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How to get your toddler to take medicine – try this simple hack

How to get your toddler to take medicine – try this simple hack

This hack will help parents to get their toddlers to take medicine. Try it, it's pretty simple.
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If you love Disney, these are the motivational quotes to complete your nursery decor

If you love Disney, these are the motivational quotes to complete your nursery decor

Disney-loving families will find the perfect motivational quotes for kids to help keep their focus on the positive, while leaning on the quotes as room decor.
A child's room that's a bit messy with toys and items all over

Need to clean out the playroom? This is where you should donate toys

Need to clean out the playroom? This is where you should donate toys

Your child's room fills up quickly with all those gifting occasions. To answer the question of where the toy donations near me are, think locally.
Smiling girl with chemistry set

Funny science jokes kids will love – and you might just enjoy them, too!

Funny science jokes kids will love – and you might just enjoy them, too!

Science jokes for kids are a great way to get children giggling and interested in the subject.
Toddler refusing to eat healthy lunch/snack of fruit and drink her milk

Almost half of kids ages 1 to 5 don’t eat a daily veggie (and one-third don’t eat fruit)

Almost half of kids ages 1 to 5 don’t eat a daily veggie (and one-third don’t eat fruit)

A study has shown that almost 50% of kids between the ages of 1 and 5 aren't eating vegetables daily.
A family watches TV on a couch

Your favorite childhood movies will be your kid’s favorite, too

Your favorite childhood movies will be your kid’s favorite, too

These are childhood movies to watch with your little human to show them the value of family and friendship and that kindness is always the right choice.
Mother laughing with her young daughter

Gentle parenting: Does it really work? You’ll want to read this first

Gentle parenting: Does it really work? You’ll want to read this first

What is gentle parenting, and is it the right parenting style for your family? It's a personal decision, but we have information to help.
Kindergarten boy watering plants in the garden

The best chores for kindergartners: Teach responsibility in an age-appropriate way

The best chores for kindergartners: Teach responsibility in an age-appropriate way

Are kindergarteners too young for chores? No. Here are the top chores for kindergarteners that help teach responsibility.
Excited family boarding an airplane for family reunion

These are the best cities for kid-friendly vacations

These are the best cities for kid-friendly vacations

Check out this ranking of the top cities in the U.S. before planning your next kid-friendly vacation.
Children playing in a Montessori bedroom

Floor beds are trending. Is the hallmark Montessori sleep space for your little one?

Floor beds are trending. Is the hallmark Montessori sleep space for your little one?

Montessori is trending and so are floor beds. These sleep spaces aren't new, though. Should you get one for your child? Read on.
Pregnant woman sleeping on her side

A new study says pregnant women should do this before bed

A new study says pregnant women should do this before bed

A new study shows that dimming lights before bed can help reduce the risk of gestational diabetes.
Table full of Easter desserts

Easy Easter desserts kids will hop over

Easy Easter desserts kids will hop over

Looking for easy dessert ideas for the Easter holiday? Here are simple Easter dessert recipes the kids will love.
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Road trip games for laugh-out-loud fun in the car (and no devices!)

Road trip games for laugh-out-loud fun in the car (and no devices!)

Want to keep kids busy on your next road trip? Try these awesome road trip games kids will want to play.
Table set with side dishes for Easter

Tasty Easter side dishes to bring to the table that will get the kids excited

Tasty Easter side dishes to bring to the table that will get the kids excited

Easter side dishes are often the most popular foods on the table. Try these tasty Easter side recipes this spring that will get the kids excited to eat.
Teen girls holding basket of Easter eggs wearing bunny ears

What to put in Easter Eggs for tweens and teens so they actually look forward to the hunt

What to put in Easter Eggs for tweens and teens so they actually look forward to the hunt

Looking for Easter egg filler ideas for tweens and teens? We've got several that they'll actually like.
Kids scaling a rock wall

The best youth sports for nonathletic kids who want to compete

The best youth sports for nonathletic kids who want to compete

Not all kids want to be athletes but there's real value in sport. Here are some great, less athletic options.
Colored Easter eggs lined up in the grass

A complete guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing eggs for Easter

A complete guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing eggs for Easter

A guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing your eggs for this Easter.
A parent having a talk with their child.

