Boys’ and girls’ departments at major retailers would be banned by a proposed bill
Kids sections at stores in California may be getting a gender neutral makeover. The state legislature has introduced a new...
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6 summer 2021 family vacation ideas, ranked from most to least risky
You’ve been stuck in the house for — what? — a year now and you’re itching for a vacation. A...
I get bored as a stay-at-home mom. Here are 7 ways to beat the boredom and burnout
For a host of practical reasons, becoming a stay-at-home mom was the right choice for me and my family. And...
When your spouse has dementia: How to cope following diagnosis
Finding out that your spouse or partner has been diagnosed with any type of disease can be a scary and...
How to create a plan of care for your senior caregiver
When you’re hiring a caregiver to look after your elderly loved one — especially one with dementia or other mental...
5 common issues with in-home caregivers and how to address them
Having an in-home caregiver may come with a unique set of work issues. Here's how to best address them.
Emergency medical checklist for older adults: Here’s what to include
No emergency situation is simple, but those with seniors can be even more complicated due to numerous medications, doctors, insurance...
6 benefits of hiring a summer nanny
Between summer camps, soccer practices and playdates, summertime means transportation to and from different places, and multiple kids means multiple...
7-year-old is selling lemonade to fund her brain surgeries and people are furious
A 7-year-old raising funds for her own brain surgeries has sparked a national conversation about the failures of the U.S....
How to find an anti-racist long-term care facility, according to experts
As our nation reckons with its legacy of racism, family caregivers grapple with the implications of racism on the long-term...
16 sensory activities for toddlers and preschoolers
Sensory activities for toddlers are wildly beneficial for development — and they needn't be elaborate. Here, 16 fun ideas to...
Mom’s viral TikTok proves there’s no ‘best’ way to raise a child
What is the “best” way to raise a child? There’s no right answer, but it’s a topic parents spend a...
21 best birthday party games for kids of all ages
Experts share fun, easy-setup party games to keep your young guests happy and entertained.
A year without child care: Parents tell us how they’re surviving (Spoiler: Send help!)
Ashley Howard of White Plains, New York has three kids, ages 2, 3 and 6. She works in account management...
Indoor activities for seniors of all ability levels
Discover enjoyable indoor activities tailored for seniors of all ability levels and designed to keep everyone engaged and active.
4 common in-home senior care challenges and how to overcome them
It can sometimes be hard for someone to accept that they need extra help at home. Wanting to stay independent...
What is adult day care and what are the benefits?
Here’s what adult day services offer, plus tips for finding a program, according to experts.
What is an aging life care manager — and should you hire one?
Whether you’re an older adult or a concerned family caregiver, the decisions you need to make surrounding aging safely, comfortably...
Top 10 ugly dog breeds with character and charm
These ugly dog breeds might not be considered classic beauties, but that's precisely their charm.
Comprehensive sex education should start sooner than you think, say researchers
A new study is challenging the way some adults think about sex education. While some think lessons on the birds...
7 fun games and activities for 1-year-olds
From fantasy play and imitating the grown-ups to other age-appropriate activities, try any of these fun games to play with...
Night terrors in toddlers: What they look like and how to help kids who have them
From what causes night terrors in kids to the age most children outgrow them, medical experts offer insight.
How risky are playdates? Here’s what parents and caregivers need to know
Everyone is bearing the brunt of COVID differently, and for kids, the ultimate sacrifice has been face-to-face time with friends....
How living like the “Golden Girls” can help older adults thrive
When it came time for Marianne Kilkenny, 71, to decide where she wanted to retire and what her next step...
Frustrated parents stage ‘Zoom blackout’ to protest school closures
Tensions between parents and teachers in some areas are heating up as the pandemic continues to keep kids out of...
19 spring crafts for kids of all ages
On the hunt for easy spring crafts for preschoolers, toddlers or big kids? Don't miss these bright and cheery craft...
Pandemic further harms older Black Americans’ mental health — here’s how to help
Over the course of the pandemic, Black seniors in particular have been dealt a harder hand. According to a Kaiser...
Child sleep disorder or just trouble sleeping? What to try and when to seek help
From kids who wake up crying in the middle of the night to sleep disorders in children (no, they’re not...
Hospitals introduce new gender-neutral language to include every parent
A U.K. hospital system is making headlines for a new gender inclusive policy that changes the way health workers talk...
How to tell kids about divorce in the most loving, compassionate way
It’s probably the most painful conversation you will ever have as a parent: breaking the news to your kid(s) that...
4 cultural differences to be mindful of when caring for seniors
Cultural differences in senior care matter more than ever. Here are key things to keep in mind when caring for...
New mom rewrites her resume using just her parenting skills and people are cheering
Sydney Williams has a busy life as a marketing director and the mom of two boys under 3. Despite the...
Cannon launched at baby shower leads to the death of a guest and people are fed up
Baby showers typically include cake, gifts and silly games, but one thing you don’t expect to find at these parties...
School faces backlash for letting parents opt kids out of Black History Month curriculum
A Utah charter school is under fire for giving parents the choice to opt their kids out of Black History...
How Medicare and Medicaid cover long-term care
Medicare and Medicaid. Their names are frustratingly easy to confuse or misstate. But when you’re navigating the emotionally charged (and...
Long-term care insurance: The basics
Planning out how to care for yourself and your loved ones years down the road from now might not be...
81- and 90-year-old hosts of hilarious “Call Your Grandmother” podcast are just getting started
Looking for new utterly upbeat, inspiring entertainment? Then you’ll want to consider “Call Your Grandmother,” a just-launched podcast hosted by...
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16 free typing games for kids
If you want to get kids excited about learning or improving their typing skills, introduce them to some fun typing...
Black seniors are harder hit by COVID-19 — here’s why
Early in the pandemic, in April 2020, COVID-19 outbreak took place at an Atlanta-based nursing home where almost all residents of...