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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 "Bizarre" Bagel Hack From Ina Garten Just Resurfaced, And It's Sending People Into A Full Frenzy
"And here I thought Ina was my ally, my friend, my MOTHER..."
Are You An Older Man? Tell Us Which Advice Your Younger Self Should Have Followed From The Start
Whether the advice is about family, relationships, money or anything in between — we want to know all about it.
"It Just Makes No Sense To Me": Boomers Are Sharing The Design Trends They Despise For Very Specific Reasons, And Younger Folks Should Listen Up
"Yes, it’s open and airy, but your 50-year-old knees are gonna HATE that interior designer, I guarantee you...”
The Internet Is Obsessed With Clay's Mom From "Love Is Blind" After THAT Scene
"Watching Clay's mom on Love Is Blind Season 6 was like witnessing a masterclass in 'Not Today, Sir.'"
Seth Rogen’s Comments About Not Wanting Children Resurfaced Online, And It Has Sparked A Whole Bunch Of Discourse
Some parents are absolutely furious that Seth said he and his wife, Lauren Miller, would rather spend their Saturday mornings smoking weed and watching movies naked than raising children.
If The Kids Are Super Quiet, They're Probably Playing With One Of These 30 Walmart Products
And by "quiet," we mean preoccupied with these products and not destroying the house from boredom.
These 5 Work Habits Are Pretty Common, But They Could Be Subtle Signs Of Depression
Depression doesn't always look like sadness at your job. Don't ignore these subtle warning signs.
People Are Sharing Things They No Longer Buy Because They've Gotten Ridiculously Expensive, And Some Are Really Thought-Provoking
"Each season, the quality keeps getting worse as the prices continue to rise."
What's The Most Outrageous Way You've Seen A Parent Spoil Their Child?
There are regular, everyday spoiled kids, and then there's THIS.
15 Teachers Who Had Incredibly Weird Classroom Rules
"This rule resulted in a lot of accidents and unhappy parents."
30 Must-Have Walmart Products That Every Parent Of Multiple Kids Needs To Survive
Because when you've got a big family, you need gear that can handle the chaos of "where's my..." times three.
Trader Joe's Newest Dessert Is Actually Super Refreshing — In Both Literal *And* Figurative Ways
Ube can finally relax for a second.
Trader Joe's Has Been Releasing A Ton Of New Products Lately, And These Are The Ones I've Had My Eyes On
It's a new season of deliciousness at your local Trader Joe's.
Victoria Beckham Used Brooklyn Beckham’s Birthday To Celebrate Her And David Beckham’s Parenting, And People Have Thoughts
Victoria ended up taking the negative comments in her stride, and had the most iconic response to the backlash.
If You've Done At Least 18 Of These 40 Things, You're Officially Old (Sorry, I Don't Make The Rules)
The further down the list you get and say you've done something, the more likely you are to be older.
"No One Is Immune To Experiencing Emotional Flooding": These Experts Perfectly Summed Up A Very Common Emotional State You Have Definitely Experienced
That familiar feeling when your emotions feel out of control and you're spiraling.
People Who Shocked Their Families By Divorcing After 20+ Years Share Their Heartbreaking Stories
"I trusted him completely...only to find out he cheated constantly from the time I was pregnant with my last baby and gave me an STD."
For Anyone Trying To Be The "Fun" Aunt Or Uncle, 33 Birthday Gifts Kids Will Love
And their parents probably won't hate them either — win-win.
The Dinnertime Habit Doctors Say Is Secretly Making You Tired The Next Day
Want to improve your energy levels? Experts agree there's a seemingly harmless behavior you should nix.
33 Ridiculously Funny Dad Jokes That'll Make You So Mad You Laughed
Just some top-shelf jokes from the guys who go around the house turning off all the lights.
After The Fall Of Roe V Wade, We Asked Men If They'd Be Willing To Take Male Birth Control And Here's What They Said
"It’s not just a woman’s job. It’s both people’s responsibility to take precautions."
I Threw Myself A Swiftie-Inspired Baby Shower And Here's Everything I Bought
"I can still make the whole place shimmer," —Taylor Swift and me throwing myself a party while seven months pregnant.
Older Married Adults Revealed The "Marriage Myths" That More People Should Know, And It's Eye-Opening
"They don't change after you get married. There were so many 'red flags' that I ignored and thought he would change once he was married (or grew up more). Most 'red flags' have gotten worse. We've been married for over 30 years, but I still wonder at times...what was I thinking?"
A Woman Went Viral For Sharing "Hidden Clues" That Indicate You Grew Up With Emotionally Unavailable Parents
Even the "good enough" parent may be considered an emotionally unavailable parent.
31 (Really Good) Recipes To Make In March, Now That It's Basically Spring
IDK about you, but I'm suddenly craving lemon bars...
