Oct. 31, 2025

Family Life

Family Life

Visitors have their photo taken in front of Cinderalla Castle at Magic Kingdom.
totally worth it!
By Katie Garrity

As A Mom, These 13 Items Are Worth The Splurge When Packing For Disney

Some of these items I'd never even think to pack before we went!

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Straight From The Source

Educators Get Honest About 11 Things They Secretly Wish Parents Would Stop Doing

Hey, when we know better, we do better.

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Understanding Your Pup

Ever Wonder Why Your Dog Sighs? Experts Explain What’s Going On

From relaxed “happy sighs” to frustrated huffs, here’s how to decode your dog’s exhale and understand what it’s really feeling.

The Pack Is Back

Jackbox Party Pack 11 Will Drop Just In Time For Peak Game Night Season

All five games are brand-new — and ready to wreck your friendships and relationships in fresh ways.

different strokes

I Was Raised By ‘The Village.’ I Chose Not To Raise My Sons The Same Way.

Growing up in it was one thing. Turns out, raising four kids in it was another.

A mom in the car with her kids
Buckle Up

No One Prepares You For Becoming The Family Chauffeur

Is “Uber parenting” the new helicopter parenting?

Mental Health

Everything Parents Should Know About Sora, OpenAI’s New “Brain Rot” App

OK, Are We All Feeling Low-Key Depressed These Days?

OK, I Think Maybe All Of Us Should Be Doing Some Rejection Therapy

Why You Keep Inviting Chaos Into Your Life (Even If You Don’t Want To)

Can You Heal Your Attention Span? Mental Health Experts Share Their Tips

An Educational Neuroscience Expert Says That "Normal Tween Girl Drama" Is Actually Their Brain On Overload

This 67-Year-Old Woman Has Three Key Pieces Of Advice For Women In Their 50s

This New Study About Kids Ages 6 To 12 Will Make You Rethink Where You Store Your Medications

A Study Found That Many Kids Don’t Realize They Are Being Bullied, But They Still Feel The Impact

Bill Hader Spoke About His Anxiety Causing Shingles & Yeah, That Can Happen

Tired Of Being A Stress Ball Of Rage In December? Introducing: Organized Christmas

We Need To Rethink The Sunday Reset

Did You Know Dads Can Accidentally Promote People-Pleasing Behavior In Their Kids?

Meghan Trainor Isn’t Afraid To Be Silly

Why Do So Many Moms Cry In Their Cars? Don’t Worry, Therapists Approve Of Our Vehicular Sob Sessions

Aubrey Plaza's Comments About Grief Are So Spot On

So, so kid-friendly!
By Sarah Aswell

11 Amazing Things To Do In Zurich With Kids

Family-friendly Switzerland is a year-round playground even if you have young children.

Lifestyle
By Emma Chao

Spooky Mommy 2025

Get all your spooky thrillers this year!

the 411
By Kate Rope

We Need To Let Girls Know Their Bodies Are Meant To Feel Good

The way we talk to girls about sex is almost exclusively focused on safety. We should focus on pleasure, too.

all the things
By Sumitra Mattai

I Love My Kids, But Sometimes I Can’t Stand Being A Mother

I want to let my kids in on a secret: This isn't the real me.

Understanding Your Pup
By Elizabeth Yuko

Ever Wonder Why Your Dog Sighs? Experts Explain What’s Going On

From relaxed “happy sighs” to frustrated huffs, here’s how to decode your dog’s exhale and understand what it’s really feeling.

book the trip!
By Katie Garrity

I Checked Out The New Evermore Resort In Orlando And Realized I’d Been Vacationing All Wrong

I was always "go, go, go," and now I'm "chill, chill, chill"!

stay little
By Jen McGuire

My Oldest Son Thinks He's My Co-Parent Because I'm A Single Mom

He’s a natural caregiver, but this is unnecessary.

different strokes
By Jen McGuire

I Was Raised By ‘The Village.’ I Chose Not To Raise My Sons The Same Way.

Growing up in it was one thing. Turns out, raising four kids in it was another.

The Pack Is Back
By Julie Sprankles

Jackbox Party Pack 11 Will Drop Just In Time For Peak Game Night Season

All five games are brand-new — and ready to wreck your friendships and relationships in fresh ways.

Know Before You Go
By Julie Sprankles

We Asked Travel Pros: What Are Your Go-To Hacks For Surviving Long Theme Park Lines With Kids?

Brb, putting together my “queue survival kit.”