Jen McGuire

Jen McGuire is a news writer for Romper.com where she writes about political policies affecting parents, heartwarming stories about families, celebrity news, and all things Royal. Jen's bylines have also appeared in Parents, Good Housekeeping, Oprah Magazine, Canadian Family, The Globe and Mail, and Postmedia newspapers throughout Canada. She also hosts a body positivity/comedy podcast called Tits Out. In her downtime, Jen raised four sons and then moved to Europe for four months to find herself but ended up just eating delicious cheese instead. She is a proud lover of boxed wine and a gifted thrift shopper. You can follow Jen on Twitter at @startledmare (she can't remember why this is her Twitter handle so don't ask) or listen to her podcast on Tuesdays.

Some Parents Are Really Fired Up About These "Anatomically Correct" LOL Surprise! Dolls

Parents have expressed outrage on social media after discovering that their child's male LOL Surprise! Dolls had genitals. Some called it "inappropriate," while others felt caught off guard by the detail on the toy. LOL Surprise, the makers of the…

Ryan Reynolds Said The Sweetest Things About Being A Dad To 3 Daughters

Ryan Reynolds seems to really love being a dad. He certainly has a history of filling his Twitter feed with prime dad jokes. Many of those were written back when he as a father of one little girl, and then two little girls. But how is he feeling now…

This Mom Trying To Spread Christmas Cheer Ended Up Making A Hilarious Mistake

According to Buddy the Elf, "the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear." Mary Katherine Backstrom may not be singing, but she sure is laughing hard enough to meet Buddy's standards after her Christmas spirit led to a…

A Bunch Of "Baby Yoda" Songs Exist Now — May The Force Be With You

After years and years of hearing "Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo" on repeat, parents may be delighted to hear that a new viral craze has arrived. Yes, "Baby Yoda" songs exist now. And there are actually many variations to choose from, some…

Shay Mitchell Is Already Taking Down Mom-Shamers Over This New Breastfeeding Photo

Shay Mitchell is, of course, a celebrity and recently became a first-time mom, which means she's dipped her toe into the dark world of mom-shamers. Now that she's welcomed her adorable little girl, everything she does will apparently be subjected to…

Chrissy Teigen's Yoga Teacher Shared A Reminder With Her That Every Mom Needs To Hear

"Bounce back." Those are two words no new mom ever needs to hear. The idea that a woman who's birthed a human should be able to bounce back to her pre-baby body within a certain time frame (or ever, for that matter) is antiquated and clichéd. And…

Michelle Obama Perfectly Explains Why It's So Darn Emotional When Kids Go To College

Every year, parents from all walks of life are overwhelmed by a whole bunch of complicated emotions as their kids enter an exciting new chapter of their lives: college. In fact, mom of two Michelle Obama admitted she was emotional dropping Sasha,…

NFL Player Quietly Paid Off Walmart's Holiday Layaway Tab For More Than 300 People

More than 300 people received an early Christmas gift they weren't expecting after an NFL player quietly paid a Florida Walmart's holiday layaway tab weeks before the holiday. Khalil Mack of the Chicago Bears apparently wanted to do something…

"Love, Luna Stephens": Chrissy Teigen's Daughter Wrote Santa A Very Cute Note — VIDEO

Every December, kids all around the world pen a special and detailed note to send off to the North Pole. And lucky for us, Chrissy Teigen captured her own daughter writing a letter to Santa this year in an adorable video shared on Instagram. Not…

After Talking To A Young Target Cashier, One Mom Is Reminding Others To Be Kind

Holiday shopping, oftentimes, is not for the feint of heart. The stores are busier than ever and you might have to drag a few grabby and unhappy kids along for the trip. It's easy enough to get irritated and snappy with the staff at the stores, but…

A Mom Made Her Son A Teddy Bear With The Most Touching Backstory

Some people are lucky enough to grow up with a grandparent who isn't just your relative, but someone who's also your pal. Your partner-in-crime. Your ally in all things. Which is why this tweet from a man whose mom made him a teddy bear made from…

Prince George & Princess Charlotte Have A Happy History Of Snowy Ski Vacations

Prince William and Kate Middleton strike me as the type of parents who like to do outdoorsy-type things with their children. When the Duchess of Cambridge designed a "Back To Nature" garden this summer, her children clearly enjoyed it. But of…

10 Aww-Worthy Times Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Showcased His Deep Love For Family

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is one of those celebrities who is pretty much universally adored. Not just because he's fun to watch and pretty easy on the eyes either. There's something about his attitude about life in general that is just truly lovely.…

Once Upon A Time, Meghan Markle Delighted The World With Her Christmas Hosting Tips

Meghan Markle is about to celebrate her first Christmas as a mom, and while her plans are unclear for the most part, royal fans do know that she won't be spending the holidays at Sandringham Estate with Queen Elizabeth and the rest of the Windsor…

Kurt Russell & Goldie Hawn Will Return For 'Christmas Chronicles 2' On Netflix

Is there a better couple on the planet that Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn? What better example do we have of a couple who admire and respect each other as individuals, who exemplify love and cooperation? Really just Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. So it…

A Whole Lot Of Planning Goes Into Queen Elizabeth's Many Christmas Outfits

Every year, Queen Elizabeth heads to her Sandringham estate to celebrate the holidays with her family. Now, when you picture holidays in the country with your own family, you might think of comfortable clothes and chilling out by the fire — that is…

A Taboo Topic For New Moms Gets The Expert Treatment In 'Motherhood Sessions' Season 2

Those who enjoyed the free therapy in Season 1 of Gimlet/Spotify podcast Motherhood Sessions will soon be able to eavesdrop on Season 2, which takes us deeper into the conflicted emotional territory of parenthood. Motherhood Sessions host and…

Ashley Graham Opens Up About Pregnancy Hormones Hitting While Eating A Sandwich

If you're looking for someone to tell you pregnancy is a blissful, uncomplicated, joyous romp into motherhood, Ashley Graham is not your girl. If, however, you want someone to tell you like it is and make you laugh in the process, listen to her. For…

Little Boy's Kindergarten Class Showed Up To Cheer Him On At His Adoption Hearing

Sometimes little kids can truly floor you with their uncomplicated kindness. With the way they're so guileless in their love for their family and friends. The way they show up to support each other, like how this sweet little kindergartner's entire…

The Kardashians Agree Saint West Is So "Sweet," So Kim's Nickname For Him Is Perfect

Kim Kardashian is a seriously busy mom these days. She has four kids with husband Kanye West, two of whom are under the age of 2, is running her KKW empire and oh yes, also studying to become a lawyer and filming her family's reality series. But…