New Valentine’s Day survey reveals parents are longing for a date night out amid the pandemic
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12 Valentine’s Day activities for seniors
Need some fresh Valentine's Day activities for seniors in your life? These sweet and festive ideas offer something for everyone.
What age do babies sleep through the night? Here’s what experts say
When can you expect your infant to sleep through the night? And how do you get them to fall and...
Thrilling indoor and outdoor Winter Olympic game ideas for kids
Explore creative winter Olympic game ideas that engage children and bring the spirit of the Winter Olympics into your living...
Mom’s viral ‘out of office’ message should be a template for every working parent right now
This mom's viral out of office reply gets real about what working parents really need to get through the pandemic.
8 fun ways to teach kids about the Winter Olympics
Looking for some fun ways to get kids in the Olympic spirit? Here are a number of activities for making...
How do I start a babysitting business?
Here’s how to start a babysitting business, land great jobs and build your dream child care career, according to pros.
How to help kids with anger: 7 key tips for helping them manage this feeling
Experts weigh in on issues of anger management for kids and offer tips for helping kids regulate their emotions in...
6 questions nannies and sitters should ask before caring for kids during COVID
Here’s how to stay as safe as possible during the omicron surge, according to the experts.
Mom says middle school offered daughter shapewear to ‘fix negative body image’
A mom is speaking out after her daughter's middle school offered free shapewear for teens with poor body image.
Kids and COVID: When to test and what to do if they’re positive
What if your kid has COVID symptoms? What if they were exposed? Should you test, and when’s the best time...
How nursing homes and long-term care facilities are battling omicron
Wondering how this latest surge is affecting nursing homes and long-term care facilities? Experts offer safety advice and insight.
19 parents completely nail the torment that is sleep deprivation
Don't miss these funny tweets from sleep-deprived moms and dads — there isn’t enough coffee in the world!
16 parents reveal the stinky truth about potty training
Potty training tweets so funny you might tinkle a bit if you're not careful.
8 tips for working with highly involved parents
Working for parents who constantly check in or want the play-by-play? Try these tips for building understanding and making things...
Mom’s easy and healthy WIC-approved recipes are going viral
This mom is sharing healthy and easy WIC-approved recipes on TikTok to make meal time easier for families.
The COVID backslide: How parents can cope, according to experts
Feel like you may lose your mind all over again? Here’s how you can cope with the current COVID surge.
Schools are struggling to stay open as COVID cases are higher than ever
Schools face an uphill battle keeping classrooms open amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, and parents are feeling the strain.
15 funny tweets from parents amid the omicron surge and all its disruptions
Parents get hilariously real about the latest COVID resurgence.
7 winter safety tips for seniors and their caregivers
Follow these critical winter safety tips for older adults to help prevent common cold weather dangers for seniors.
How senior caregivers can best care for themselves through the pandemic
Experts agree that these circumstances are a case for senior caregivers to be aware of and to address their own...
COVID-19 meets flu season: How seniors and caregivers can prepare
Here are critical steps seniors and their caregivers can take to prepare for the coming flu season and continued risk...
6 questions to ask a caregiver before hiring during the pandemic
Here are the top safety questions to ask before hiring a caregiver amid the latest COVID surge.
16 easy Crock-pot dinners for families on the go
Tasty, quick and little in the way of clean-up: These easy crockpot dinners for families tick all the boxes.
8 mess-free crafts for kids
Is there really such thing as mess-free painting? Yes! And these low-mess crafts for kids and toddlers can be just...
How do I hire a nanny from start to finish?
Ready to hire a nanny but not sure where to start? Here, we take you step by step through the...
Is melatonin safe while breastfeeding?
Learn whether melatonin is safe while breastfeeding and what experts recommend for parents facing sleep difficulties.
Do pediatricians pierce ears? Yes, but you may have a hard time finding one
Looking to get your child's ear piercing done at the pediatrician's office? Here’s what you need to know.
Clever 1st birthday party ideas you didn’t know you needed
Planning a party can feel like a high-stakes proposition, and you want to get it just right. To that end,...
What are the 3 baby food stages?
Top experts and veteran parents explain what you need to know about moving little ones through the stages of baby...
5 ways to adopt a dog on the cheap
If you’re ready to bring home a new furry best friend? Here are some budget-friendly ways to save on the...
Dad asks for month-long break from being a parent and partner for his birthday
A mom is reeling after her husband’s ‘birthday month’ wish list includes things like not paying bills or taking care...
The first-day checklist for when you have a first-time babysitter
For most parents, your children’s needs are second nature. You know exactly what color cup your toddler likes to use...
12 high-fiber foods (and recipes!) kids will actually eat
Fiber rich foods for kids are so valuable for nutrition, but it's tough to get them to eat enough. Adding...
21 parenting tweets that encapsulate what we thought 2021 was going to be vs. what it was
The year started off solid for parents, but then. But then.
Why some girls wear ‘boy clothes’ — and why parents shouldn’t worry
Experts say girls who like 'boy clothing' (or vice versa) are exploring gender expression in a perfectly normal, healthy way....
15 cool nonbinary names for babies
Here are 15 trending gender neutral baby names that work for little ones of any sex.
How to teach your kids to be kind: 6 tips for raising good-hearted humans
How can you teach your kids to be kind? Is talking about it enough or is there more to it?...
Schools are closing again and parents are exhausted
A wave of school closures due to teacher shortages and rising COVID cases is driving parents to their breaking points.
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