6 steps to curbing weaponized incompetence in your relationship
Therapists and mental health experts break down six steps you can take to address weaponized incompetence from a partner and...
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On the COVID 2-year anniversary, here’s what parents of pandemic babies want you to know
21 moms who had babies during and after March 2020 share the highs, lows and poignant truths about their unique...
The future of women and work: Why it’s time to demand concrete change
The alarming effect the pandemic has had on women’s careers cannot be overstated. Women are leaving the workforce in droves....
This International Women’s Day, if you want to #BreakTheBias, start at home
It's time we all look inside our households and examine the ways caregiving and housework — from caring for kids...
Parkinson’s resources for caregivers: Where to go for information and support
Here are some of the best places to find Parkinson's disease information and support as you navigate your needs throughout...
11 heartfelt Mother’s Day activities for seniors of all ability levels
Senior care experts share top ways to celebrate Mother’s Day with senior moms of all ability levels.
Should you give your babysitter a raise?
Here are several scenarios in which you might consider paying your sitter a little extra money per hour.
8 ways nannies can make extra money
You're an amazing nanny by day, but you need to make a little extra cash. Check out these ideas and...
What to look for in a quality daycare
From safety and staffing protocols to engaged kids and teachers, here's what to look for in a daycare and how...
9 dairy-free cookies any kid will love
Baking with kids is a fun way to navigate food intolerances. Try these non-dairy cookie recipes — some also free...
6 tips for getting kids volunteering and helping others
Try this advice for getting kids involved in their community and beyond — and turn children into a lifelong volunteers.
Funny vasectomy parties and announcements to help celebrate your family’s choice
Check out the vasectomy party trend! Couples celebrate the decision to complete their family with cake, banners, photos, yard signs...
Montessori preschool: Is it right for your child?
Here's what's involved in Montessori education at the preschool level, as well as Montessori school pros and cons so you...
7 questions to ask a nanny or babysitter before hiring in the COVID era
Experts share the key health and safety questions to ask before hiring a babysitter or nanny during this stage of...
What does it mean if a baby is born with a veil?
Experts break down the childbirth phenomenon of being born with a veil, which some say, is a sign of good...
19 funny tweets that sum up our love-hate relationship with cleaning the house
Cleaning the house (or, reading about not cleaning the house) has never been so funny. Check out these relatable tweets.
Fed-up daughter says her mom expects lavish gifts on her kids’ birthdays every year
This mom expects her four kids to shower her with expensive presents on their birthdays, and her oldest daughter is...
Child developmental milestones updated for first time since 2004: What you need to know
Here's everything parents and caregivers should know about the latest updates to the developmental milestone checklists for babies and kids.
17 healthy snack ideas for kids on the go
Try these easy-to-make but healthy snack options for kids to eat in the busy after-school hours.
11 tips for teaching kids to clean their room
First, you have to teach them! Check out these 11 expert tips on how to get kids to clean up...
Dad-to-be says wife is choosing a gender neutral baby name whether he likes it or not
This new dad says he might lose the right to help name his new daughter unless he agrees to his...
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 delayed: What happens now?
Here’s what we know about the delay, what progress to expect this spring and how people are reacting to the...
Black maternal health: Where to donate in support of Black moms
Black women are at higher risk of postpartum depression, childbirth complications, premature birth and death during and after childbirth. While...
What is gentle parenting?
Here’s what experts say about gentle parenting strategies and how they can contribute to a calmer, happier home.
Mom issues urgent warning after stray hair around her baby’s toe lands him in the ER
This mom is urging parents and caregivers to be vigilant after her son ended up in the hospital with Hair...
Caffeine while breastfeeding: Will you have a wired baby?
Can you drink coffee while breastfeeding? Or a cup of tea (or three)? What caffeine is OK when nursing and...
Parents’ rules for visiting their newborn are being called ‘selfish’ and over the top
New parents are facing backlash after their strict list of rules for meeting their newborn went viral.
COVID vaccines have no impact on fertility, according to new study
Recent study finds no link between the COVID vaccines and infertility issues.
How parents and caregivers can recharge when depletion takes its toll
The pure depletion this has led to is a case for finding a way to put yourself first, says Hartstein....
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 is on the way, but parents are tired of waiting
Kids under 5 are the only group not yet approved for a COVID vaccine, and parents are exhausted.
How to use a tutor effectively
Try these strategies for maintaining quality tutoring so your child gets the most out of their sessions with a tutor.
Your first tutoring session: How students, parents and tutors can prepare
Here's how parents, children and tutors can each prepare for the first-day tutoring session in order to ensure a successful...
Experts debunk the ‘flurona’ myth and share what older adults need to know
You’re already worried about COVID and the flu. Should you also worry about “flurona”? Here’s what experts are saying.
What to look for in a babysitter: Types, traits and responsibilities
Before you search for a babysitter, familiarize with the typical babysitting types, qualities, responsibilities and duties.
10 healthy snack ideas for kids that don’t taste healthy
Try these tricks and recipes for turning good-for-you ingredients into fun healthy snacks for kids.
What is nonbinary gender identity? How to explain to kids (and conscious adults)
What is nonbinary? Whether you're an adult seeking more info or trying to explain the term to kids, here's how...
Dementia and food: 13 tips to make sure a senior is eating enough
Alzheimer’s and dementia cause significant changes in the brain, which can turn the seemingly simple everyday task of eating into...
Stressed out moms met on a field to scream, which basically sums up life right now
After two years of pandemic parenting, a group of moms met up to scream out their COVID rage.
6 simple ways caregivers can support seniors’ heart health
Because caregivers help manage a senior's diet, movement and doctor’s visits, they can make an enormous impact in a senior’s...
What does an overnight caregiver do (and cost)?
Here, the basics on overnight caregiver services and what you can expect to pay for them.