Is the tooth fairy real? What to tell your kids about the tooth-stealing ninja when they ask

Is the tooth fairy real? What to tell your kids about the tooth-stealing ninja when they ask

Whether you want to keep the fairy tale alive or tell the truth, if your child asked if the Tooth Fairy is real, we have the backstory to give them.
A boy and girl having fun during an Easter egg hunt

10 treats for your toddler’s Easter eggs that aren’t candy

10 treats for your toddler’s Easter eggs that aren’t candy

Are you looking for candy alternatives to fill your Easter eggs? We've got you covered with 10 great treats that aren't candy.
An ultrasound on a screen

What to expect at every ultrasound and how many you may have

What to expect at every ultrasound and how many you may have

You'll have a few ultrasounds during pregnancy. Here's what to expect at the 8-week ultrasound and every one after, plus why you may need more.
Family cooking together

Save money and avoid food waste: This site finds family dinner ideas using what you already have

Save money and avoid food waste: This site finds family dinner ideas using what you already have

This site helps you create meals with what you have in your fridge and avoid food waste.
Produce, sugar, and diabetes monitoring equipment on a blue overlay

You failed your 1-hour glucose test – now what?

You failed your 1-hour glucose test – now what?

You failed your 1-hour pregnancy glucose test, and you're upset. Breathe. Here's what will likely happen next based on your blood sugar levels.
Yellow riddle box with question marks on it

Easy riddles for kids to help them learn – and you might enjoy them, too

Easy riddles for kids to help them learn – and you might enjoy them, too

Kid riddles make children laugh and teach problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Here are easy riddles for kids to get started.
A mother and child working together in the kitchen preparing a meal

What a stay-at-home parent would make if we paid them

What a stay-at-home parent would make if we paid them

Let's break down what a stay-at-home mom — or any stay-at-home parent — would make if they were paid for all of the jobs they do for free.
A menstrual pad being held on a pink background

What is implantation bleeding like? Facts you should know about when and why this happens

What is implantation bleeding like? Facts you should know about when and why this happens

Implantation bleeding vs. period bleeding is different in terms of flow and timing. Can implantation bleeding be heavy? We've got the answer.
A woman doing stretches at home

These are the diastasis recti exercises to help repair your stomach

These are the diastasis recti exercises to help repair your stomach

We have diastasis recti exercises to help put your stomach back together if you develop the condition during pregnancy.
Tooth smile with missing tooth

How much does the tooth fairy pay? The answer may shock you

How much does the tooth fairy pay? The answer may shock you

The amount that the tooth fairy pays per tooth increases every year. Find out how much she gives on average nationally and how it varies by region.
Two children dressed up in Harry Potter costumes while reading the books

Inspirational quotes for kids from their favorite Harry Potter characters

Inspirational quotes for kids from their favorite Harry Potter characters

If your child happens to be a Potterhead, these are inspirational quotes for kids to read to them straight from their beloved Harry Potter characters.
Detox soup, chicken and vegetables

5 healthy detox soups to feed your family this spring

5 healthy detox soups to feed your family this spring

5 healthy detox soups to feed your family this spring that are packed with veggies.
Pregnant mom making a list of boy names

From Emerson to Jagger, here are some top rare boy names to consider for you little bundle

From Emerson to Jagger, here are some top rare boy names to consider for you little bundle

What are the best rare boy names and what do they mean? Here are the top unique baby boy names.
Little girl cleaning her home

Why your kids should do their own spring cleaning – none of you will regret their little helping hands

Why your kids should do their own spring cleaning – none of you will regret their little helping hands

There are many reasons why your kids should be helping out with spring cleaning. Here's the list of benefits.
Woman in yellow dress holding 3D sonogram pregnancy announcement

3D ultrasounds are trending: Should you get one?

3D ultrasounds are trending: Should you get one?

Should you get a keepsake 3D sonogram? What if one is medically indicated? Here's what to know about these types of scans.
A child looking up at an affirmation written on a wall outside

Parents should emotionally support their children with these positive affirmations for kids

Parents should emotionally support their children with these positive affirmations for kids

From making sure your children build up their confidence to keeping their spirits up, these positive affirmations for kids should be said every day.
Toddler wearing shamrock glasses and hat

6 fun St. Patrick’s Day activities to do with your kids this year – from crafting to cooking

6 fun St. Patrick’s Day activities to do with your kids this year – from crafting to cooking

There are a lot of ways you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your kids. Here are some of the best.
A mother holding her children while looking at a tablet

Single mom stretching a budget? Then download these apps right now!

