The world is made up of children wearing monkey leash backpacks and parents pretending they aren’t walking their child in a monkey leash backpack. Nowhere is this dynamic captured better than in my own childhood, as my mom held the corner of the…

Every year hundreds of parents in California's San Francisco county have struggled to ensure their child always has a clean diaper to wear. Now, though, the San Francisco Diaper Bank has made free diapers available to any family in need who…

The holidays can feel like one continuous celebration, so you'll probably want some fabulous new outfits to carry you through the parties and the nonstop photo ops. And once your kiddo sees you decked out in sparkles, faux fur, and velvet, they're…

When I think back to the early months of my firstborn’s life, the memories are a crackle of black and white. I am walking all over the house trying to calm a crying baby, or bolting out of the shower to lift him from his crib. It seemed every time I…

Efficiency and timing are key when it comes to cooking a holiday feast, and the less prep time a dish needs the better. Thanksgiving sheet pan desserts are a sneaky way to save a little time in the kitchen without having to sacrifice taste. They're…

When I stayed home for six weeks with my infant daughter, I marveled at how an 11-pound creature who didn’t yet understand she had arms could leave me so thoroughly bemused and bewildered. All parents could certainly benefit from access to more…

Refresh your interior decor with some bold, fun designs from a leading artist. The Jonathan Adler X H&M Home collaboration brings the legendary interior designer's iconic style to a whole suite of home goods. Whether you're looking to add a little…

When a toddler engages with books, something absolutely magical happens. Seeing a toddler's wide-eyed face light up at the helm of a board book about giraffes makes my book-loving heart soar. Experts say the reasoning behind why toddlers love books…

One of the hardest things about being a new parent is learning your baby's cues — since they’re unable to fend for themselves — so it's crucial parents learn signs of hunger, tiredness, sickness, temperature, and more. Some signs are harder to…

My blood sugar must have been low when I climbed upon a mountain top recently and snarked "OK BOOMER" at you, your friends, and the hardworking generation who gave millennials and Gen Xers their inheritance (Jim Collins; non-iron slacks; T-bonds) on…

Some books are about eggs and ham. Some are about mice and cookies. And some are about the human condition: you, sitting on a couch reading a book as a toddler spills milk on the work clothes you were hoping to just re-wear tomorrow. The…

Dueling mothers and mothers-in-law during wedding season or — gird your loins — the first Christmas you try to spend with your partner, are the stuff of legend. But nobody talks about what happens when you have a baby. Nobody talks about the dueling…

Mother's Day, Father's Day. "Mommy and Me" classes, "Daddy-Daughter" dances. The world of parenting seems to be divided into two camps: the mom group and the dad crowd. But what about parents who don't identify with either? What are some…

Cratejoy, the online marketplace that specializes in subscription boxes subscription boxes, allows you to get monthly goodies that are catered specifically to your style and interests. and just in time for the holidays, Cratejoy's Black Friday and…

While the stars of UPtv's reality show Bringing Up Bates are perhaps best known for their super-sized family of 19 and strong religious beliefs, there are actually many other facts about the Bates family fans may not know. For example, did you know…

If you want to make baby food from scratch, but aren’t sure where to start, the best baby food makers can help you make amazing food with ease. Sometime between the ages of four and six months, most babies are ready to add solid foods to their menu.…

If your house has the type of curb appeal that would make Joanna Gaines swoon, a handmade custom ornament that's a replica of your home is the personal, detailed keepsake you didn't know you needed. Small enough to hold in your hand, these clay…

Even though it's never an expectation, preparing a Thanksgiving hostess gift is a nice way to extend your gratitude to someone for their hospitality. It doesn't take much to put a small thank-you present together, and the gesture doesn't have to…

How you choose to feed your baby is a deeply personal choice. There are moms who strictly bottle-feed, some who exclusively breastfeed, and others who do a mix of two based on convenience and need. But there are some instances where choice doesn't…

Amy Schumer might have vowed to share less photos of her six month old son, Gene Attell Fischer, on social media. But that doesn't mean that she is done sharing everything about him. She is still allowed to gush as much as she wants. Fans might be…

As Madonna once reported, we are living in a Material World, but now, it is evident, we are also living in a “collab” world, which is a Material World with an x in the middle. Collabs are everywhere, from Williams Sonoma x Martha Stewart to…

This November 28, you shall gather with family to feast. The older kids shall stare longingly at the pie and attempt to eschew their greens. You shall stare longingly at the unopened chardonnay and attempt to eschew your Uncle Rick's thoughts on the…

It's about time to start decking the halls and setting the house all aglow. Perhaps you're due for a trip to purchase some new decorations, too. And strolling through the seasonal decor aisle at Home Depot, you probably wouldn't think this…

Princess Charlotte might wear a school uniform the majority of the time, but that doesn't mean she can't have fun with her hairstyles. And, according to Kate Middleton, she has a lot of fun switching things up. During a recent royal appearance, Kate…

We've all been there. We spend so much time following our favorite recipe, putting together a perfect cookie dough, then we place it in the oven... and forget to set a timer. Oops. Is it all ruined? Can you fix burned cookies? To find out, I asked…

If your idea of the perfect holiday activity involves a cozy couch and a Hallmark Christmas movie, there may be a way to turn your favorite seasonal hobby into a lucrative venture. One lucky Hallmark Christmas movie fan can score their dream job…

Ashley Graham's name has become synonymous with body positivity. The Sports Illustrated supermodel uses her social media influence to empower women of all shapes and sizes to embrace the skin they're in by leading an excellent example herself. But…

These days, you can't automatically assume your go-to retailers will be open on Thanksgiving since so many retailers want to get a jumpstart on Black Friday Sales. In the case of Target, their Thanksgiving 2019 hours, are a bit complicated. Across…

Your holiday decorations shouldn't be the only silver and gold that you see this season. Kay Jewelers' Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals will make getting some bling for those on your gift list more affordable — and will make them more…

These days, women can finally have it all. We can work full-time while raising our kids (thanks, school!). Well, until 3 p.m. Then, we have a bit of an issue: The standard school day across the nation ends at 3 p.m., while the workday finishes at 5…

Raise your hand if you've ever run out of toilet paper at a critical moment? If you’ve ever had to scour your house for a much needed roll of toilet paper or make an emergency run to the store, the Charmin Black Friday deal might be just what you…

In announcing the birth of her second child with Evan Bass on Thursday, Bachelor alum Carly Waddell said she helped deliver her own baby. Waddell and Bass introduced the world to their newborn son Charles on Thursday in an Instagram post that…