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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!
"I Worry About How The Kids Will Turn Out": Parents Are Getting Brutally Honest About The Best And Worst Modern Parenting Styles, And They Have Some Very Hot Takes
"It's not just giving into doing whatever a kid wants. In its proper form, it should be something very different."
Teachers, Share With Us Your Thoughts About The Election And The Future Of Teaching In America
Are the students reacting a certain way? Are you nervous (or excited) about the future of your job? Tell us what you know.
"It Really Is A Non-Issue In A Healthy Relationship": Couples Are Sharing Why They Share Their Location With Their Significant Other, And I'm Curious If You Do The Same
"It's just a convenience thing guys, you're making it too deep."
27 Toys Your Picky Toddler May Actually Pick Up For A Second And Even Third Time
Your rejected toy graveyard is going to be wondering where you went.
I Have A Trans 9-Year-Old. I Thought I Knew What It Would Be Like To Parent Him — But I Was Wrong.
"I don't know what the future holds, but to the parents who are just hearing 'Mom, Dad, I'm trans,' know that this is only the first phase of your journey."
Halle Bailey Faced A Mixed Response When She Called Out DDG For Livestreaming Their Son Without Her Permission, And Now She’s Deleted All Of Her Social Media Accounts
Halle’s tweet received a mixed response online, and she ended up deleting her social media accounts after it was pointed out that she regularly shares photos and videos of Halo with fans.
Just 27 Products Reviewers Say Made Life Easier When They Were Pregnant
Put your feet up and get ready to click add to cart.
What's the most unintentionally creepy thing a kid ever said to you?
"I've been watching you."
Realtors Are Sharing The "Subtle" Red Flags They Look For When Seeing A Home For The First Time, And They're So Smart
"My grandfather sold real estate for decades. The first two things he looked for were these..."
I've Been Deeply Terrified Of Getting Pregnant My Entire Life. I Finally Know Why.
"Womanhood is not — and should not be — based on our childbearing capabilities, regardless of the physical, mental, financial or personal reasons we have for not wanting biological children."
I Spent Weeks Near Death In The ICU. Asking My Doctors To Do This One Thing May Have Saved My Life.
"For the last few weeks, I’d been cycling in and out of the ICU. My husband had even gotten 'the talk' — a doctor had called in the thick of the night to tell him that I might not make it home. Many thought I would likely not survive."
27 Products To Prevent Kid Messes And Must-Have Cleaning Products For When They Inevitably Happen
Kids are the dirtiest roommates you'll ever have — these products can help with that.
These 43 Baby Products Will Help Raise *You* Into Your New Parenting Role
This curated mix of reviewer-loved items is likely to have that one thing you'll look back on and wonder how you could have ever raised your baby without it.
Certain Headphones Are Safer For Your Ears. Doctors Share The Best Ones For Adults And Kids
We have some bad news about your favorite earbuds.
32 Games And Toys Grandparents Swear By For When Their Grandkids Visit
Fun and laughter guaranteed.
17 Older Adults Share The Health Advice They Regret Not Taking Earlier In Life
"I can still remember the smell of my rotten tooth when they ripped it out to this day. It smelled like death..."
A British Star’s Family Photo Is Going Viral Because People Cannot Get Over How Tall His Son Is
There’s nothing more important going on today, is there?
18 Things That'll Actually Keep Kids Occupied On Planes
Easy-to-pack fidget toys and drawing pads will be your new best friends.
Older People Are Sharing "Baffling" Things They've Noticed About Younger People In Their Teens And 20s
"I just can't handle the second-hand embarrassment when I see it."
17 Helpful Target Products That Belong In Your Diaper Bag
You're going to be ready for any messy moment that your child produces thanks to having these contents in your bag.
13 Trundle Beds You Can Pull Out For Extra Sleeping Space
From sleepovers to saving space, these trundle beds are the ultimate two-in-one solution.
People Whose Parents Got Divorced When They Were Young, Tell Me How Your Life Turned Out
I want to know all about it.
Another Popular Walz Family Recipe Just Dropped, And After Trying It Myself, I Can See Why Everyone's Obsessed With It
You better believe I'll be stress-eating these to the sight of Steve Kornacki on my TV.
Parents, What Are Some "Lies" People Should Stop Believing About Parenthood?
What is it actually like to be a parent?
Screen-Free Gifts For Under $30 That School-Age Kids Will Love
These games, craft kits and toys will put a smile on their face and keep them occupied.
“So Sweet”: Drew Barrymore Shared Her Heartwarming Reaction To Finding Her And Adam Sandler’s Daughters Watching “50 First Dates” Together
“I was like: ‘Why are you guys watching this? Don’t you get enough of me and your dad?’”
