Parents
Michelle Yeoh Called Her Inability To Have Children The "Biggest Sadness" Of Her Life
“Maybe that is the biggest sadness in my life, that I cannot have kids."
Reviewers With Kids Say These 27 Parenting Products Are “Essentials”
You're crushing this whole parenting thing.
Older Adults Who Chose To Remain Single Are Revealing What Their Lives Are Actually Like
"I have never wanted kids. I'm 43 and never changed my mind, regardless of people constantly telling me I would once I met 'the one.' I fell in love and still never wanted kids. I'm divorced and happy. I'm single because I'm not afraid to be."
People Revealed Disturbing Family Secrets They Discovered As Adults, And It's A Doozy
"I was an only child my whole life. Then, when my dad died in my thirties, I learned my cousin was actually my brother."
After Watching Our Twins Die, Our Marriage Almost Didn't Make It. Here's How We Found Our Way Back.
"I would never wish such unbearable heartbreak on another person."
20 Products For Kids Who Like To Help Their Parents With Things Around The House
They'll love this new level of independence, and you'll love not having to clean up after them.
17 Brutally Honest Confessions From People Who Strongly Disagree With Their Family Members' Political Views
"My dad asked me who I voted for. I asked why it mattered, and he told me he knew what that meant and that I voted for the wrong person."
61 Fun Gifts For Toddlers That’ll Fill Your Home With Joy Instead Of Chaos (For Once)
Puffy stickers, wooden blocks, a lil' chair to call their own — you're about to be your toddler's holiday hero.
25 Cool Toys From Target That Basically Any Kid Will Love
The look on a child's face when they're bummed about a present they received is brutal. Let's avoid that.
I'm A Home Cook With A Spreadsheet Of HUNDREDS Of Recipes I've Tried, And I Want To Share Personalized Recommendations For You To Try
Finding an A+ recipe on the internet is hard, so please, let me help.
I Left America To Raise My Child In The Netherlands, And I Ran Into Something I Never Expected
"I was lured by the scenic charm — which the Netherlands certainly delivered. What I couldn’t have imagined was the peace this country would give me in a decision that wasn’t easy for me to make."
This Woman's Controversial Obituary For Her Mom Caused Outrage — But I Think We Need More Like It
"My grandmother died last fall. As far as I know, she remained abusive to her last breath. I don’t believe there is any way to honor her life as she chose to live it and, for this reason, no one in the family has written an obituary for her."
Parents Are Busy Enough, But They Loved These 29 Products So Much That They Made Time To Make A TikTok About Them
Parents love their kids, but these products miiigghhtttt just come a close second.
"Why Do They Hate Me?": Parents Are Sharing What Their Children Are Asking Post-Election, And It's Incredibly Important
Experts explain how parents and caregivers can reassure children during this time.
15 Brutally Honest Confessions From Older Adults About What Aging Really Feels Like
"Honestly, the cognitive understanding that I have more years behind me than ahead of me freaks me out a bit. Where did all those years go?"
I Take My Young Daughters To A Clothing-Optional Hot Spring Every Year. Here's Why.
"I want my daughters to know that all bodies, regardless of size, age, gender, skin tone, disabling conditions or prevalence of cellulite, are deserving of pleasure and capable of experiencing pleasure."
Boomers Are Grieving Not Becoming Grandparents — And Millennials Aren't Having It
The grief of not having grandkids is valid — but so, too, are the reasons people are choosing not to have children today.
John Krasinski Recalled Experiencing An “Unbelievable Head Trip” When He Realized His Daughters Had No Idea He Was Famous And Thought He Was An Accountant
“She hadn’t seen the show. I think I was an accountant in her eyes… It’s a pretty wild thing for them to process.”
21 "Hard Realities" Of Marriage That People Never Talk About, According To Divorced Women
"The hardest part was pretending with family and friends in public that everything was good. In reality, he was the worst at home. It was so strange to watch women fawn over him like he was so great while I just thought, 'Wow, if you only knew.'"
Here’s Everything There Is To Know About Hugh Grant’s Seriously Sweet — And Super Private — Relationship With His Five Kids
He really is a big ol’ softie underneath that grumpy old man act.
17 "Lies" And "Misconceptions" About Parenting You Should STOP Believing, Straight From Parents
"People will tell you they would LOVE to help when the baby comes! This is a lie. Do not believe them. Plan to do this alone or with paid help only. The village is dead."
