1+ week, 5+ day ago (820+ words) Mom and CEO Sheila Lirio Marcelo shares why she founded Ohai.ai, and how she hopes it helps other families. Child-rearing involves a healthy mix of care, attention, insight, and innovation. For Sheila Lirio Marcelo, co-founder and CEO of technology platform Ohai.ai, the latter has become a big part of her parenting journey. Navigating the daily hustle and bustle of being a working mom without adequate help was just not working, Marcelo says. While she remembers watching her own mother appear to handle it all, she felt she couldn't give all of herself where it was needed, which is what led her to reimagine support. "I kept thinking, there's got to be a better way," Marcelo tells Parents. "I started to realize I've got to build tools. I've got the skills, and so what can I do to help?...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (118+ words) It's no question that artificial intelligence (AI) is seeping into various aspects of family life. That's why we're helping you use AI for your family needs in a safe way. Families in the Age of AI It's no question that artificial intelligence (AI) is seeping into various aspects of family life. Whether it's for recipe ideas, finding the best child products, or getting a quick answer to a tough parenting question, caregivers are using AI tools for all different reasons. Of course, so are our kids. But with its benefits comes risks all parents should be aware of. That's why we're helping you use AI for your family needs in a safe way....

2+ day, 8+ hour ago (384+ words) The countdown to Christmas has begun at JJ's house. We know there is a lot of content on YouTube, and it can be hard to tell which is appropriate for your child. So, Parents' editors are picking some of the best videos every week that you can feel good about watching or listening to. Of course, getting the whole family'ourselves included'into the holiday spirit is a project all on its own. That's where CoComelon can help. To encourage you and your little ones to embrace this festive time of year, all you have to do is turn to the CoComelon YouTube Channel. Every week, CoComelon drops new videos on YouTube that parents and kids can watch together'and it just so happens that this week the new releases are Christmas-themed. That's right, if your little one is waking up every morning…...

6+ hour, 37+ min ago (1033+ words) It's a lesson that many parents will be able to relate to. I tucked my shoes into a cubbyhole and, with my son on my hip, approached Miss Bea with a loaf of bread wrapped in a brown butcher paper. We'd stopped by the local bakery that morning, and I thought I'd offer a small gesture of thanks'it was the least I could do; she was teaching my toddler's music and art classes. I live in a big city, and when I told my 76-year-old dad about the endless "mommy-and-me" options he shook his head and said, "Only in the big city." He's right; none of this existed when he, or even I, was a child." Miss Bea's, though, had a reputation. It was the spot for first-time millennial parents, and the space was every modern parent's dream. Faux clouds…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (163+ words) Shop Graco, Uggs, Lego, Apple, and other top brands, starting at $7. Amazon just launched its Early Black Friday deals, running now through the holiday, and there are tons of goodies in there for parents, including toys, home goods, baby gear'even fashion and beauty (for your picky teen or you!). Some of our top finds include a hefty box of Legos for just $18, a super-affordable crib from a brand we've tested and loved, 50% off an Amazon Fire Tablet for kids, and mega-soft Uggs for 35% off. We'll be snapping up a $7 sensory toy, while expectant parents can score over $120 off on a Britax stroller and car seat travel system. Holiday party season is upon us: you (and your home) can look your best with the Shark HD430 FlexStyle Air Styling and Bissell Little Green carpet cleaner. And you can get your wrapping done…...

9+ hour, 37+ min ago (658+ words) Beano Brain released its "Coolest Brands 2025" report and here's what is shows about Gen Alpha's interests. Seven-year-old Killian Todd sits cross-legged on his bedroom floor, surrounded by stacks of Pok'mon cards. Pikachu is his favorite. Killian believes he's discovered a cool game that his classmates taught him, but for his dad, Sean Todd, it's a core memory of his own childhood." Cyber Monday Deals: As a Mom of 5, I Know Toys'My Top 100 Toy Deals Include Lego, Squishmallow, & More From $5 "Card collecting was really important to me growing up. The thrill of opening a pack and getting a set or finding something valuable," says Sean. "I've leaned into that with Killian and encouraged him to do the same." So, why is Gen Alpha loving these nostalgic brands? Experts say their parents may be a reason but a lot of it comes…...

2+ week, 8+ hour ago (1252+ words) The app "fosters curiosity, exploration, and both soft and hard preschool skills," according to one of the education experts who helped develop it. Have you ever felt like the perils of the internet loom over your preschool and school-aged kids? I sure do. It seems like every headline screams about the dangers of being online or exposing your kid to even a second of screen time'and yet our kids can't avoid the internet, no matter what we do." Knowing that the online world will inevitably be part of their kids' lives, parents want to know how to introduce it to them safely without exposing them to unregulated content'including apps, which can provide kids with learning and educational opportunities. That's where Moonbug Entertainment's new app, Blippi's Curiosity Club, comes in." In a culture that often feels like it's setting up our…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (533+ words) Get the holiday fun started with Amazon's massive toy sale. Busy boards are an excellent way to keep kids engaged in independent play without incorporating screentime. Parents editor Katrina Cossey says her son played with this Melissa & Doug busy board at occupational therapy and didn't want to put it down. "He had a blast figuring out how the latches work to open all six doors," she said. Shopping for elementary-aged kids is so much fun because they know what's trendy but still love the classics. Inspire pretend play with the popular Melissa & Doug Ice Cream Counter or give them a chance to be creative with Magna-Tiles' Classic 32-Piece Construction Set. Of course, you'll want to check out the talking Bitzee Disney, a virtual pet toy that has become a bestseller." Perhaps one of the most charming Minecraft sets that has…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago (977+ words) From preschool to high school, here's how to talk to kids about voting to prepare them for a future of good citizenship. Parents / Getty Images Voting can be a challenging topic to discuss with kids, but as the election approaches, it's not something you should avoid. That's partly because voting is an important civic duty; it allows communities to make collective decisions about elected officials and prominent issues. Plus, talking about voting prepares kids to cast their own ballots once they turn 18 years old. "Talking to kids about voting is part of preparing them for good citizenship and healthy adulthood," says Keith Gaddie, PhD, Hoffman Chair of the American Ideal and political science professor at Texas Christian University. "It's both a right and a responsibility, and it's part of building a healthy relationship with their community." Not sure how to…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago (970+ words) Experts say kids can have screen addiction and even withdrawal symptoms. The good news is they can combat it fairly quickly. At this point, discussing the relationship kids and teens have with screens feels pass. You may have mentally muted those notifications'and experts get it. But they say it's important for parents to continue to tune into the crisis and their kids' behavior around screens. "While we've yet to fully realize the downstream effects of this new digitized dynamic, the available data overwhelmingly points to a corrosive effect on our children's mental health and well-being," says Kellyn Smythe, MS, an admissions director for Pacific Quest, a residential treatment facility helping adolescents recover from social media and screen addiction. But recent research shows that screen addiction may be more important to pay attention to than screen time itself. A big reason…...