These 32 Popular Soups Are Going Head-To-Head, So I Need You To Choose The Ultimate Winner
I'm going to war for tomato.
33 Things Adults Over 28 Were Obsessed With In The 2000s
If you weren't waiting in line for every Harry Potter book and movie premiere, I don't know what to tell you.
“It’s Lucky I Have Thick Skin”: Barry Keoghan Has Reacted To Online Trolls Who Call Him A “Deadbeat Dad” And Criticize His Looks
Barry has reflected on the onslaught of negativity he’s faced on social media in recent months — and said the unfounded claims that he is an “absent father” make him “furious.”
Barry Keoghan Said He’s Still Haunted By His Late Mom “Screaming Through The Letterbox” Begging For Money Amid Her Heroin Addiction As It’s One Of The Last Times He Heard Her Voice
Barry, whose mom died from a heroin overdose when he was 12, was taken into foster care at 5 years old. By age 9, Barry had lived in over a dozen different foster homes.
I'm Genuinely Curious How Many Of These 32 "Basic" Cooking Skills You Know How To Do
If you can't make scrambled eggs, I don't know what to tell you.
34 Toys And Games Reviewers Say They Enjoyed Playing As Much As Their Kid Did
"My turn." —You when your kid pulls out laser tag
As A Young Black Girl, I Loved My Grandfather. Then I Found Out He'd Been A KKK Member.
"Unless we teach the truths of our troubled history in our school systems, our garden can’t help but be stunted; if we rise to the challenge, imagine how lush it could be."
"Old Friends Are Still Surprised I Don’t Really Get Angry Anymore": 24 "Agitating" Things That People Over 40 Have Learned To Laugh Off
"A long time ago, a friend told me, 'It's not your business what other people think of you.' It was like a light bulb went off in my head."
“We Have Seen An Alarming Increase In Colorectal Cancer In Younger People": Doctors Are Sharing The Warning Signs You Should Be Aware Of
Diagnoses in people younger than 55 have nearly doubled since 1995.
I Had An Abortion — And Didn't Realize It Until Several Weeks Later
"That’s the first thing I’d like to tell anyone who opposes the choice I made: It was several weeks after my abortion before I even knew I had one."
Some Conservatives Don't Believe Men Silence Women's Votes At The Polls — These 18 Stories Are Proving Otherwise
"I knew a man who refused to drive his elderly mother to vote all because she wanted to vote for Hillary and not Trump in 2016. The same man's wife said that she didn't want to vote for Trump after the Access Hollywood tape came out, but that she would because her husband insisted."
19 "Super Normal" Routines And Experiences From "Way Back Then" That Are Now Obsolete, According To Older Adults
"If you ate out somewhere, you'd have to walk THROUGH the smoking section to get to the non-smoking section. It was super common!"
Here Are Five Things Adults Should Never, Ever Discuss In Front Of Kids
"Kids are like sponges, absorbing everything they hear."
This 31-Year-Old Woman Shared The Subtle Signs That She Had Colon Cancer, And It's So Important
"I hope that one person sees this, gets a colonoscopy, or goes to the doctor for something they've been putting off, and it saves them."
Women Who Were Adamant About Not Having Children But Did Anyway, Open Up About What Changed For Them
"My only sister passed away, and I thought about growing old, and I just felt lonely. My husband always wanted kids, but he never told me because he knew I didn't! She is 11 months old now, and I love her so much."
The One Thing You Should Never Do In A Public Restroom, According To A Germ Expert
Droplets and aerosol particles can spray up to six feet out of the toilet when we flush.
This Is What No One Tells Women About What Happens To Your Body In Your 40s
"I, like so many other women in their 40s, am in between ― taking care of both kids and parents ― the sandwich generation. But who is taking care of us while we navigate this new territory?"
People Are Venting About The Frustrating Double Standards Of Ageism And It's Quite Eye-Opening
"The crazy part is I still think of myself as a twenty-something. I don’t look my age, but people assume that because I’m short in stature, I am incapable of doing normal everyday activities."
17 Brutally Honest Confessions From Single Dads
"Nobody cares about us. Single mothers often get support from family members and sympathy from coworkers. As single fathers, we rarely get any of that. We are alone."
Margot Robbie Is Reportedly A New Parent After Welcoming Her First Child With Husband Tom Ackerley
Here's to her growing family.
31 Toys Under $30 That Reviewers Say Their Kids Are “Obsessed” With
Don't be surprised when one of these tried-and-tested gifts beats out the pricy "must-have" toy of the season.
My Autistic Son Didn’t Have A Prom Date. What His Brother Did Next Was Beautiful.