46 Stocking Stuffers For Kids They'll Truly Love
These goodies will bring *so* much joy to the little ones (and older kids) on Christmas morning — nice work, Santa.
This Dangerous Money Habit Is Becoming More Common And Experts Are Begging You Not To Do It
Data suggests the 2024 election is fueling this bad habit.
35 Toys That Just About Any Kid Would Love To Get
"Six months later and they still play with this all the time." —A happy reviewer
My Husband And I Left Our Spouses To Be Together. Here’s What I've Learned About Love.
The judgment we faced from some of our family members and friends was the least of our worries.
25 Target Stocking Stuffers For Kids They'll Truly Love
From fidgets to the viral screaming goat — these stocking stuffers will have them jumping for joy.
24 Incredibly Honest Confessions From People Who Voted Differently Than Their Partners
"When me and my husband met, I knew he had voted for Trump in 2016, but at that point, it wasn’t uncommon. While I am more liberal, I do have many conservative beliefs, so I understood. But this year was the biggest shift for me. It felt like he was buying into something I just couldn’t understand. That he wasn’t even fully understanding his decision. We now have a 3-year-old child, and I feel lost. I still love my partner, but I cannot imagine how he could believe that Trump is the right choice for our child’s future."
People Are Sharing The "Horrifying" Items Someone Can Have In Their Home That Signals They're A "Red Flag"
"This was a room dedicated to Hitler, the Nazis, and everything else vile."
23 Petty, Petty, Petty People Who Took Something From Their Ex For Revenge When They Got Divorced
"My ex took half of the DVD collection, including movies they hated, just out of pettiness."
17 Dangerous, Disturbing, And Downright Deadly Baby Products From Back In The Day
Here I am worrying if an organic food pouch that's been out of the fridge an hour is still good and babies back in the day had lawn chair car seats.
Men Are Sharing Everyday Things That Irk The Heck Out Of Them, And I Never Considered Some Of These
"In the summer, I can't even move by the end of the day because my entire crotch looks like a murder scene."
Here Are 29 Things Almost Every Single Millennial Had In Their Parents' House Growing Up In The '90s, But I Am Curious If You Had Them Too
TBH, some of these things might still be in your childhood home.
"You're Setting Them Up For Disappointment": People With Kids Are Sharing The Modern Parenting Trends They 100% Disagree With
"I don't necessarily disagree with this concept, but I think many parents who practice it don't fully understand it."
After He Shared Anti-Kamala Harris Videos, Kim Kardashian Confirmed She Took Down Son Saint West's YouTube Page
"It's a kid. He has no idea."
Kim Kardashian Said That “No Matter What Kind Of Help” She Has, She’s Still “Basically Raising Four Kids” On Her Own
“I just think that no matter what kind of help I have, I’m basically raising four kids by myself here."
Just 25 Walmart Toys Your Kids Will Actually Play With More Than Once
From toddlers to big kids — these toys get some serious play.
This Wild Story About A Mom Disinviting Her Daughter From Thanksgiving Is A Perfect Example Of How The Holidays Can Bring Out The Absolute Worst In People
Gobble gobble, here comes the Thanksgiving family drama...
Children Of Divorced Parents Or Those Who Should Have Split Are Speaking Up, And Their Stories Might Surprise You
"Now that I am a licensed psychologist, it is much easier for me to look back and identify the poor boundaries."
Share With Us The Trashiest Thing A Family Member Has Done At A Holiday Get-Together
It's the most wonderful time of the year, until someone starts getting a little too honest at the dinner table.
"This Show Needs To Be Cancelled" — People Are Livid About This Fake Pregnancy Storyline That "RHONY" Just Pulled
"This show needs to be cancelled, the cast is beyond repair. What a horrible season, i’m speechless" —@isbyeathreat
Older Adults Are Getting Brutally Honest About The Things You Have To Start Doing To Consider Yourself A "Real Adult"
"I know this sounds politically charged, but by 30, people should still be able to converse and be respectful while disagreeing."
Women Are Sharing Why They Will No Longer Have Kids After Trump Won The Election, And Everyone Should Read This
"I lost my sister due to pregnancy complications when our state didn't let her have an abortion. I’m scared of that happening to me."
Tom Brady Got Real About Why It "Sucks" To Be One Of His Children
"I want him to know that his dad's got his back."
