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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!
This Woman Announced She Was Pregnant With A Daughter, And Her “Boy Mom” Sister-In-Law Said It Wouldn’t Compare To Loving A Son
"[She] told me that it was completely fine to feel devastated by the 'bad news.'"
These Were Popular Names 2000 Years Ago — What Do You Think Of Them Today?
Honestly, Persephone is cute!
People Are Calling Out The Infuriating Home Feature They Didn't Notice Until After They Moved In
"Not a huge deal, but it threw me for a loop a few days after we moved in."
Women Are Confessing What Happened When They Chose Money Over Love, And It's Complicated
"I prefer to be self-sufficient in as many things as I can so I don't have to depend on someone else for my own happiness and success."
34 Things That’ll Make Your Family’s Vacation Go Off Without A Hitch
"We'll be there in six Bluey episodes." —trying to explain travel time to a toddler.
Can You Picture Naming A Newborn These Adult-Sounding Names?
Listen, all of you Bartholomews out there are doing fine now, but even you have to agree that's an ~interesting~ choice for a newborn.
21 Celebrity Parenting Rules That Make Either A Ton Of Sense Or Very Little Sense
If Madonna's daughter left her clothes on the ground, the pop star took them away. "She has to earn all of her clothes back by being tidy. She wears the same outfit every day to school until she learns her lesson."
42 Playground Essentials Every Parent Needs Now That Spring Has Sprung
Hats, sunscreen, stroller accessories, and more things you'll be forever grateful to have on-hand at the playground.
18 Times Moms Tweeted Things That Could Be Comedy Sketch Gold
Bottom's up, mommas!
30 Toys From The '80s That Will Make You Instantly Nostalgic And Give You The Warm Fuzzies
There was nothing more satisfying than turning your Popple into a ball.
15 Life-Changing (And Low-Cost) Upgrades That Homeowners Have Absolutely Zero Regrets Over
"It's such a little change, but it was the first thing that made me feel like, 'Wow, this is our home now!’"
People Are Sharing Small Changes They've Made In The Kitchen That Drastically Improved Their Cooking
"I'm a vegetarian, but adding this to my pasta convinced my husband I was cooking with bacon."
Older Adults Who Never Got Married Revealed The "Myths" About Being Single Later In Life That No One Talks About
"I'm in my late 40s and have no regrets about not getting married. Before she passed, my mom told me that I should have gotten married and settled down — but it's not a lifestyle that fits everyone's life."
Doctors Shared The Top 5 Early Warning Signs Of A Mini Stroke, And It's Information Everyone Should Have
Nearly 1 in 5 people who experience a suspected mini stroke will have a full-blown stroke within 90 days. Here are the symptoms to keep an eye on.
Just 35 Products Parents Of 1-Year-Olds Swear By
If you haven't yet heard of a TushBaby, read on.
"That's Not A Life Hack, Sweetie": Older People Are Sharing Things That Are Seriously Confusing About "Kids These Days"
"I can't stand how Gen Z likes to call anyone older than them this..."
"When They Want Something, They Want It Now": Parenting Experts Are Sharing The Signs That Your Child Is Spoiled
"Because they have a lot, they tend to be unappreciative and a bit greedy."
I Had A Terrifying Postpartum Complication — And I Want To Prevent Anyone Else From Experiencing It
My postpartum crisis taught me our medical data, tailored resources, and communities are crucial to guaranteeing our survival.
Kimora Lee Simmons Appeared To Respond To Reports Of Her 21-Year-Old Daughter Aoki Allegedly Dating 65-Year-Old Vittorio Assaf
The alleged relationship was revealed on Friday after Page Six published photos showing Aoki and Vittorio kissing on the beach.
32 Products For People Who Want To Be Known As “Fun Parents''
Parenting is hard work, fortunately *we* know how fun we really are.
According To Experts, Happy Couples Hardly Ever Do These 8 Things
We asked couples therapists — who have seen the good, the bad and the ugly.
Whether You Wear Underwear To Bed Or Sleep Commando, Doctors Say You Might Want To Rethink It — Here's Why
People have strong opinions on the "underwear vs. commando" argument when it comes to how we sleep. Here's what the experts have to say.
Therapists Are Sharing The Most Common Sex Issues Gen Z Is Bringing Up In Therapy, And We Should All Be Talking More About This Stuff
Here’s what this generation is saying behind closed doors, according to therapists.
