Family & Parenting

A new report from the American Cancer Society has uncovered a shocking and deeply concerning trend: young women under 50 are 82% more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than their male peers. Let that sink in. For decades, cancer was seen as a disease of aging, but now it’s showing up earlier and, for […]

Being a mom of a child with special needs can feel isolating—like you’re living in a bubble separate from the typical parenting experience. That’s exactly what Patricia Barbosa, a mom from London, shared when she posted a deeply emotional moment on TikTok, where she uses her platform (@impatriciia3) to shed light on the unique challenges

A baby shower is such a special occasion—it’s a day filled with love, laughter, and excitement for the new arrival. And what better way to welcome your guests and set the mood than with beautifully designed welcome to baby shower signs? These charming signs not only guide your guests but also add a touch of

Valentine’s Day offers the perfect opportunity to snuggle up with your little ones and share stories about love in all its forms–from the special bond between parent and child to the warm friendship between classmates. While candy hearts and paper cards might be the first things that come to mind, books have a unique way

As a former Navy wife, I know the drill: frequent deployments where you’re saying goodbye to your spouse for months (or even years), endless moves, juggling kids far from family, and making impossible career sacrifices. Add to that the constant worry about your loved one’s safety, and it’s no wonder military families are stretched to

First haircuts are supposed to be a sweet milestone—maybe something you document with a blurry photo, a tearful smile, or a lock of hair saved in a baby book. But for one Reddit mom, that moment was snatched away by none other than her own mom, who gave her 20-month-old daughter bangs without asking. Cue

Meghan Trainor is no stranger to being in the spotlight. As a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and now a mom of two, she’s built a career on being unapologetically herself. But in a new personal essay for TODAY.com, Trainor opens up about one of the hardest nights of her life—the night she hit her breaking point

Big news for families today: The FDA has officially decided to ban Red Dye No. 3 in food and ingested drugs—but not quite yet. Companies have two years to remove this controversial additive from their products, leaving moms to wonder: What does this mean for us now? And how do we keep our kids safe

Potty training can feel like an Olympic event—one that comes with lots of cheering, a few stumbles, and maybe a surprise puddle or two. But according to Ms. Rachel, it doesn’t have to be stressful. Her secret? The Three Ps: Practice, Patience, and Play! Learning to use the potty is an important milestone for children

Miss Rachel is about to make her Netflix debut—and somewhere in the distance, you can hear parents everywhere singing, “I’m so happy today!” Rachel Accurso—aka Miss Rachel—has been a lifeline for parents of little ones, myself included! Her songs have been the soundtrack of my 14-month-old and 3-year-old’s daily ups and downs, helping them navigate