Dec. 21, 2024

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"Hello. Are You OK?"
By Jamie Kenney

The Best Resources For LGBTQ+ Kids Who Are Feeling Scared

The Trevor Project received a 700% increase in helpline calls and texts on Nov. 6. Here’s where queer kids can go to get support.

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Ho-Ho-Hold On

When Do Kids Stop Believing In Santa? This Is The Average Age, According To Psychologists

Real moms also weigh in, sharing how long they kept the tradition alive in their homes.

Asian Boy Laughing
Parenting

My Son’s Favorite Toy Is A Tampon

They’re light and portable, easy to stash in a pocket. Plus, I almost always have one on me.

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truth time

Is Being An Average Middle-Of-The-Road Kid OK In The End?

Hopefully his future has little to do with grades and more to do with happiness.

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Parenting

A Consistent Bedtime For Kids Might Be More Important Than How Long They Sleep

A new study has found that kids’ behavior improved significantly if they went to bed at the same time at night.

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Period Suspenders, Anyone?!

How Much Period Products Have Changed Since We Were Kids Is Honestly Wild

We've come a long way from belted pads and Courteney Cox daring to say "period" on national TV.

ho ho no
By Sarah Aswell

One In 4 Parents Threaten To Take Away Their Kids' Christmas Presents

And threats are the most common type of discipline used by parents on preschool-aged children.

reading is fundamental
By Katie Garrity

This High School Teacher Says Her Students Don't Read Anymore

"The literacy crisis is upon us."

oops
By Laura Onstot

My Kids Figured Out Santa Isn’t Real By Analyzing My Handwriting

They really, truly got me.

Write This Down!
By Megan LaCreta

This Creator Shared Her Mom's Advice On How To Address Your Kid's Insecurities

She shared an Instagram Reel explaining how her mother spoke to her about being a "funny looking kid."

LOL
By Katie Garrity

This Mom's Wholesome Christmas Text To The Family Group Chat Is The Best Thing You'll Hear Today

Her emoji use was spot on.

doing this next year!
By Katie Garrity

This Mom Thrifted Her Four-Year-Old's Entire Christmas Gift Haul And Saved Hundreds Of Dollars

Thrifting everything is also such an act of love!

A Real Head-Scratcher
By Deirdre Kaye

Why Is My Super Smart Kid Struggling So Much With School?

Experts share why even smarties bring home bad grades.

good to know
By Katie McPherson

My Kids Have A Different Last Name Than Me. Do I Need Special Travel Documentation For Flying?

I swear they’re mine.

in a different world
By Katie Garrity

This Mom's Video Of Flipping The Holiday Roles Hits A Little Too Close To Come

What if dads were in charge of all the holiday magic?

just being honest
By An Anonymous Mom

That's It, I'm Putting "From Mom" On My Kids' Christmas Presents This Year

I planned, I purchased, I wrapped — sorry, that means they are from me and me only.