Suki Waterhouse Shared The First Photo Of Her Child With Robert Pattinson
"Welcome to the world angel."
These 14 Emotionally Healthy Parents Should Be Writing The Ultimate Parenting Guidebook
Raising kids skill level = 100% mastered.
Suki Waterhouse Has Confirmed She And Robert Pattinson Have Welcomed A Baby With A Candid Photo
“Welcome to the world angel...”
People Who Lived Through The 1980s Are Sharing Things That Pop Culture Never Mentions Or Gets Right
From people smoking everywhere to the real fear of nuclear annihilation, these are the things that don't often get mentioned when talking about the 1980s.
"It Was Strange, But Normal": Boomers Are Sharing The Common Practices From The Past That Have Become Obsolete
"No one ever checked to see if any of the students out there smoking were actually old enough to legally smoke."
This Is One Unexpected Sign Of Colon Cancer That Doctors Urge People Not To Ignore
This symptom is often dismissed, which is why it's so important to recognize.
You're Officially A Boomer If You've Done Half Of These 40 Things (Unless You Lie And Say You Did)
The more you check off the list, the more likely you are to be over 65.
"It's The Quick Road To Divorce." Adults 40 And Up Are Revealing The "Marriage Myths" That More People Should Know
"People say you have to work hard at marriage, but the truth is, if your marriage feels like 'hard work,' it probably won't last."
"Throw It Away!": This Professional Organizer Is Going Viral For Calling Out The Everyday Items In People's Homes That Belong In The Garbage
If you, like me, are putting off spring cleaning, these tips can help you get started the easy way.
"He Didn't Change His Bedsheets": 29 Bizarre Habits People Hid From Their Partners Until They Moved In Together
"He liked to tear holes in the sheets with his toenails so he could tuck his feet into them."
My Face Physically Hurts From Laughing At These 22 Innocent Cooking Mistakes People Have Made
"We spent the next hour cleaning his kitchen together and going out for a meal. We're married now."
If You Always Pee "Just In Case" You Need To Read This
Listen to your bladder, not your schedule.
Chance The Rapper And Kirsten Corley Bennett Announced Their Divorce After "A Period Of Separation"
"We kindly ask for privacy."
"WE HAVE A BABY, YOU NEED TO MOVE": This Mom's Viral Post About Her Baby Being Bumped At A Rave Completely Backfired
"I sincerely do not understand why anyone would think it’s appropriate to bring a child to a rave and then be shocked when people are outraged."
This Is How Sarah Jessica Parker Is Making Sure That Her Teen Daughters Don’t See Food As Their “Enemy”
“I didn’t want them to have a relationship with food that was antagonistic, or they felt like it was their enemy,” Sarah Jessica said of her 14-year-old twins.
There's A Period Before Menopause Called "Perimenopause," And Here's How It Can Affect Your Mental Health
Forget hot flashes and period changes. This one overarching issue is the real menace when dealing with perimenopause.
"I Cried For An Hour": Parents Over 40 Are Revealing The Hardest Parts About Having Kids, And It's So Eye-Opening
"My adult son told me he was resentful and ashamed of our old cars and my appearance growing up. Meanwhile, both my daughters are very grateful and successful in life. It's wonderful when your sacrifices are appreciated and very heartbreaking when they are not."
People Are Sharing The Surprisingly Delicious "Secret Meals" They Love To Eat When They're Only Cooking For Themselves
"I knew my husband was 'the one' when he tried this creation and loved it."
Tell Us Your Older Family Member's "Secret" For Living A Long, Fulfilled Life
Maybe it's luck and genetics, but I'll take whatever tips they've got...
14 Truths About Common Jobs That Are Kinda Shocking To Learn
"The business is so incredibly different from what people think it is now."
This Mom Is Livid After Her Son Was Pressured To Share His Raffle Prizes With Another Child Who Didn't Win
"My husband wonders if we should've just encouraged Cameron to give it away. Am I the a**hole for saying no?"
Prepare to Be Moved: Witness the Raw and Powerful Moments Captured in These 27 Award-Winning Birth Photos of 2023
Life-changing moments...all captured on film.
