14 cheap goody bag ideas for kids
With all the stress of planning your child’s party, it’s easy to overlook the party favors and goody bags — but that...
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Continuing care retirement community cost: Can you afford it?
How much does a CCRC cost? Experts explain what the entrance fees, monthly charges and contracts mean for your future...
6 myths about aging: What you’ve got wrong, according to experts
There’s no doubt that there are lots of ways society — and even we ourselves, including caregivers at times —...
How to keep fighting between siblings from getting out of hand
Just as you get annoyed with your partner for constantly leaving dirty socks on the floor, siblings often get irked...
How to cope when your aging parent starts dating or begins a new relationship
It's normal to feel uncomfortable, anxious or even angry when your parent enters a new relationship. Here's how to cope.
Time to double mask against new COVID-19 strains, experts warn
By now, most Americans are used to wearing a face mask whenever they step out, but new warnings from health...
Schools may be closer to reopening than we thought, according to a new CDC report
For most U.S. families, the 2020-2021 school year has been chaotic at best. Many kids have been distance learning or...
What anti-racist child care looks like, why it’s important and how to find it
You may not know how to identify early childhood education that incorporates the culture of anti-racism or where to find...
YouTube star Jojo Siwa comes out and inspires kids to be true to themselves
Singer and social media star JoJo Siwa has long been a celebrity icon for young kids, thanks to her big...
Finding long-term care that prioritizes fitness and healthy living
Understand the critical role of long term care in promoting physical fitness and mental well-being for seniors.
What are continuing care retirement communities?
What is a CCRC? Experts explain the cost and benefits of continuing care communities and how to decide if they're...
The pros and cons of continuing care retirement communities
Before making the move to a CCRC, here are the continuing care retirement community pros and cons to consider.
Why is exercise important for kids?
Discover why exercise is important for kids and how it supports their mental health and physical development in fun ways.
Parents aren’t here for TikTok mom’s claim that cribs are ‘baby jail’ and bedtimes are abusive
If you took a tour of various baby rooms across the country, you’d probably find two common things: a crib...
How COVID-19 affects the brain and how it could lead to dementia in older adults
When COVID-19 first began to ravage the globe last year, most of the medical focus lay on patients’ respiratory symptoms....
15 portable activities for entertaining kids on the go
If there’s one situation you don’t ever want to find yourself in, it’s being out and about with a kiddo...
Experts say kids are getting too much screen time — but parents are refusing to be shamed
It’s not an easy time to be a parent. Since the spring of last year, many families have juggled the...
Couple battles COVID alongside aging parents and kids — and now, they’re raising awareness
As news of the coronavirus pandemic began sweeping the United States in early 2020, Kirstin Johnson-Nixon quickly began changing her...
9 ways to save money on tutoring
Check out these expert tips for finding tutoring discounts and even free programs for tutoring.
Why saving your child’s baby teeth could be beneficial in the future
While parents have been saving their children’s baby teeth in memory boxes for decades, saving baby teeth for stem cells...
25 reasons dogs are the best pets on Earth
If you’re a dog owner, you probably already know just how awesome dogs are. They fill your life with love,...
Dad sabotages wife’s $5K+ gender reveal scheme — and the internet applauds
Not everyone is a fan of gender reveals, but the steps one dad took to avoid having one for his...
‘Caillou’ has been cancelled and parents can hardly contain their glee
There’s good news for parents who can’t stand the popular kids’ show “Caillou.” After more than 20 years on the...
Questions to ask nursing home staff when touring a facility
There’s no such thing as “too many questions” when touring a nursing home. When it comes to questions to ask...
What questions should I ask while touring an assisted living community?
Make the right move with these key questions to ask an assisted living community, from financial and medical must-knows to...
What is a nursing home? All the details, according to experts
From skilled nursing facilities to memory care units, here’s everything to know about nursing homes before committing.
15 things cats teach us about life
What do cats teach us about living a happy, healthy life? A lot. The next time you need a little...
COVID-19 vaccines for seniors: What we know and what to plan for
A senior’s ability to get a COVID-19 vaccine currently depends on where they live, their health, age and occupation. Many...
12 ways COVID changed school and education for the better
The history books will, no doubt, mark 2020 as a year that changed American education. The rampant spread of coronavirus...
New ‘no sugar before age 2’ guidelines are already being mocked
Most parents worry about their kids eating too many sweets, but new dietary guidelines put forth by the U.S. government...
Video of mom ‘tossing’ baby in the snow brings out the parent-shaming
You wouldn’t expect people to get angry over a video of a mom playing in the snow with her giggly...
Second COVID relief checks are coming but fall short for millions of struggling families
A second wave of COVID-19 relief is on its way to many Americans this week, despite bipartisan criticism that the...
22 great Russian baby names
Here's some solid inspiration for good Russian boy names and Russian girl names and what they mean.
17 unique onesies for newborns
Cute and cool newborn onesies make great gifts for baby showers or any occasion to welcome a new baby.
Biden’s plan for older Americans: What you should know, according to experts
Older adults in the U.S. face some of the most significant health and economic challenges that could potentially be addressed...
11 dairy-free desserts kids will love
Your child wants cupcakes for a birthday treat, but their diet is strictly dairy-free. You’ve searched the cookbooks, but all...
101 odd jobs you can hire someone else to do
Looking to hire help or find a side gig? From errands to yard work, explore 101 odd jobs and chores...
Lessons we can learn from famous housekeepers
From Rosario to Tony Micelli, these famous maids always stole the show — and shared life lessons along the way.
How to get poop out of everything
Learn effective methods to eliminate poop stains and odors from most fabrics and materials. From carpets to clothing, these expert...
Is the tooth fairy real? The best way to respond when your kids ask
The tooth fairy: one of the most enchanting figures of modern American mythology. As a child grows and starts to...