Grandparents Are Sharing Their Brutally Honest Opinions About Modern Parenting, And It's Very Insightful
Their opinions may surprise you.
Tell Us The Wildest Thing You Found Out About Your Family During A Deathbed Confession
Sometimes people don't take things to the grave.
14 Little Things We Learned This Month That Are Definitely Going To Make Our Lives Better
This month we learned money-saving grocery hacks, how to spot a pathological liar, podiatrist-approved tips for avoiding foot problems, and so much more.
Elizabeth Hurley’s Son Directed Her In A Sex Scene For His Debut Feature Film, And People Are Creeped Out
Elizabeth and Damian have always been incredibly close, and he previously praised his famous mom for “dropping everything” to star in his directorial debut.
14 Parenting Habits That Are Actually More Toxic Than You Might Realize
"My brother was never good at sports so it very much feels like he is making his boys do them to fulfill his desire to play."
Doctors Say These 4 Potential Signs Of Lung Cancer Are Something Everyone Should Know About
Even though screenings are highly recommended for those who smoke or have smoked in the past, nonsmokers can get lung cancer too.
30 Parenting Products From Walmart That'll Make Everyday Inconviences *Poof* Disappear
Things to help with those daily tasks.
Parents, Tell Us The Most Bizarre "Classroom Rule" You Or Your Child Have Ever Experienced
Whether it was a rule that a kid or a parent had to follow, we want to know the full details.
18 Juicy Secrets People Discovered About Their Grandparents, Leaving Them Positively Speechless
You can't make this up.
What Are The Most Underrated And Overrated Places To Visit In California?
Tell me where to go on my next California road trip — and the places I should skip.
"Embryos Are Not Children": The First IVF Baby Ever Born In The US Is Now Speaking Out After The Alabama Ruling
“Science should move us forward, not backward,” Elizabeth Carr wrote in an impassioned essay.
This Woman Reduced The Money Sent To Her Parents Every Month When She Found Out What They Spend It On — Now, She Wants To Know If She's In The Wrong
One commenter said, "What we have here is a conditional gift, which is not a gift at all. You are using your generosity to control your parents' actions."
This Personality Trait May Be Considered "Narcissistic" By Many, But It Turns Out It Might Actually Be Good For You
While it may feel awkward and a little self-aggrandizing to use, there’s actually research supporting the advantages of talking in the third person, at least in your internal self-talk.
Sorry, Millennials, But Your Names Might Now Be Considered "Old People" Names By The Youths
"Ashley, Amanda, Amber — all of these names are basically the new Margaret or Barbara."
16 Things We Believed Or Were Told As Kids That Turned Out To Be Complete And Utter BS
"Quicksand is a legitimate danger to my life."
"We Have Saved Thousands": People Are Sharing Their Tried-And-True Frugal Hacks For Spending Less Cash
"Start to see trash as your money. You pay for everything in your garbage, whether it’s landfill bound, recycling, or even compost."
Car Mechanics Shared The Things They Would Avoid Doing To Their Own Cars At All Costs
For starters, don't rely solely on car maintenance reminders.
Experts Say These Are The Signs To Be On The Lookout For When It Comes To Spotting Narcissists
This type of narcissism is harder to spot but can be just as toxic as the overt kind. Experts explain what to look for.
Experts Say These Are 5 Ways You Can Spot A Pathological Liar, So You Don’t Wonder ‘Who TF Did I Marry’
TikToker Reesa Teesa posted a wild 8-hour-long story about marrying a walking red flag. Here's how to avoid it happening to you.
30 Actually Awful Scenes In "Kids" Movies People Are Saying Pretty Much Scarred Them For Life
"He can't see without his glasses!!!"
Former Best Friends Are Sharing Why They Had To Break Things Off, And It's So Sadly Relatable
"I walked off, leaving her standing there bawling loudly. I never looked back."
"All My Friends Thought We Were Super Weird": 25 "Delicious" Meals People Grew Up Eating, But Now Realize Were A Little Odd
"I thought it was normal until I moved to the West Coast, and my now-spouse told me it sounded disgusting."
Millennials And Gen X'ers Are Sharing Facts That Make Them Feel Ancient
Well...the math is mathing on these.
This Mom Is Livid Because She Bought Her Kid $80 Worth Of Favors To Throw In A School Parade, But Their Teacher Gave It To Someone Else
"So, I contacted the teacher and asked her why this happened, and she said with a nasty attitude, 'Well the girl had nothing left, so I was not going to let her go without, it's not fair.'"
This Concerned Teacher's Elementary School Student Tried To Steal, And Their Parents Openly Defended It
"What should’ve been a discussion about stealing, and that it’s wrong, instead became a witch hunt for the teacher."
