Toddlers 10 Things to Do to Get You Through a Parenting BreakdownParents Magazine - By Lindsay TigarPicture this: It's 2 a.m. and you've already nursed three times since dinner. Your toddler has started to revert back from his big-boy bed, and your partner is sound asleep. Or, you're at the grocery and
This Man Accidentally Texted His Mom That He Had an STI—and Her Reaction Was Spot OnParents MagazineIt's not uncommon for a text conversation to go awry thanks to a misunderstood acronym. And if you've ever exchanged messages with your much less text-savvy parents (No dad, "LOL" doesn’t mean "lots of
The 'Vacuum Challenge' is Going Viral, But Experts Say It Can Be DangerousParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisViral challenges are constantly making their rounds on social media—some are harmless, but others can potentially lead to devastating consequences. There’s been the Tide pod challenge, which requires to
Adorable Video Shows Boy Greeting His Dad at Preschool Pickup Every Day for a MonthParents Magazine - By Maressa BrownAlthough school drop-off and pick-up can be a true headache for parents, there's nothing like being greeted excitedly by your L.O. A video going viral on Reddit illustrates that heartwarming moment to
Is Oral Sex Safe During Pregnancy?Parents Magazine - By Nicole HarrisEven though pregnancy sex is safe and healthy, your protruding belly can get make go-to positions seem a little (or a lot) clumsy and awkward. Plus, certain conditions like cervical weakness may force
The Rise of Co-Working Spaces Made for MomsParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisAshley Wu had been working from home for about five years when her second child was born two years ago. She quickly learned managing a newborn, a 3-year-old, and home office life was no easy task. Having
We Came Out LGBTQ+ as a Family. Here's What We LearnedParents Magazine - By Jasmine BanksIf your social media stream is anything like mine, somewhere around the end of May your social feeds light up with a rainbow version of that Game of Thrones meme with Jon Snow. Instead of "Winter is Coming,"
Dad Reminds Parents That It's Important to Make Mistakes In Front of Your KidsParents Magazine - By Maressa BrownWhen your little one turns to you for help bolstering a particular skill (be it writing, math, art, etc.), your instinct as a parent is likely to make sure you show them the "right way" to do whatever
Middle School Teacher Becomes Foster Parent to 13-Year-Old Student in Need of Kidney TransplantParents Magazine - By Libby RyanColorado middle school math teacher Finn Lanning changed his entire life when he learned one of his students would have to leave school due to medical problems. His student, Damien, has kidney disease
Mom Who Suffered 13 Miscarriages Celebrates the Birth of Her Rainbow BabyParents Magazine - By Maressa BrownA mom from the U.K. is making international headlines for her story of strength, hope, and determination. After suffering 13 pregnancy losses in 10 years, Laura Worsley is now celebrating the birth of
Lawn Mower Injuries Are Sending Kids to the ER—Here's What You Need to KnowParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisThe loud hum of lawn mowers is one of the most recognizable sounds of summertime. But this common household machine can also become a nightmare for families. The reason? Kids across the country are getting
After Her Baby Stopped Breathing, Mom Warns Other Parents to Stick to Their InstinctsParents Magazine - By Libby RyanFirst-time mom Sarah Tams has a message for other moms after experiencing the scariest moments of her life. She knew something was wrong with her baby but was told to “relax.” And then her infant daughter
Jimmy Kimmel Sketch Shows the Mental Load Is Real as Dads Fail to Answer Basic Questions About Their KidsParents Magazine - By Maressa BrownAs a dad of four, Jimmy Kimmel definitely knows how to illuminate the many highs and lows of parenting. For Father's Day this year, the Jimmy Kimmel Live! host managed to do the latter in a fairly jaw-dropping
How to #DanceLikeaDad: New PSA Promotes Quality Dad TimeParents Magazine - By Kaitlin LoweFor 21 years, I desperately avoided attending a daddy-daughter dance. I thought I was too cool and my dad’s moves too lame. Until recently, I counted myself as one of the lucky ones. But having just seen
Mom Shares Photo of Her Son’s Sepsis Symptoms to Warn Other ParentsParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisA mom in the United Kingdom took her son to an after-hours clinic after noticing a red streak on his wrist and elbow—and it ultimately prevented what could’ve been a devastating situation. Alexandra Ruddy’s