"From a young age, siblings of kids with disabilities often need to support their parents with caretaking responsibilities and watch their brothers and sisters struggle to complete tasks that nondisabled kids might find effortless:"
"I Have Never Once Regretted It": People Are Getting Real About How They Changed Careers Later In Life, And I Needed This Today
"It is the best second act I could have envisioned for myself. I'm glad I took that leap of faith."
Therapists Are Sharing Subtle Green Flags That Prove You're With Your Forever Person, And I'm Furiously Typing These Into My Notes App
It may feel cliché, but often, a relationship that goes the distance just feels "right" in the beginning.
Moms And Dads Are Sharing Life-Changing Lessons They Learned After Having Kids Of Their Own
"Parenting is something you commit to fully and as hard as it is, it is easily the most rewarding and motivating experience of your life."
I’m Veeeeeeeeeery Curious To See If You Think These Baby Name Traditions Are Pretty Cool Or Super Cringey
Is it cool or cringe to name your baby after a celeb...
I Was A School Bully. Here's Why I Terrorized My Classmates.
"I do not remember feeling bad about the suffering I was causing. I was governed by the fear of my secret getting out."
Home Cooks Are Sharing Common Culinary "No-Nos" That Actually Have No Consequence In The Kitchen
"I know you're not supposed to use this because it apparently tastes bitter, but I do not notice any difference."
19 Parents Share The "Secrets" Their Kids Are Hiding From Them, And They Are Hilarious, Weird, And Wholesome
"My 5-year-old daughter has a stash of snacks inside of a cat tree."
People Are Sharing The Wisdom Their Grandparents Or Older Adults Gave Them That Turned Out To Be Life's Little Cheat Codes
Nothing was better than growing up with a real southern doll as a grandma.
These 13 Photos Will Challenge Your Brain In Unimaginable Ways
Another mind test.
Women Shared What Really Happens When Having An Abortion, And Their Stories Are Very Important
"I would not have this life I love so much had it not been for abortion."
A New Email Scam Is Shockingly Realistic, Here's Everything You Need To Know About Protecting Yourself
A new phishing email scam is incredibly alarming, but you don't have to fall for it. Here's how to spot it.
Parents Are Sharing Their Memorable “I Looked Away For ONE Second…” Story
"I jumped up to see that she had fallen off of the other side of the pier and was floating, face down, in the restricted part of the lake."
"It's Like Our Mouth Becomes A Cup Of Acid": Here's What The Experts Have To Say About How Sparkling Water Affects Our Health
If you've developed a bubbly-water habit, experts say there's good news and bad news...
25 Baby Products From Target For Those Of Us Who Are Not Entirely Sure Of What We’re Doing
Take it from someone who's been there.
40-Somethings, What Are You Looking Forward To The Most About Getting Older?
Share what you're looking forward to most!
These Are The Women Around The US Who Are Proudly "Canceling Out" Their Dad's Votes For Donald Trump
"What do I mean to my dad when he is willing to put his paycheck before my well-being?"
Megan Thee Stallion's New "In Her Words" Documentary Gives Heartbreaking Insight Into The Death Of Her Mom, And Taking Her Off Of Life Support
"When my mama passed away, I think I really forgot who I was."
26 Toys And Games From Walmart To Buy Now Before The Holiday Rush
It's beginning to look a lot like better-get-it-before-it's-sold-out-mas.
30 Simple Recipes That Are Warm, Cozy, And Exactly What You Need This November
We're cooking up wayyy more than just turkey this November.
People Are Sharing The Signs That Immediately Tell If Someone Isn't A Great Parent, And Please Don't Be One Of These People
"Your adult children don’t talk to you, and you 'don’t know' why."
The Internet Is Filled With Garbage, But These 21 Entitled Beggars Might Be The Trashiest You've Ever Seen
Offering a babysitter $10 to watch your three kids for seven hours a day is actually bananas.
"I Would Have Been A Terrible Mother": People In Their 40s, 50s, And Beyond Who Never Had Kids Are Sharing Whether Or Not They Regret It
"I think I could've pulled it off and done a good job as a parent. But I worry that I would have ended up resenting my children."
20 Of The Worst Problems With Millennial And Gen Z Parenting Styles, Straight From The Mouths Of Other Millennial And Gen Z Parents
"You likely are not as good of a parent as you think you are."
Older Adults Are Revealing The "Lies" About Aging That No One Talks About, And It's Shocking
"I turned 50 this year and still feel like I need an older adult to help me navigate life as it happens."
I Wanna Hear About All Of The Outdated Things Your Parents Are Too Stubborn To Stop Using
Sure, it may be quicker to use Google Maps, but it's wayyy more fun to print out MapQuest directions.
"I'm 63 Years Old And So Lonely" — Older People Are Sharing The Realities Of Being A "Senior" In Today's Society, And It's Something Everyone Should Read
"My kids and grandkids stay in touch and try to keep me from being lonely. But in reality, when they go home, I am still alone in an empty house that is filled with memories and love."
