How not to react to Stephen Collins' child molestation confession
The news doesn't come with a trigger warning. For those who have been affected by sexual abuse and molestation, stories like Collins' alleged confession dredge up horrific memories and trauma. Sex...
View ArticleMr. Peabody explains how to make exercise fun for kids
While it's true that those who play sports usually have a ball, it's not a slam-dunk for everyone. (I, for one, used to have a fear of hurdles — but I got over it.) Even so, there are many compelling...
View ArticleHalloween DIY: Elsa from Frozen costume (VIDEO)
No need to spend heaps of money on your kid's Halloween costume this year. Instead, rock this DIY kid costume and let your inner Snow Queen shine with this DIY Elsa Halloween costume. Complete with...
View ArticleCan you steal a baby name? Mila and Ashton reportedly did
The name Wyatt is a fairly common name for a baby boy, but it is a modern and much more unique choice for a girl. Where did Kunis and Kutcher get the inspiration for their unusual baby name choice? The...
View ArticleBaby names from Supernatural
Urban fantasy is all over the place these days, from young adult bookshelves to the big screen. Hits like Buffy the Vampire Slayer brought paranormal activity to the real world. While it was far from...
View ArticleBaby names from American Horror Story
American Horror Story: Murder House (Season 1), which takes place in Los Angeles in 2011, follows the life of a troubled family who moves into a house that is haunted by its former occupants. The...
View ArticleThe pros and cons of sending your child to a charter school
These last few months have been a whirlwind since I decided, after eight years of successfully working from home, to put my master's degree in education back to use as a teacher at a charter school. I...
View ArticleIt isn't selfish to quit breastfeeding if it saves your sanity
Let’s look at the facts before we jump to any emotional conclusions. If you're a new mom, you are probably very, very familiar with the official breastfeeding recommendations. The American Academy of...
View ArticleWhat are your mommy vices? (VIDEO)
Kat says, "The little thing that helps me get through the day is Candy Crush. I’m embarrassed to admit it. I don’t like this about myself. It is the only game on my phone. There’s just something about...
View ArticleCalifornia high school students nominate a same-sex couple as homecoming queens
We hear a lot about bullying and the struggles teenagers have, but being a teenager will always be hard. With the body not quite caught up and the brain still figuring out the world while developing in...
View ArticleCelebrate International Babywearing Week with 20 adorable photos
Babywearing scared me the first time around. I wasn't sure how to carry my floppy little newborn in a sling. It wasn't until I had my second child while my first was still in a stroller that I gave it...
View Article7 Educational nature activities you should try with your kids this fall
From colorful leaves to calico corn and pumpkin displays, there is an abundance of beauty available across the nation. Much of this fall beauty is also the perfect vehicle for exploration that is both...
View ArticleNeighbors call 911 on black teen, cops pepper-spray him in his own home
Three police officers quickly arrived at the Tylers' home, startling DeShawn. According to the teen, the officers didn't believe him when he said he was in his own home. He says they pointed to a photo...
View ArticleNew Jersey high school cancels football season to investigate hazing
We hear a lot about "zero tolerance" when it comes to bullying these days, and despite the fact that lots of schools claim to be cracking down on the problem, there always seems to be a steady stream...
View ArticleBreaking the glass: Stop giving little girls mirrors if you're not giving...
Yes, her father and I have given her some of these reflective gifts over the years without giving it a single thought. She loves nail polish and lipstick, too, and sometimes asks if she can wear mine....
View ArticleCeleb bump day: Blake Lively, Shakira, Kourtney, Zoe Saldana, Kristen Bell
Blake Lively is pregnant and expecting her first child with her husband, Ryan Reynolds. The 27-year-old Gossip Girl alum made the baby announcement on her lifestyle website Preserve this week. Wearing...
View ArticleWhat excites you most about getting older? (VIDEO)
Melissa says, "What excites me the most about getting older is that I’m still getting older. The alternative to getting older is just not an option. I’ve reached this incredible phase in my life. I’m...
View ArticleComing out still matters
I came out to my mom when she asked. I came out to one of my brothers because he was checking out my girlfriend. I came out to my daughter when I explained what the word gay means, when I had to tell...
View ArticleThe latest update on Shane, the bucket list baby, will break your heart
A while back we told you the inspiring story of Shane, a baby boy diagnosed with anencephaly, a terminal neural tube defect, early in pregnancy. His parents, devastated by this news, decided to make...
View ArticleHave you said goodbye to heels? (VIDEO)
Jenni says, "I never really said hello to heels to begin with. I’m really tall and I have always felt more comfortable in flats. There are some wardrobe items that I can no longer wear since I’ve...
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