After Shakira Said That Her Young Sons Thought That “Barbie” Was “Emasculating,” People Are Begging Parents To “Raise More Secure Men”
“I like pop culture when it attempts to empower women without robbing men of their possibility to be men,” Shakira said in a controversial new interview.
This New "Grab-And-Go" Concept From Trader Joe's Just Opened In NYC — Here's What It's Actually Like, According To A TJ's Enthusiast
Pronto is the only location of its kind for Trader Joe's — and according to a spokesperson, it might stay that way...
People Are Loving The Way Ice-T Responded To A Question About Women In Their 40s Wearing Bathing Suits And Leggings
"Ice-T loves him some Coco!"
There's A Certain House Style To Match Everyone's Exterior Taste — Pick Baby Names To Reveal Yours
Whatever the style of the house, I want an outdoor pool SO bad.
11 Home Design Trends That Need A Major Revival In 2024 To Infuse Some Personality Back Into Our Homes
At the end of the day, your home is your sanctuary.
Millions Of AT&T Customers At Risk: Here's How To Protect Yourself If Your Data Was Leaked Online
Social Security numbers and passcodes for about 7.6 million current account holders and 65.4 million former account holders were posted on the "dark web," AT&T said.
30 Spring-In-A-Recipe Meal Ideas For April That We Personally Can't Wait To Cook
Nothing screams "spring is here" quite like these recipes...
We Asked Therapists To Share Phrases That Can Harm A Child's Relationship With Food, And Some Of Them Are Way Too Common
From labeling foods to body talk, here’s what not to say to your kids about food (and what to say instead).
24 Target Products For New Parents That'll Make It Feel Like You've Done This Before
Or to at least feel like you found some secret manual to actually getting this thing right.
Pediatricians Are Sharing Their Honest Thoughts On Everything From "IPad Babies" To Processed Food
"During survival mode, such as a stressful or busy work week, you may lean on more processed foods or screen time. This is okay."
"We Lacked Any And All Respect For One Another": Divorced People Are Sharing The Exact Fight That Made Them Call It Quits
"That night, that fight, was the last time I saw him as the man that I would spend the rest of my life with."
"This Advice Applies To Everything": 20 Pieces Of Reaaaally Good Advice That Older Adults Passed Down Through Generations
"My grandparents survived the Great Depression and passed this down to their children and grandchildren..."
13 "Relationship Rules" That Have Proven To Prevent People Getting Into Huge Arguments With Their Partner
"It absolutely defuses the tension and anger most of the time since we only fight about dumb stuff."
Sparks Imagination: 33 Toys Your Kid Will Love As Much As Ms. Rachel
Maybe not *as much* as Ms. Rachel, but it's as close as we can get.
18 Famous Book Characters From Childhood And What They'd Look Like IRL
Thomas the Tank Engine IRL is the epitome of the phrase, "It's not the years, it's the miles."
Prepare To Feel The Wrath Of These 19 Minor Annoyances That Will Destroy Your Day
The universe can spiral you at any moment.
These Names Were Really Popular 200 Years Ago — I Want To Know If You'd Use Them Today
Say hello to my children, Euphemia, Drusilla, and Wallace 🫶
29 Parenting Hacks That’ll Make You Think "Why Haven’t I Tried That Already"
Who knew you could repurpose old, broken crayons in such a cool way 😲
Travel Experts Say These Are The Things They'd Never, Ever Do On A Short Flight
Choose your plane seat wisely, even on a short flight.
17 "Time To Retire" Horror Stories From Teachers Who Had Awful Encounters With Today’s Students
"I told my boss, 'Either he leaves, or I do.' Thankfully, he never came back to my class..."
Therapists Are Sharing How Being Labeled "Mature For Your Age" As A Child Could Impact Your Life In Adulthood, And It's A Little Too Real
This phrase could be an indicator that you had to grow up too quickly.
Don't Ignore These 4 Signs That Experts Say Could Mean You're Experiencing Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can happen at any age.
Here Are 10 Things People Immediately Notice When You Have Guests Over, And 5 They Couldn't Care Less About
Temperature is one element some hosts forget about, but is quite important to your guests’ experience.
You're Officially Old If You've Done Half Of These '90s Kids Things (Sorry, I Don't Make The Rules)
Prepare to go back to your childhood.
Experts Revealed The 5 Signs You Need A Colonoscopy Sooner Than Age 45
Rates of colorectal cancer are rising among young people. Don't ignore these red flags.
