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Here are the top 5 ‘baby name icks,' according to a baby name consultant
Baby name consultant and mom of three Colleen Slagan has a ton of baby names she absolutely loves. But there are a few aspects of the baby naming process that give her “the ick.”
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A mother's matchmaking scheme resulted in dates for her single daughter — and viral fame
While Amelia Wright ran a road race, her mother, Rebecca Wright, was going the extra mile … as a matchmaker.
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What is a rainbow baby? And why do some parents dislike the term?
A child born after loss is commonly referred to as a “rainbow baby,” but this term can sometimes be problematic.
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Mom-to-be ordered a gender reveal cake, but the bakery ‘ruined' the surprise
The cake didn’t reveal the baby’s sex — a voicemail from the bakery did.
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When can kids stay home alone? Find out the law in your state
We checked the law in all 50 states. Plus, an expert explains how to tell if your child is mature enough.
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Watch: Author-expert discusses maintaining parent-teen connection
Parenting from birth into adulthood is an enormous role. But how do you keep that a mom or dad connection into the later years? The author of “The Parent-Teen Connection: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships” tells us more.
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Ivy League psychologist shares the common mistake she made raising her 3 kids: ‘I wish I had never been that parent'
There’s no such thing as a perfect parent, says child development expert — and mom of three — Dr. Tovah Klein. Luckily, kids don’t need their parents to be perfect.
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Babies ‘barely look like sisters,' their mom says … but they're identical twins!
These babies are identical twins, but their mom has no trouble telling them apart.
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Why I take at least 1 night off parenting every week
When was the last time you took a weeknight off from parenting? Not a date night, not running errands, but a night purely for yourself.
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Musk ambrette may be linked to rise in early puberty, study finds: What products contain it?
Girls have been hitting puberty at increasingly younger ages over the past few decades. New research looks at environmental factors that may play a role.
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Mom has given birth to 4 daughters over 9 years on the exact same day
In the Lammert family, there is one day each year that is more special than the rest — it’s Aug. 25, the day of all four of the Lammert daughters were born.
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A mom placed her baby for adoption. Years later, she asked that child to be her flower girl
“I remember thinking, ‘I can’t believe she’s here with me.’”
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5 ways parents can cope with empty nest syndrome: ‘The more fulfilled you are, the easier the transition'
As teens head off to college and young adults move out of their family home, parents may experience empty nest syndrome. Here’s how to cope with it.
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Some young adults are opting out of parenthood. Money is a major reason, most say
Nearly a quarter of millennials and Gen Zers without children do not plan to become parents, primarily due to financial reasons, according to a recent report.
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Here's how to know if your college kid actually needs ‘dorm insurance'
Dorm insurance is a personal property insurance for college students who live on campus. But you might not need it.
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How to pick the best preschool or child care center for your child
Preschool options are growing as states expand early learning programs. That means parents face a dizzying array of choices. To find a high-quality preschool, parents should take a tour. Teachers should be engaged with children, down at their level and asking questions. The preschool should be able to share a curriculum that relies on play-based learning and emphasizes the whole...
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Mom shares the perfect text to send to a friend who's just had a baby
Cameron Rogers went on an “apology tour” after she had her first child.
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Here's your ultimate guide to the newest must-have mom products
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis is joined by lifestyle expert Brandi Milloy to help curate your new-mom registry items. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, these hot new products will make time with baby a breeze. One of them is the meal delivery service “hungryroot.com” because what new moms want to spend time cooking?
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The ‘life changing' reason families serve dinner in the afternoon
Parents are ringing the dinner bell early — right after school — claiming it makes for a calmer and happier evening.
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Mom of 9 wanted her kids to eat healthy — so she installed a salad bar in her kitchen
“I run a tight ship,” says Melanie Cade, who homeschools her children. “My kids eat cookies and chips but during the pandemic, I saw an unhealthy dependency on pre-packaged snacks because they were readily available.”