Jessi Meeks Keeps It Hella Real
The Instagrammer opens up about raising each kid differently, her last meal, who she follows, and more.
This Teacher Thinks “Mean Girls” Exist Because We Don’t Teach Our Daughters How To Speak Up
We’re quick to label girls, but less quick to help them voice their needs.
Do Opposites Still Attract? Did They Ever?
Here’s what experts think — and what the latest research shows.
Shanola Hampton Is Nothing Like Her Character On 'Found'
The mom of two dishes to Scary Mommy about the hit show, parenting, and being friends with Zack Morris himself.
The Wheel Of Feels
This Mom Emailed Her Son’s Soccer Team With “Real Food” Snack Suggestions & Then Faced Some Serious Backlash
I Chose A Democratic Parenting Style Because Of My Childhood In Iran And My Life In The U.S.
This Woman Wonders If She Overstepped In Confronting A Stranger's Rude Teen Son
This Mom Emailed Her Son’s Soccer Team With “Real Food” Snack Suggestions & Then Faced Some Serious Backlash
Hospitals Around The Country Are Adding Special Rooms For Grieving Families & Couples
There's A Growing Measles Outbreak in Texas — Here's What You Need To Know
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What To Do When You Dislike Your Mother-In-Law, According To Experts
Neither of you are going anywhere. So, what’s to be done?
I Survived The Baby Blues Just To Give Myself The Puppy Blues
We love our dog, but for a while there, we kind of hated our life.
Did They Change The Notebook's Ending Or Are We All Remembering It Wrong?
“This is either a Mandela Effect or Hollywood purposely messing with our minds...”
I'm In My Potted Plant Parenting Era & It Sure Feels Weird
My kids want me there... but they don't want to answer any questions.
This Mom Emailed Her Son’s Soccer Team With “Real Food” Snack Suggestions & Then Faced Some Serious Backlash
She said she couldn't help herself.
Hospitals Around The Country Are Adding Special Rooms For Grieving Families & Couples
My husband takes soooo long to finish and it’s ruining sex for me.
Everyone. Is. Sick!!!
I refuse to complain about being a mom. I worked HARD AF to get pregnant! I love it!
I don’t want my parents to move closer to us. Even though they’d take care of kids
Big kid problems are hard to parent.
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I’ve Used This Moisturizer For 10 Years Because Nothing Compares
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Let's Talk About Sex Gummies (Yes, As In Edibles)
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30 Years Later, The Father Of The Bride 2’s Portrayal Of Being In Your 40s Is Honestly Jarring
As a millennial mom, I had a *few* surprising revelations that went way over my head as a kid. First up? Ages!
How To Handle It When Your Kid’s Afraid Of Throwing Up
Because there’s no running from vomit, friend.
8 Girl Power Movies That Still Hold Up
Show these to your daughter for a dose of nostalgia mixed with feel-good girl energy.
I Asked Girl Scout Cookie Top Sellers What It Really Takes To Hawk 6000+ Boxes — & Wow
Hitting that make will get you the good prizes, but the reality behind accomplishing it will blow your mind.
40 Historical Movies Your Kids Will Actually Enjoy
Entertain and educate your little ones with these smart flicks.
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Hospitals Around The Country Are Adding Special Rooms For Grieving Families & Couples
The private space gives parents a moment to breathe.
Medical Student Offers Fresh Perspective On How "Wild" C-Sections Really Are
“Nothing could ever prepare you for absolutely how insane the entire thing is.”
Kylie Kelce Shares 3 Things Men Should Do For Their Pregnant Partners
The podcaster recently opened up on the podcast 'Call Her Daddy’ about parenting, having four girls, and Taylor Swift.
The Baby Gifts To Give Again & Again (& Again)
These are the gifts we give to our new mom friends as — shall we say — the real parenting favorites.
This Mom Emailed Her Son’s Soccer Team With “Real Food” Snack Suggestions & Then Faced Some Serious Backlash
She said she couldn't help herself.
9 Things You Should Not Say To Your Childfree Friends
You may mean well, but are you doing more harm than good?
Why A Low-Ranking Elementary School Might Be Your Child's Best Option
“I don't believe the rankings tell us much about the school, or at least what I want to know.”
I Chose A Democratic Parenting Style Because Of My Childhood In Iran And My Life In The U.S.
Here’s how — and why — we’re raising our child this way.
Missouri Bill Wants To Track Pregnant Women "At Risk Of Abortion"
The bill also creates a corollary list of prospective adopters, which the author categorized as “eHarmony for babies.”
This Woman Wonders If She Overstepped In Confronting A Stranger's Rude Teen Son
“It just came out of me. I didn't even consciously decide to say something.”
What To Do If Your Child Starts Pulling Their Hair Out
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) look scary, but they are treatable.