Hugh Grant Finally Revealed The Unique Names Of His 2 Youngest Daughters As He Recalled Coming Up With Them In A “Panic”
“I was in a bit of a panic with my wife on the day we named her...”
According To Longevity Experts, This Is The Breakfast You Should Be Eating For A Long Life
Starting your morning by adding years to your life? Not too shabby of a way to start the day.
18 Real-Life Accounts Of "Cryptic Pregnancies" That Aren't Even Close To What You'd Expect
"She was 37 weeks pregnant. I had seen her the day before her appointment and you would absolutely never have known by looking at her. She gave birth 10 days after finding out."
47 Toys To Buy Now Before They Sell Out During The Holidays
The 2024 Lego Star Wars advent calendar is selling faster than the Millennium Falcon can do the Kessel Run.
Barack Obama Opened Up About The "Inappropriate" Sexual Advances He Received While President And — Cough, Cough — Married To Michelle Obama
The former commander in chief has spilled on “women grabbing my butt" and what kept him grounded during his, at times, fanatical two terms in the White House.
A Groom Got This "Rude" Text From His Mom 2 Days Before His Wedding, And A Heated Debate Has Erupted
"I don't even know who they are."
“It’s Absolute Agony”: Sophie Turner Opened Up About The Realities Of Coparenting And Being Away From Her Kids When They’re With Joe Jonas
Sophie previously said that moving back to England after her split from Joe drastically improved her mental health.
"It Got So Out Of Control": Keke Palmer Opened Up About Where She Stands With Darius Jackson After Abuse Allegations
"Having a baby was a big stressor."
Divorced Men Revealed The "Hard Realities" Of Marriage That No One Talks About, And It's Shocking
"Lack of intimacy can kill a relationship. The red flags you see before marriage won't turn green just because you walk down the aisle."
People Are Predicting The Once-Popular American Traditions That Will Disappear In The Coming Decades, And Good Riddance To Some Of These
"I think it was already dying out when I was a kid. Now I barely see it..."
Older Adults Are Sharing The Little Life Moments They Didn't Realize They'd Never Experience Again, And It's Making Me Reconsider Everything
"The feeling that time is unlimited. You reach a certain age, and you realize that though you don't know what's left, a lot of the sand in the hourglass must be gone."
Here Are 11 Male Celebs Who've Been Publicly Outspoken About The Reasons Why They're Child-Free
"I don’t think I’m personally ready, nor will I ever be, to invest the time [needed] to be a great parent."
The Internet Is Obsessed With This Story Of An Elementary School Naming Their Building After Their Janitor
"unironically we should be granting these honors to people in our community more often."
Parents, Tell Us The Worst Advice You've Gotten From People Who Aren't Parents
We know you've probably gotten some terrible advice.
This Woman Wants A Divorce After Her Husband Secretly Changed Their Newborn's Birth Name Behind Her Back
"I found out my husband didn't actually register the name we had both discussed and agreed on. The name registered on the birth certificate is the last name of his boss, who is also a woman."
People Are Sharing The Silliest Things They Actually Believed As Kids, And I'm Having A Full-Blown Giggle Fit While Reading Them
"I thought that actual greenhouses caused greenhouse gases. I couldn’t figure out why they didn’t just outlaw them if they were such a problem."
"It Would Really Hurt Him If He Knew Our Son Thought This Way": 16 Parents Shared Things Their Kids Confessed To Them That They Wouldn't Dare Tell The Other Parent
"I wouldn't ever drop this on him, not even in a moment of pettiness."
Gisele Bündchen Is Pregnant With Her Third Child
People and TMZ both reported that a source close to the model confirmed the news to them.
Michelle Obama Is Going Viral For Calling Out All Men — Here's What She Said And Why It's So Important
"To the men who love us...I am asking you from the core of my being to take our lives seriously. Do not put our hands in the lives of politicians — mostly men — who have no clue or do not care about what we as women are going through."
Divorcés, We Want To Know Why Your Marriage Lasted One Year Or Less
Share your marriage and divorce stories with us!
International Parents, Tell Me What You've Noticed About Children And Parenting Abroad
It's so fascinating but never, ever talked about.
Children Of Immigrants, Tell Us The Most Important Issues On Your Mind This Election
Immigration has been one of the most pressing issues during this election season.
What Is Your Go-To Form Of Self-Care When You’re Stressed, Anxious, Or Nervous About Something?
We all have that one thing (good or bad) that we turn to.
After Previously Saying She’d “Prefer They Do Something Else,” Angelina Jolie Explained Why She Loves That Her Kids Are Working In Hollywood
“I love living this life with them and watching them just do and be all the things that they are — uniquely different people.”
