An Understatement
"The gynecologist wouldn't take my pain seriously when I couldn't walk unassisted — until my husband said we couldn't have sex."
Lindsay Lohan Has Welcomed Her First Child With Bader Shammas, And She Revealed The Baby's Name, Too
Lindsay previously talked about her preparations for being a parent, and now the moment has arrived.
If You Have A Toddler In Your Life, Here Are 30 Things From Walmart You'll Want To Buy ASAP
Wondering when the heck your bb turned into a toddler...these products can help make that transition easier.
If You Spent Years Convinced You Didn't Want Kids, Tell Me What Ended Up Changing Your Mind
All the "you'll change your mind" folks out there, get your popcorn ready.
This Realtor's Viral Explanation Of Why It's So Hard For Millennials To Buy Homes Is 100% Correct
"Any time a millennial is trying to explain this to a boomer, they use the same example..."
I Can't Stop Cackling At These 33 Parents Who Prove Raising Kids Is 100% Not For Everyone
"most often it's cute when kids have alternative names for things. however my 8yo calling taco bell's cinnabon delights 'creamy balls' confirms that we are out of the cute-renaming-of-things stage." —@dadmann_walking
26 Toys To Help Keep Toddlers With Even The *Shortest* Of Attention Spans Busy
If it seems like your toddler is running a mile a minute, these products just might be the thing to keep them engaged long enough for you to catch your breath.
"No One Warned Me": Women Are Sharing The Perimenopause And Menopause Symptoms That Took Them By Surprise In Their 30s, 40s, And 50s
The average age of menopause is 51. However, estrogen can begin to decline years earlier, often in your 30s or 40s, resulting in perimenopause.
"It Saves Me Thousands Every Year": People Are Sharing The Budget-Friendly Grocery Hacks That Cut Their Costs Way Down, And They're Genius
"People who did not grow up poor don't seem to know this trick, but I promise anyone can learn it."
14 Screenshots Of Toxic Stepparents Who Even Cinderella Wouldn't Want As Her Evil Stepmom
"Your tattoo is causing marital distress."
Some People Don't Deserve To Be Parents, And Here Are 19 Unforgivable Examples To Prove It
"My mom said in family therapy that she didn't want to be there, and only came because she promised 'she'd never open up to me. I'm 30, and need to solve my own problems.' I was 'failing my kids as a mom' for 'not teaching them about god.' Fun times."
People Are Revealing What They Believe Is A HUGE Waste Of Money Even When Most People Don't Seem To Think So
"I think it tastes like someone spit into water, swished it around, and re-labeled it. I am not willing to die on this hill but I am staying here for a while."
Rich Parents Are Sharing The “Final Straw” That Made Them Cut Off Their Spoiled Kids Financially, And Wow
"I cut my son off. He went to college and failed all of his classes. My other daughter, who is older, tried to tutor him. He offered to pay her to stop, using my bank account."
Men Are Revealing Things That Really Frustrate Them About Other Men, And It's Pretty Unexpected
"By a remarkable coincidence, all their exes were the same.'"
A Mom Whose Marriage Is Stale Asked, "What Do You Do To Keep It Going, Make It Fun, And Don’t Get Bored Of Each Other?" Now Parents Are Flocking With Tons Of Helpful Suggestions On Keeping Romance Alive After Having Kids
"Heavy emphasis on 'don't talk about the kids.' Nothing kills a date like talking about small children the entire time..."
Here's What 21 Celebrities Pay For Monthly Child Support Payments, And Some Of These Amounts Are Truly Unexpected
That's quite a chunk of change, Kelly Clarkson.
People Are Sharing Telltale Signs That Someone Grew Up Poor, And They're Spot On
"I never saw it as strange until my husband asked why I was doing that."
Naomi Osaka Just Shared The First Photo Of Her Newborn Daughter, And She's Already A Tennis Princess
"Well that was a cool little intermission."
9 Celebrity Parents Who Have Made The Decision To Keep Their Children Private, And 6 Who Love To Share Photos Of Them Online
Did anyone else not realize that Anne Hathaway had children?
21 Critical Things Moms Need To Know Before Raising Boys, According Men Who Grew Up With Single Moms
"Just because a boy in puberty closes his bedroom door does not mean it's automatically masturbation time..."
15 Hidden Gem Travel Destinations Across America That Aren't Overly Crowded Or Expensive, According To Frequent Travelers
"I fell in love with it and am going back this summer. I'd move there if I could."
Darius Jackson Opened Up About Insecurities He Dealt With After Going Public With Keke Palmer
"It was definitely overwhelming and intense at first."
28 Photos Of Nostalgic Late-'90s Teen Girl Things That Will Be Instantly Recognizable To Old Millennials
This post is "sponsored" by Bath & Body Works' Cucumber Melon scent and butterfly hair clips.
I'm A 37-Year-Old Breast Cancer Survivor, And My Red Flag Symptom Wasn't A Lump
We all know that a lump in the breast is the classic red flag sign, but that's not what prompted me to get checked out.
Emily Blunt Doesn't Want To Miss Any More Important Moments In Her Daughters' Lives, So She's Taking A Break From Acting
"I just felt that in my bones."