18 Times People Cried While Belting Out: "I've Seen Better Days, Been The Star Of Many Plays, I've Seen Better Days"
Someone give these people a lucky penny!
I Found The Most Popular Baby Names From The 1900s To 2000 — Pick The Ones You'd Actually Consider Using
Sorry, but the '80s had the most basic names.
People Are Sharing Toxic Parenting Trends That Are Popular Today, And So Many Valid Points Are Being Made
Stop making your child terrified to fail.
21 Times "Seasoned" Moms Didn't Sugarcoat What It's Truly Like Being A New Mom
"When you pack snacks for your baby, pack some for yourself. Many of my afternoons were saved by a couple of energy bars stuffed in the side pocket of a diaper bag."
"Gen Alpha Needs A Reality Check": 22 Gen Z'ers Were Brutally Honest About The Difference Between Them And Gen Alpha
#5: "My brother got a doctor's recommendation to go outside more often. They are so invested in electronics, that they are being told to touch grass by medical professionals."
21 Of The Best Toys & Gifts For 3-Month-Olds
You'll be singing "a purple monkey in a bubble gum tree" before you know it.
25 "You Just Had To Be There" Aspects Of Pre-2020s Childhood That Older Adults Will Instantly Remember
"I felt a weird sort of sad, nostalgic pang. You don't hear that much anymore."
32 Clever Products For The Most Common Parenting Problems
Life is hard enough, so accept the help that these products offer.
Just 34 Things You May Want In Your Diaper Bag This Spring
Finally, we can get these antsy kids out of the house (and our of our hair).
The "Fart Twins," The Collapsing Bed Incident, And 23 More Unexpectedly Hilarious Things That Happened During Sex
"It was both hilarious and slightly embarrassing, but we couldn't stop laughing."
36 Cool Toys That Basically Any Kid Will Love
You may lose your "cool card" when you become a parent, but that doesn't mean you can't give your kids cool prezzies.
Zayn Malik Gave Some Rare Insight Into Life With His And Gigi Hadid’s 3-Year-Old Daughter, And It Sounds As If They Have The Most Fun Ever
“I’m just trying to keep her grounded and enjoying the Earth rather than all the noise that comes with it.”
22 Appallingly Inappropriate Things People Have Had To Deal With At Work
"Everyone heard, and no one said anything."
Home Cooks Are Sharing The "Fraud Meals" They'd Be Lost Without, And Several Are Pure Genius
"This cookie recipe was handed down from my great aunt Nesele Toulouse..."
16 Outrageously Entitled, Bratty, Belligerent Bozos Who Couldn't Fathom Not Being The Center Of The Universe
I do NOT have the patience for this.
"I Think My Brain Broke In That Moment": Men And Women Are Sharing Things They Just Recently Found Out About The Other Gender
"When my wife said, 'Sometimes women don't want our problems fixed, we just want to vent about them.' I think my brain broke in that moment."
This Recruiter Is Sharing Why It's So Hard To Get Hired In 2024, And It Makes A Lot Of Sense
"I was laid off three times last year. It took me seven months to find a job."
These Names Were Popular Over 600 Years Ago — Would You Still Use Them Today?
Might have to name my first child Llewellyn now.
Lea Michele Announced She's Expecting Baby No. 2, And So Many Celebrities Congratulated Her
Lea Michele and Zandy Reich are already parents to a three-year-old son.
14 Stories From Educators About Students Using AI For School That Make Me Want To Never Touch A Computer Again
"I think it is a good thing for students to disconnect from their addiction anyway."
People Over 30 Are Sharing The Adult Things That Seemed Boring When They Were Younger But Excite Them Now
"Bird watching. On purpose. For fun."
We’re Not Kidding: 45 Parenting Products That’ll Be Great For Your Youngsters
We've done the research for you — now getting top-rated toys, baby-proofing items, and parenting necessities can simply be all fun and games.
26 Times People Tried So Hard To Save Money But Accidentally Wasted A Bunch Of Cash Instead
"All told, he spent almost $700 trying to save $500 and wound up with nothing to show for it."
"Great Idea, We Thought...": 26 Things People Didn't Realize They Would Hate About Their Homes Until After They Moved In
"A flock of aggressive turkeys will encircle my car when I pull in the driveway. This sounds made up, but it is my life."