Dad Shaming is a Thing: More Than Half of Fathers Say They Face Criticism of Their ParentingParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisMom-shaming has been well documented. From the moms who are ridiculed for feeding their babies formula instead of breast milk to the ones who are reprimanded by total strangers for their child’s behavior
Budweiser's Father's Day Tribute to Stepdads Has a Surprising, Emotional TwistParents Magazine - By Maressa BrownJust like every family is unique, so too is every family's celebration of Father's Day. Those are two facts that Budweiser managed to zero in on in a truly heartwarming way with their latest ad, which
How to Handle Father's Day if You're Grieving a DadParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisFor anyone who has lost their dad, Father's Day can be a painful reminder of the special man who is no longer in their life. It's a well-intentioned celebration, but all those Father's Day cards and signs
I’m a Dad and a Neurosurgeon: This is How I Look After My Kids’ BrainsParents Magazine - By Rahul Jandial, M.D., Ph.D.My teenagers—aged 17, 14, and 13—are past the concerns about choking and drowning (although these hazards also exist for adults). But like all parents, I still always worry about their safety, especially
Hot Wheels Got a Major Digital Upgrade That Lets You Blend Video Games with Real LifeParents Magazine - By Jessica HartshornThe number-one-selling toy in the world by units is Hot Wheels cars, so it's not like they were pressed to improve. But for years, a Mattel team has been working behind-the-scenes to make the cars even
Why You Should Quit Lying to Your Kid About Their ConceptionParents Magazine - By Kim Bergman, Ph.D.When I turned 18, my mom sat me down and told me the real story about my biological father, which is that they were not married, she got pregnant, and she decided that she wanted me and that she was okay
Understanding Abortion at Every Week of PregnancyParents Magazine - By Nicole HarrisAccording to Planned Parenthood, about 25% of American women will have an abortion before age 45. A majority terminate their pregnancy in the first trimester, although second trimester abortions are also
Baby Shark Live is On Tour and Coming to a City Near YouParents Magazine - By Libby RyanWould your kids go wild for a theater full of people singing "Baby Shark" along with the singers who made the tune such a catchy viral hit? Then you’re in luck, because the humans behind the shark song
Dad Gives Out Free Hugs at Pride Parade & Pleads With Parents to be Allies to LGBTQ KidsParents Magazine - By Maressa BrownLast year, a woman named Sara Cunningham made headlines for offering to be a "stand-in mom" at same-sex weddings. The response was amazing, and Cunningham went on to found an organization called Free Hugs,
Abortion Laws by State: These Are Your RightsParents Magazine - By Tracy Collins OrtliebIn the landmark 1973 case of Roe v Wade, the U.S. Supreme Court recognized a woman's constitutional right to abortion, but maintained that states could prohibit the procedure once the fetus reached viability
Meet ‘My Little Pony’s’ First Ever Gay Characters and See When They’re Making Their Rainbow DebutParents Magazine - By Kaitlin LoweRainbow-filled children’s cartoon My Little Pony is embracing the rainbow flag just in time for pride. The show’s first lesbian couple will appear in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic later this month.
Instagram Launches New Features Supporting LGBTQ Youth Just in Time For Pride MonthParents Magazine - By Libby RyanInstagram launched new features for Pride month, including gender-inclusive profile options and safety tips for young users. The photo-sharing app partnered with The Trevor Project, a suicide prevention
Warning: Your Fertility App Could Be Funded By Anti-Abortion CampaignersParents Magazine - By Anna HalkidisFertility apps are booming in popularity—there are now more than 100 of them on the market. Some simply track ovulation symptoms, while others get more technical using portable devices to measure basal
New ‘Hagrid’ Roller Coaster Opens at Universal Orlando—and It’s the Wizarding World’s Best Ride YetParents Magazine - By Gillian NigroHarry Potter fans, start planning your next vacay, because a new roller coaster is opening at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and it’s better than anything your muggle brains could dream up. If you’ve