Single mom stretching a budget? Then download these apps right now!

Single moms need to do it all, and that includes making the budget stretch more than ever. These are the apps that will save any single parent money.
Four inviting St. Patrick's Day cupcakes

St. Patrick’s Day dessert ideas to integrate the Irish holiday into the family’s after-dinner treat time

St. Patrick’s Day dessert ideas to integrate the Irish holiday into the family’s after-dinner treat time

Cap off a fun March 17 with these delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts.
A mother combing her son's hair

Everything you wish you didn’t need to know about head lice (but do)

Everything you wish you didn’t need to know about head lice (but do)

Head lice happens to the best of kids. What does head lice look like and can you prevent it? Here are all your common questions about head lice answered.
Tasty bowl of Irish stew to enjoy on St. Patrick's Day

Tasty St. Patrick’s Day recipes to bring the tradition to the family’s dinner plate

Tasty St. Patrick’s Day recipes to bring the tradition to the family’s dinner plate

Everyone is Irish on March 17 so get cooking with delicious St. Patrick's Day recipes the whole family will eat.
Woman suffering from postpartum depression

Moms with depression may be hurting their child’s development, study shows

Moms with depression may be hurting their child’s development, study shows

Mothers who are suffering from depression may unknowingly be impacting their child's development.
A woman having cramps

What is implantation cramping like? Find out if what you’re feeling is early pregnancy symptoms

What is implantation cramping like? Find out if what you’re feeling is early pregnancy symptoms

Implantation cramping can happen when an embryo implants into the uterine lining at the beginning of pregnancy. But what do implantation cramps feel like?
Family cooking together

Engage the kids and cook with these great DIY meal kits – create the next Julia Child!

Engage the kids and cook with these great DIY meal kits – create the next Julia Child!

Cooking with the kids is educational, entertaining, and delicious, but not always easy. Make it simpler with these DIY meal kits.
Mother laughing with her young daughter

See a mom out with her kids alone? Keep these thoughts to yourself – Say this instead (if you’re going to say anything at all)

See a mom out with her kids alone? Keep these thoughts to yourself – Say this instead (if you’re going to say anything at all)

We understand that sometimes word vomit just spits out. But these are things to never say to a single mom if you see one out alone with the kids.
DIY mailbox on a bedroom door

How to make beautiful, customized mailboxes for your kids’ bedrooms

How to make beautiful, customized mailboxes for your kids’ bedrooms

Here's an easy tutorial on how to make your kids customized mailboxes that will be purposeful and lovely in your home.
baby girl with a "hello my name sign is" on her onesie

Unique girls’ names for your daughter – get inspiration from this list

Unique girls’ names for your daughter – get inspiration from this list

Looking for a rare girl's name for your daughter? Try these unique girls' names.
Pregnant woman on a beach

Best babymoon ideas for any budget – ways to spend time together before the big arrival

Best babymoon ideas for any budget – ways to spend time together before the big arrival

The baby will be here before you know it, so now is the time to whisk yourselves away and enjoy some one-on-one time before your world turns upside down.
Father laughing at one of his dad jokes and his son not

Best dad jokes to embarrass the kids with and make them laugh

Best dad jokes to embarrass the kids with and make them laugh

Whether you're a new dad or a veteran, a repertoire of the best dad jokes is a must to make the kiddos laugh and embarrass tweens and teens.
A mother reads to her young daughter

5 children’s books about inspiring Asian American women

5 children’s books about inspiring Asian American women

These AAPI women kids' books are perfect for Women's History Month or AAPI Heritage Month.
Woman sitting on couch and looking at a pregnancy test

What are the signs of implantation?

What are the signs of implantation?

Signs of implantation of a pregnancy include implantation bleeding and implantation cramping. Find out what other implantation symptoms may occur.
A parent and teen talking.

Need advice on parenting teens? Get support from these Facebook groups just for you

Need advice on parenting teens? Get support from these Facebook groups just for you

If you're looking for advice on parenting teens, these Facebook groups of other parents of teens can provide support.
Two teenagers on a date outside

What is normal teen sexual behavior? We’ve got answers to help you understand your teenager

What is normal teen sexual behavior? We’ve got answers to help you understand your teenager

What can parents expect in terms of normal teen sex behavior, like puberty, STI risk, and when most teens start having sex? We've got answers.