I Built A Life In America, Feeling Like I Belonged. Then I Realized It Could All Be Taken Away In An Instant.
"It’s unimaginable to me that I could be deported after having given so much to have what I have now, only for it to be stripped from me and consolidated into a duffle bag if I was sent back."
10 Nepo Babies Who Ended Up Becoming More Famous Than Their Celeb Parents
Some celebrity kids feel the pressure of their parents, but not these ones.
My Daughter Almost Died At Summer Camp. Here's What I Wish I Told Her Before She Went.
“We don’t know what’s wrong,” I plead. A team of doctors descend upon us.
16 Stories Of Men Doing Really Wholesome Things That Prove Toxic Masculinity Is A Disease
Men being kind and cute with animals is definitely a theme here, and I'm not mad at it.
I Live Halfway Across The World To Hide A Secret Life From My Parents
"Until I get there, I am a 25-year-old woman living a secret life with two dogs and a partner my parents don’t know anything about."
Parents Have Spoken: No Need To Search Further, These 31 Baby Products Reign Supreme
A pair of wearable breast pumps, a bottle sterilizer, a baby swing — everything you need to make life with a baby a whole lot easier.
Olivia Munn Said She And John Mulaney Weren't Dating When She Was First Pregnant
"I barely knew him."
This Teacher Caught Her Quiet Student Talking To A ChatGPT Tool Like It's Their Friend, And More Teachers Are Revealing The Scary Ways AI Has Affected Their Classroom
"I teach high school, and it has become increasingly clear that nothing these kids submit is original."
A New Study Has Revealed A Serious Downside To Being A Firstborn Or Only Child
The unique pressures of being firstborn could hurt children's mental health.
31 Toys Your Preschooler Will Actually Play With
Because endless energy and boundless curiosity call for a top-tier toy stockpile.
14 Happy News Stories From This Week That Won't Cure Your Depression, But Might Lighten The Mental Load
Don't worry, I'm crying happy tears this time.
My 7-Year-Old Was The Target Of An Antisemitic Joke. Here's What I Told Him.
"I slowed down the car, my heart pounding as I processed what I'd just heard."
Megan Fox Is Pregnant With Her Fourth Child
The actor shared the announcement in a moving Instagram post that appeared to honor a past miscarriage.
This Teacher Was Discussing Hurricanes When A Student Spouted A GOP Conspiracy Theory, And Waaaaay Too Many Teachers Can Relate
"When we had the eclipse last year a kid in my room didn't return his viewing permission slip because he 'knows what the government is trying to do.'"
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Just Shared His Pride For A 13-Year-Old Boy Who Broke Down In Tears In Front Of Him
“Us boys never want to be emotional in front of people, let alone cry in front of grown men we look up to.”
Andy Samberg Recalled Being Impressed When Amy Adams Refused To Partake In A “Dirty” And Inappropriate “Saturday Night Live” Skit To Protect Her Young Fans
"I can’t do that. Little girls are so obsessed with Enchanted right now. They will find this, and it will be scarring for them."
25 Toys From Walmart That Won't Disappoint The Toddler In Your Life
Toddlers just wanna have fun — and these toys will check that goal off the holiday list.
People Are Sharing The Wildly Out-Of-Date Things Their Parents Refuse To Let Go Of, And Honestly I Get It
Maybe things just used to be made better...
20 Target Products That'll Make You The Fun Adult In Your Kids' Lives
It's not a competition — but if it was, you'd win.
"I'm Pretty Sure They're Now Illegal": 35 Now-Obsolete Home Features That Were, Believe It Or Not, The HEIGHT Of Luxury Back In The Day
"My grandma splurged for foil and velvet wallpaper in silver and a pea soup color. They were the toast of the culdesac."
27 Parent-Approved Toys That Cost Less Than $25 But Offer Hours Of Entertainment
Consider these an investment in peace and quiet.
The 2024 Baby2Baby Gala Had Some Of The Best Looks Of 2024, And I Want To Know If You Agree
When I tell you the mothers were mothering, I mean it with all of my bleeding millennial heart.
Adults Are Sharing Basic Things They Don't Understand, And It's Proof The Education System Has Failed Us
A little white lie never went so far...
40 Splurgeworthy Products You’ll Do The Whole Family A Favor Buying
Nothing bonds a family together quite like a "dog bed for humans" and a WiFi–connected air fryer they can boss around with voice control.
