Parenting answers that work

1+ hour, 21+ min ago   (838+ words) When bullying yourself into doing your to-do list doesn't work, use one of these little mental shifts instead. But that's not going to feel good tomorrow when the clothes still aren't folded, now is it? Whatever it is, these 18 moms…...

2+ hour, 30+ min ago   (599+ words) You want to make something special, but like, not so special it's hard. Want to make a treat for your sweetheart? A Cookie Named Desire's white chocolate raspberry cheesecake bars are totally homemade but still simple "enough extra effort to…...

2+ hour, 35+ min ago   (506+ words) At 50, I've tried so many different kinds that you can trust my opinion, promise. And it's best to be prepared. I mean, you wouldn't drive across the country with bald tires now, would you? Let's get into it: As a…...

3+ hour, 22+ min ago   (729+ words) Dr. Aliza Pressman says parents can look to their pets for inspiration on how to parent their kids. Think about how you would parent a 3-year-old child. Then, consider how you would parent a 13-year-old. Pretty different, right? Kids change…...

4+ hour, 38+ min ago   (656+ words) I wanted to share a collection of cross stitch patterns celebrating spring (which will be coming for us in the Northern Hemisphere soon, I think), but of course that's less relevant for half the world, and maybe you want to…...

5+ hour, 37+ min ago   (1352+ words) If you're considering adding a furry friend to your family but aren't sure which dog breeds are best for kids, we've got you covered with expert canine advice. When you're looking to add a dog to your family, especially with…...

5+ hour, 44+ min ago   (1315+ words) If you haven't talked to your teenagers yet about the Epstein files, now might be the time. Earlier this week, I was working from home when my family group chat'the one between my husband, two teenagers, and me'began to blow…...

6+ hour, 27+ min ago   (39+ words) Ideas For DIY Below you'll find step-by-step tutorials for each idea, using realistic supplies and no fancy equipment. These are keepsake-style gifts your boyfriend will actually keep, not quietly tuck away. How to make it...

6+ hour, 27+ min ago   (749+ words) Fimo and clay tips and tutorials Valentine's Day gifting can feel a bit" awkward. You want it to be thoughtful, but not cheesy. Handmade, but not something that ends up shoved in a drawer out of politeness. And if your…...

6+ hour, 27+ min ago   (1210+ words) When I found out that I was pregnant with my now 7-year-old daughter, my husband and I were living in a tiny New York City apartment that didn't have an extra bedroom, let alone a backyard (or in our case,…...