Naomi Osaka And Her Boyfriend Cordae Have Officially Welcomed Their First Child
Naomi announced her pregnancy back in January.
This Dad Wants To Know If He's Wrong For Financially Cutting Off His Child A Year After They Graduated College, And People Have A LOT Of Thoughts
"I bought them a car as a graduation gift and have been paying for the insurance and maintenance. I’ve also allowed this child to use my account at the grocery store. I’ve also been paying my child’s $5,000 a month apartment rent and utilities since last year, and now their lease is coming up and they want to resign it."
"I'm With Boomers On This One": 26 People Shared Things Older Generations Got Absolutely Right
"The music in some restaurants is just too damn loud."
"It Soothes My Brain": People Are Sharing Small Habits They've Adopted When Traveling That Have Made Their Experience That Much Better
"Doing this helps me board quickly and keep track of the little stuff."
People Are Revealing The "Dead Giveaway" Signs That Someone Is A LOT Smarter Than They Let On
"You're making a point while throwing a negative filter over it — it's a bit like writing on a mirror with rotated handwriting."
"Life Isn't About That": Millennials And Older People Are Sharing The "Hard Truths" They Believe Gen-Zers Need To Hear
"They stack up and you'll feel more confident when you do what you have to do, no matter how you're feeling."
This Boss Feels So Entitled To Employees' Time That She Thinks Going Out On A Saturday Night Is "Unprofessional"
"I had a boss who used to call me during my off hours. Next time I submitted payroll, I included those after hour work calls. Guess what... he never called me outside of work again."
These 20 Target Products Are So Good They’re Basically Parenting Cheat Codes
These gadgets and gizmos are really going to up your parenting game.
30 Walmart Parenting Products Destined To Become Your New BFF
It might be strange to call Magic Erasers your best friend since they won't drink mimosas with you, but they will get the crayon off your walls.
Keke Palmer Opened Up About Feeling More "Powerful" In Her Body After Having Her Baby, And It Makes Me Even More Frustrated That She Got Mom-Shamed
"I think before I even had the baby, I was really actually quite self-conscious."
5 Very Doable Tips And Strategies For Keeping Your Grocery Budget As Low As Possible (Now That The Cost Of Food Is At An All-Time High)
"Up until recently, I was saving a ton of money. Like, I'd easily slash $1,000 in dining expenses every single month by cooking instead of dining out. Now, inflation is killing me with these grocery prices. I could order takeout every night of the week and probably break even with what I'm paying for groceries these days, and I'd save time and effort by doing so..."
22 Screenshots Of Mommy Facebook Group Madness That'll Make You Audibly Gasp
I'm at a complete loss for words.
People Are Sharing The Hard Realities And Secrets Of Being A Parent, And I've Never Thought About These
"The most important thing you can do is care. Kids aren't raised in the big moments, they're raised in the small ones."
32 Hilarious Viral Tweets By Parents That Made Me Howl With Laughter
"After two days of refusing to go to the beach, my 3-year-old wordlessly walked off the property, across the street, & onto the beach. I followed. She stopped at the shore, gazed at the ocean, then quietly said 'ok I go back now' & turned & went back inside" —@KCDavisSays
A Woman Made A Never-Ending List Of All The Reasons Why She Never Wants Kids And It's Become One Of The Biggest Viral Trends I've Seen To Date
A uni-hole is really not something I wanted in my vocabulary...ever.
People Are Sharing The Reasons They Don't Have Children, And It Just Might Change Your Perspective On Things
"I don't have the patience to deal with a kid all the time. Don't get me wrong, kids are amazing, but when they're someone else's and not when I'm the one responsible for educating them and making them into decent people. My lot in life is to be the fun uncle, not a father."
Parents Are Sharing The Heartbreaking And Shocking Secrets They Discovered About Their Kids
PSA: Your parents know a lot more than you think.
50 Hilarious Parents Who Tweeted Through Another LooOOOoooOOong Month Of Parenthood
"This little boy got in my car with my kids, and I assumed it was one of their friends. I asked his name and introduced myself. He gets out of the car, and my kids say, 'I don’t know that boy. I guess he just wanted a ride.'💀" —@themultiplemom
32 Cleaning Products Parents Of Toddlers Swear By
Including your secret weapons for permanent marker stains on the walls and grass stains on clothes 👀.
You Might Think That You're Barbie, But It's Time To Figure Out Whether You're Barbie, Bratz, Or Monster High
We can't all live in a dreamhouse.
27 Things From Amazon That Just Want To Make Life Easier For Parents
From tummy time to toothbrushes, these products are your solution.
29 Just Really Random Household Items That Every '90s Parent Had In Their Home (And That You Probably Haven't Thought About Since)
Your parents probably still have that one 30-plus-year-old fake fern collecting dust on top of their kitchen cabinet.
Ben Affleck Was Photographed With His Daughter, And She Looks Exactly Like Jennifer Garner
Okay, but who WASN'T at this party (me).
"We Filed A Restraining Order Against Her": People Are Sharing Horror Stories About Their Mother-In-Laws, And OMG
"My MIL showed me pictures of my husband's ex-girlfriend the first time we met and compared me to the ex in every way imaginable throughout the night."
