Despicable GoFundMe scammers use dead child's photo to raise money
The photo used on the campaign page was a photo of Elena Desserich, a little girl who died from brain cancer. The story used on the campaign page was the story of Ali, a teen with alveolar...
View ArticleVanessa Carlton welcomes a baby girl: See her short and sweet baby name
Carlton and her husband, Deer Tick lead singer McCauley, couldn't be happier to welcome their baby girl into the world. In fact, the excited dad shared a newborn photo — and it appears he also revealed...
View ArticleEverything is perfect about this clever lesbian pregnancy announcement
Lesbian pregnancy announcement Lesbian pregnancy announcement Pregnancy announcements back in the day used to be nothing more than a simple "I'm pregnant!" or, for the more ambitious, a traditional...
View ArticleAdorable kid is not so good at magic but great at making us happy (VIDEO)
Kid magician Kid magician By the looks of it, this kid isn't quite on his way to a residency in Vegas, but he certainly has the enthusiasm and commitment to his craft required to get there. We are...
View ArticleNikon chooses gay dads as the all-American family for new campaign (VIDEO)
Kordale and Kaleb video 1a Kordale and Kaleb video 1a If you are not familiar with Kordale and Kaleb Lewis, here's a little background on their heartwarming story. Just a year ago, the dads rose to...
View ArticleMom's funeral canceled after pastor realizes she's a lesbian
Maybe they searched through the pages of the Lakewood, Colorado, church's website looking for any reason that this church wouldn't be a good fit to celebrate Collier's life. I know I did. I searched...
View ArticleThe winter doldrums are the worst (VIDEO)
After the holidays are over and before springtime comes, it's all too easy to get bogged down in the winter doldrums, especially if you live someplace cold.
View ArticlePresident Obama to provide paid family leave for federal employees
In a fitting move yesterday, Valerie Jarrett, Obama's senior adviser and chairwoman of the White House Council on Women, posted the president's plans to LinkedIn in anticipation of today's...
View ArticleFree-range parents investigated for neglect for letting kids walk alone
Danielle and Alexander Meitiv allowed their 10-year-old and 6-year-old to walk home from a local park without supervision. They viewed the one-mile walk as an opportunity for independence. "They have...
View ArticleWhat every parent needs to know about tougher campus safety legislation
Most parents are unaware of the government's role in helping to protect their children on college campuses. Most students are oblivious about how to be safe on campus, how to report crimes, victim's...
View ArticleCeleb bump day: Jennifer Love Hewitt, Emily Maynard, Keira Knightley
Jennifer Love Hewitt is pregnant and expecting her second child with her husband, Brian Hallisay. The Ghost Whisperer alum made the announcement through her rep. "Jennifer and Brian are thrilled to be...
View Article5 Ways schools can make education more accessible to student parents
When I became pregnant and gave birth to my daughter at the age of 15, there were very few supportive entities in place for me to go to when I needed help with my responsibilities as a student parent....
View ArticleSchool board changes policies to prevent gay kids from having clubs
The Rankin County School Board was recently prompted to develop a policy change due to a potential student-led group at Brandon High School — essentially, a student asked a teacher to sponsor a...
View ArticleAdvice columnist Coleen Nolan claims she listened to her son have sex
Parents, I have some sad, sad news for you. One day your precious children are going to grow up and do it. You know what I mean by do it, right? They will have sex. Barf. Listen, I love sex! Sex is...
View ArticleLegoland's new Heartlake City isn't building the right message for kids
The brand "has always been boy-dominated," said Adrian Jones, the park general manager. The solution? Pink and purple bricks! A clever web comic recently went viral thanks to the very simple punchline....
View ArticleThe Mamafesto: Ruth Bader Ginsburg — Feminist hero and total badass
1. RBG is a true feminist pioneer. She has the honor of being only the second female Supreme Court justice (Sandra Day O'Connor was the first), and was the first Jewish female Justice. But the Supreme...
View ArticleDr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech inspires kids (VIDEO)
"It's not just for black and white people — it's also for all races." "Let's have everyone be a unified nation." "Today I can go to ballet class no matter what race I am." In honor of MLK day, we...
View ArticleThese simple hacks took the angst out of my kids' chores
Richard Rende, Ph.D., is a developmental psychologist and author of Raising Can-Do Kids: Giving Children the Tools to Thrive in a Fast-Changing World. According to Rende, kids who do chores get better...
View Article7 Awesome activities to introduce your young student to writing
1. Provide her with authentic examples Young children are inherently curious, and they often love watching you best of all! As you go about your day, allow your student to observe you as you write...
View Article5 Insanely cool kids’ tech products to look out for in 2015
Here is my list of the top five tech products for kids that every parent will want in 2015. SleepIQ Kids Bed by Sleep Number This is definitely the bed of the future. It grows with your child and...
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