20 Hilarious Tweets By Parents That Made Me Scream-Laugh
"Being a parent to a toddler is messing with my vocab. Told someone that I was sorry I was late because I got stuck waiting on a choo choo train to pass" —@treydayway
I'm A 38-Year-Old In Menopause, And The Way We Talk About Women's Health Needs To Change
I went into menopause knowing very little about it — and I know from talking with other millennials that it's a mysterious topic for many of us.
"Doing This Can Lead To A Variety Of Foot Problems": Podiatrists Are Sharing The Most Common Mistakes They See Their Patients Make
Yes, I, too, don't like feet, but now I feel bad for neglecting them all these years...
24 Worthwhile Splurges That People Say They Can't Imagine Living Without
"It’s life-changing, and it’s saved me so much time."
42 Things To Help Deal With The Chaos That Results From Living With A Toddler
"It's just a phase" —says everyone who isn't suffering at the hand of their toddler.
Here’s What Health Experts Want You To Know About Aphasia
Here's what causes it and how it affects people.
17 Things That Older Generations Just Don't Understand About Wealth And Income In Today's World
"You can’t 'buy a starter house' when that house costs $500k, and you’re making $50k or less a year."
37 Of The Best Toys And Gifts For 18-Month-Olds
As a fellow parent of a toddler, I know all we want is something to keep them busy for as long as possible.
People Are Sharing Things Parents Do That Are "Negligent" If You're Broke But "Classy" If You're Rich, And It's Infuriating
"When rich parents don't vaccinate their kids, it's because they 'did their own research' and can afford to treat their kids if they get sick. But poor parents who don't vaccinate are considered ignorant."
"There's Really No Upper Limit": Doctors Share The Foods We Should Eat More Of (And How They Can Impact Our Lives)
If you love dark chocolate and kimchi, you're going to love this list...
Mouth Tape For Better Sleep Is All The Rage Right Now, So We Asked Experts To Weigh In On The Benefits And The Risks
The internet loves the nighttime practice, but there are a few things to know before you try it yourself.
Resentment Ruins Relationships — Experts Say These 8 Little Practices Can Help You Avoid It In Yours
Most importantly, resist the urge to get defensive.
31 Expensive "Unseen Realities" Of Owning A Home, According To Those Who Learned The Hard Way
"After a few years of owning a home, you won't believe how many tools, paintbrushes, rolls of duct tape, tubes of caulk, and spare roof shingles you'll have. Or how empty your bank account will be."
"It Can Be An Indicator Of Underlying Stress": Mental Health Experts Share Their Advice For Coping When The "Small Stuff" Feels Enormous
In moments when you start to feel easily frustrated, you should try to pay attention to your gut reactions ― but also do what you can to avoid flying off the handle.
Teachers Are Revealing Parenting "Red Flags" They Notice Right Away When Meeting A Parent Or A Kid For The First Time
"It tells me that the parents don't care."
Gen X'ers Are Sharing The Things People Get Wrong About The '90s
I think people don't realize how dependent we were on pagers.
This Homeowner Is Sharing The Commonly-Forgotten Tasks That'll Keep Your House From Falling Down, And Renters Could Benefit From These, Too
There's a much easier way to keep your home in tip-top shape.
Gen Z'ers And Millennials, There’s No Way You're Going To Get 100% Right On This Easy Gen X'er Quiz
No trick questions here, just a quiz that's tailor-made for any Gen X'er who grew up on '80s pop culture and '90s apathy.
17 Instances Of People Finding Verrryyy Strange Things In Their Homes That They Have Little To No Explanation For
"We were both creeped out, put the blanket over it again, and left it there, where it remains to this day."
Doctors Say You Might Be Eating Way Too Much Salt — Here’s How To Tell
Most people have no idea how much salt they’re eating every day, or how much is recommended.
35 Husbands, Boyfriends, And Other Men Who Decided To Be The Absolute Wooooorrrst
"I think the winner comes from a man I know who said the following about why he never helped cook: 'Well, MY time is valuable.' Really cuts to the chase."
Before You Text Your New Dating App Match, Disable This Feature On Your iPhone
Your phone may be revealing more about yourself to a date than you want it to.
People Who Were Scammed Are Sharing The Infuriating Details Of What Happened
You think it could never happen to you, but it's easier than you think.
Doctors Are Sharing 6 Common Habits That Are Actually Prematurely Aging Your Brain
These behaviors might not appear a big deal, but they could hurt your brain health in the long run.
"I Filed For Divorce The Next Day": 18 People Are Revealing The Horrendous Ways Their Partner Betrayed Their Trust
"My boyfriend's reaction to the code being said aloud caught my attention, and something inside of me told me to write it down."
These 3 Common Foods Are Really Bad For Your Heart According To Experts — Here’s What To Eat Instead
Straight from the mouths of cardiologists and a heart health nutritionist.
