April 10, 2026

Family Life

Family Life

The Ultimate Comfort
By Samantha Darby

Are You Raising “Parents' Bedroom Kids”? Here’s What That Actually Means

They don't want to be in the living room, and they don't want to be in their room — but they are all up in *my* bed.

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buyer beware

Calls About Kratom To Poison Control Have Spiked 1,200% In The Past Decade

The numbers suggest this substance isn’t going anywhere. What do parents need to know?

Kindness Above All Else <3

Sesame Workshop Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month With Resources For *Every* Age

You're never too old (or too young) to learn how to be a kinder, more inclusive friend.

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Well, This Is Nice!

One Mom Is Letting Her Adult Kid Live With Her Rent-Free & The Internet Is Being Super Supportive

In this economy?

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Plz Send Coffee

A Desperate Mom Wanted To Know What To Do When Your Kids Wake Up Too Early & Parents Had The Best Responses

Here are a bunch of tips and tricks from parents who have survived the pre-dawn wake-ups.

American Girl is releasing a bundle of historical dolls.
Gimme Gimme Gimme

You Can Now Buy The Most Iconic American Girl Dolls *In A Bundle*

The way I am going to beg for this for Christmas like I did when I was 9 years old.

Mental Health

FDA Official Moves To Hire A “Friend” Who Wants Unproven Pregnancy Risk Claims Added To Antidepressants

What Is “Grey Rocking”? Therapists Explain This Strategy For High-Conflict Relationships

How To Trick Your Brain Into Getting Sh*t Done

Sorry, How TF Are We Supposed To Get Turned On Anymore?

People Are Sharing The Compliments They Received That They'll Never Forget

Women Are Sharing The Most Unhinged Woo Woo Things That Have Changed Their Life

Is 4 The Magic Number Of Postpartum Years?

How To Create A Home Gym That’s Actually For You (Not “New Year, New You”)

I Love My GLP-1. Does That Make Me a Bad Feminist?

A Pep Talk Hotline Created By An Elementary School Has Everyone Ugly Crying

This Family Therapist Cannot Understand Why Boomer Parents Hide Their Medical Issues From Their Adult Children

How To Do A Digital Detox As A Family

This Teacher Says Her High School Students Can't Even Sit Still To Watch A Movie

This High School Teacher Lists Things Students Do *Now* That Would Send Our High School Selves "Into A Coma"

Kids Are Doing The "Flip The Camera" Trend & It's Really Mean-Spirited

Viral Video About Dads Who "Just Show Up" Without Helping Is Sending Moms

Parenting Hack?
By Julie Sprankles

If Your Kid Loves Water Parks, Great Wolf Lodge’s New Season Pass Is A Game-Changer

This might be the ultimate “I’m bored” solution for summer.

Snack Math
By Julie Sprankles

Universal Studios Hollywood Just Dropped A New Dining Pass, But Is It Worth It? Here’s What You Get

The real value may depend on your itinerary (and appetite).

The Ultimate Comfort
By Samantha Darby

Are You Raising “Parents' Bedroom Kids”? Here’s What That Actually Means

They don't want to be in the living room, and they don't want to be in their room — but they are all up in *my* bed.

listen up
By Danielle Kelly

I Spent A Year Talking To ADHD Experts. Here’s What I’ve Learned As A Mom.

I feel like I have a parenting cheat sheet.

Guess Who's Staying Home?
By Kris Ann Valdez

The Impossible Sick-Day Math Every Working Mom Knows

Sick days fall disproportionately on moms, and that mental load during cold and flu season is a special kind of hell.

hard lessons
By Meg Raby

Sleep Anxiety In Kids Is Real. Here's What’s Working In My House To Combat It.

I’ve found that teachable moments are always happening, especially at bedtime.

tell me true
By Sarah Aswell

Ask Scary Mommy: When Did You Really Know Your Marriage Was Over?

Real talk: What was the moment when you knew there was no change to salvage your relationship?

Big Villain Energy
By Jacqueline Dole

We Sailed Disney’s New “Heroes & Villains” Cruise Ship. Here’s What Parents Should Know.

Disney’s Destiny promises nonstop entertainment and next-level theming. We looked at how it actually works for families once you’re onboard.

bookworms - listen up!
By Katie Garrity

People On Reddit Are Sharing The Book That Turned Them Into "Readers"

From kids classics to popular fiction, this list is noteworthy!

Vacation, all i ever wanted
By Jennifer Saporta

We Took A Cruise During The Holidays & Now I’m Never Not Doing That Again

We all got what we needed, and my kid was a trooper. Win-win.