27 Parenting Products Worth The Price Because They’ll Stick Around For The Second Kid
Consider these items an investment in your family.
If You Voted To "Cancel Out" A Family Member's Vote, How Are You Dealing With The Results Of The Election?
Now that the votes are in, tell us how it's affecting your family.
26 Genius Parenting Products That Can Handle Those Sneaky Problems You Never Saw Coming
The only thing these fabulous finds can't give you is a good night's rest.
Judging Couples Who Slept In Different Bedrooms Was Easy Until I Realized It Was The Secret To My Own Happiness
"I couldn’t understand my couple friends who slept separately. I wondered to myself if it was a sign of a bigger problem in their relationship."
25 Target Toys To Keep Your Toddler Entertained Longer Than Two Minutes
More toddler engagement = more time for you. Everyone wins.
People Are Sharing The Things They Say Are The Best Feeling In The World, And You'll Be Hard Pressed To Disagree
Sometimes, the simplest moments — like a warm cup of coffee on a chilly morning or finding money in your pocket — can feel like pure magic.
31 Popular Toys That Are Bound To Sell Out During The Holidays
I've learned that kids these days really like magical reveals and Bluey.
I Found God, Became A Pastor And Then Lost My Faith. Here's What I Believe In Now.
"I could not understand why the God who supposedly had numbered the hairs on our heads would not show up for these women."
47 Stocking Stuffers Both Kids And Adults Will Love
Fun, small presents for the young (and young at heart).
"This Is My Home, My Sanctuary, And I’ve Worked Hard For It." This Man Is Refusing To Let His Financially Desperate Parents Move In With Him, And Now It's Causing A MAJOR Rift In Their Family
"The issue isn't about my not offering to help; the issue is that they are trying to take over my home."
Experienced Parents, Time To Share Your Go-To Advice When Meeting New Parents
Share your secrets with those in need!
Thanksgiving Dinner: I Need A Parent's Guide To Surviving The Stress
Dinner for 2...dozen.
Moms And Dads, Tell Us The Biggest Regrets You Have Since Becoming A Parent
Being a parent is tough work.
25 Walmart Toys You Can Gift To Kids If Your Goal Is To Be The Fun Aunt Or Uncle
Oh yeah, you're definitely the favorite.
"Good For Her": People Are Sharing The Things The Women In Their Life Got To Do For The First Time After Toxic Men Were Gone
"After I divorced my husband of 28 years, I got a Costco card, got to park my car in the garage, and felt like a bird let out of her cage."
DDG Published A Video Urging Fans Not To “Hate On” Halle Bailey After She Said She “Overreacted” To Him Bringing Their 11-Month-Old Son On A Livestream
“Mentally, y’all don’t know what she’s going through when it comes to postpartum… She has to always consider Halo in every situation.”
Moms Are Sharing What They're Telling Their Children About The 2024 Election Results, And It's Heartbreaking But Important
"I think women are pushed to look on the bright side much of our lives. Having not ever had a female president in the history of America deserves some righteous anger and rage."
Reese Witherspoon And Natalie Portman Are Among The Stars To Have Reacted To Rashida Jones’s Emotional Tribute To Her Late Father Quincy Jones
“I’ll miss his hugs and kisses and unconditional devotion and advice.”
20 Game-Changing Target Products For New Parents That'll Make It Feel Like You've Done This Before
Get ready for the "you make it look so easy" comments to come pouring in.
Just 29 Games Reviewers Say Were Fun For The Whole Family
No one's safe from the flying burrito. Not even grandma.
I Accidentally Joined A Playgroup Full Of QAnon Moms. Here’s What Happened.
"As a Houston transplant, and a Muslim homeschool mom in a state where homeschooling is popular among the alt-right, I had expected to find myself at its epicenter, but that hadn’t been the case until this year."
Just 25 Affordable Walmart Toys That Won’t Blow Your Holiday Shopping Budget
If a mini flying drone doesn't impress them, I don't know what will.
If You And Your Partner Voted For Different Candidates, What Have The Last Couple Days Been Like In Your Relationship?
Now that we know who won the 2024 election, tell us how you and your partner are reacting to the news.
31 Toys And Games To Buy Now Before The Holiday Rush
Shop now and fa-la-la-la-la until Christmas morning.
"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.