Nutritionists Are Sharing Alcohol “Rules” You Should Really Be Following, Including Women Having No More Than One Drink Per Day
It might be time to reassess your relationship with alcohol.
"It Blew Her Mind When I Told Her": Older Adults Are Sharing The "Common Knowledge" Practices From The Past That Have Become Obsolete Over Time
"If we wanted to straighten our hair, we would lay our heads on the ironing board, get our hair wrapped in waxed paper, and have someone iron it!"
Teachers, Tell Us The Parenting "Red Flags" You Notice Right Away When Meeting A Parent Or A Kid For The First Time
Whether they're sudden behaviors, one-off comments, or angry reactions, we want to know the things you notice right away.
Here Are Super Common Foods That Can Be Especially Dangerous To Eat If You Leave Them Out Too Long
There’s a certain kind of toxin a zap in the microwave cannot kill — and it poses a risk to your health.
People Over 30 Are Sharing Confusing Things They've Noticed About Younger People, And I'm Curious If You Agree
"Why do they need to show so much at such a young age?"
These 20 Cleaning Products From Target Will Work Like Magic, Especially If You Have Pets And Kids
For the next mess they get into. And then the next one immediately following.
A Florida School's Black History Month Permission Slip Went Viral, And People Are Weighing In On The Crumbling State Of Education
"This boiled my blood. My 8th grade son also brought home a permission form for Black History Month where I was sure to write 'Black History is American History.' This is beyond ridiculous." —@jennyleeisme
24 Unexpected Confessions From Stay-At-Home Moms Who Revealed What Their Lives Are Actually Like
"I worked as an attorney before and received accolades for my work. Being a stay-at-home mom was more work, harder work, and longer hours, yet I received very little respect and appreciation. Our society seems to default to dismissing the incredible contribution SAHMs make."
"Syrupy-Sweet Smell" And 7 Other Scents You Should Never Ignore In A Home, According To Experts
That odd scent could be a sign of a much bigger hazard.
Within 15 Dad-Centric Questions, I Can 100% Determine Your Niche Dad Archetype
Hi Hungry, I'm Dad.
You Can Wear Your Jeans 10 Times Before They Need To Be Washed And More Surprising Facts About Doing Your Laundry
Cleaning experts and dermatologists share their thoughts — and some of their answers may surprise you.
Millennial Parents Are Revealing The Biggest Differences Between Their Children's Lives Vs. How They Grew Up, And It's Wildly Fascinating
"I'm 100% honest and truthful with my kids. If they have a question about something they see on the news, social media, or something a friend said, I will tell them the truth. No sugar coating or stepping around the answer. I would rather my kids understand what is going on around them than be sheltered and oblivious."
35 Photos Of Nostalgic Things That Will Be Instantly Recognizable To Any Boomer
A trip back to a time when toilet paper came in many different colors and patterns, and you couldn't remember when Bonanza wasn't on TV.
This Woman Chose Not To Have Children, But Her Friends Still Expect Her To Split Babysitter Costs When They All Go Out
"My friends think I am being unfair for not being willing to 'pay my share' of the babysitting. What share? I have no kids to babysit!"
"Frankly, It's Tacky": People Are Revealing Common Interior Design Trends They Can't Stand
"It's already very dated and, frankly, tacky and cheap-looking."
"My Parents Did This When We Were Kids, And Now It Makes So Much Sense": People Who Often Travel With Their Children Are Sharing Their Best Tips And Tricks
"This is the only piece of advice I give to parents (because I'm sure they get enough), and it is GOLD..."
Answer Some Hypothetical Questions About Your Mom, And I'll Reveal Which TV Mom She Secretly Is
Let's be honest, some of these moms made you jealous, and some, not so much...
People Are Opening Up About Their Experiences With Eldercare In The US, And It's Not At All What I Expected
"My grandparents had around $500,000, but my grandma is now down to about $160,000 and will essentially be out of money in just over a year. I've had so many mental breakdowns about it. I'm glad my grandma has money to cover her care, but it just isn't enough. It is bleak. This is scary and overwhelming at best."
Create An Enchanting Nursery For Your Little One With These 29 Disney-Inspired Products
Hope you have your magic wand ready, because we're about to do some serious decorating.
Experts Say That These Are The 11 Phrases We Should Absolutely Avoid Saying To Our Children
These statements often invalidate the child’s feelings.
Men Are Sharing Some "Guy Secrets" That Most Women Don't Know About, And IDK What To Think For Some Of These
"I still remember when a girl in college told me I looked nice with my beard when I first grew it out. I’ve had a beard ever since."
"I Did A No-Spend Year": 23 Frugal Habits People Tried And Ended Up Keeping Because They Liked Them So Much
"It was way easier and more enjoyable than expected."
