June 12, 2026

Parenting

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Kids wooden blocks with numbers on them
Young mother working from home and taking care of her son at the same time
Counting Down To August
By Katie McPherson

I Hate The Mom I Become Over The Summer

Stomp. Stomp. Here comes the overstimulation monster (it’s me).

Child in a green apron scooping soil into a small pot at an outdoor play kitchen, with a wooden shed...
Free-Range-Ish

When Are Kids Old Enough To Play Outside Alone?

I ran wild as a kid, but knowing when to let my daughter do the same has proven tricky.

social media addicted teenage boy using mobile phone sitting on carpet
*white flag waving*

Your Teen Isn’t Just Being A Jerk — They Might Be “Sh*tting The Nest”

This viral term explains why teens can act so awful before they leave home.

Woman and three girls in a sunlit bedroom: two girls sit on floor playing with toys and a storage bi...
🥯 Extra Everything

The Rise Of The “Everything Bagel Parent”

Modern moms are expected to wear a lot of hats, and experts say the pressure is doing more harm than good.

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what i know

I Raised 3 Teens. Here Are My Best Pieces Of Advice.

tk

*orders a sound machine*

This Mom Was Told Her Kids Couldn’t Play Outside At 9 A.M.

Her neighbor requested they hold off until 10 a.m., sparking a debate over how early is too early for kids to play outside.

Free-Range-Ish
By Deirdre Kaye

When Are Kids Old Enough To Play Outside Alone?

I ran wild as a kid, but knowing when to let my daughter do the same has proven tricky.

Parenting & AI
By Katie McPherson

1 In 5 Teens Use AI Chatbots For Mental Health Advice. Here’s What Experts Want Parents To Know.

“The goal is to make sure teens are not alone with a machine when what they really need is care, connection, and someone who can help them stay safe.”

Counting Down To August
By Katie McPherson

I Hate The Mom I Become Over The Summer

Stomp. Stomp. Here comes the overstimulation monster (it’s me).

i love a good system
By Katie Garrity

A Dad of 7 Figured Out Summer In 4 Steps & It's Way Simpler Than Any Bucket List

Moms who love organization and process, this four-tier system for an unforgettable summer is for you.

🥯 Extra Everything
By Julie Sprankles

The Rise Of The “Everything Bagel Parent”

Modern moms are expected to wear a lot of hats, and experts say the pressure is doing more harm than good.

Speak on it
By Samantha Darby

“I Want The Foreplay & Sex I Read About In My Books” & 37 More Mom Confessions

We’re listening.

Can I Put This Down Now?
By Julie Sprankles

Why Other People’s Emotions Leave You Feeling So Exhausted, According To Therapists

Emotional overload — not empathy — may be to blame.

*orders a sound machine*
By Samantha Darby

This Mom Was Told Her Kids Couldn’t Play Outside At 9 A.M.

Her neighbor requested they hold off until 10 a.m., sparking a debate over how early is too early for kids to play outside.

Take A Look, It's In A Book
By Samantha Darby

My Kid Thinks Reading Is Torture. What Can I Do?

One parent (an avid reader) turned to Reddit for advice, and the post sparked a lot of great ideas.

Too Much?
By Samantha Darby

Do You Send Your Kids To Their Room So You Can Have Quiet Time?

One parent on Reddit asked if it was OK to say goodnight to her kids at 7 p.m. so she can breathe.