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From the growing up as the youngest of six kids file, I have two vivid memories of physical punishment at home. Not to bore you with details, but there was a smack from my mother and a swat from my dad. Both were delivered impulsively. Both were probably deserved –...

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You'll want to avoid these missteps to build strong, healthy relationships with your grandchildren and their parents.

The 5 Biggest Mistakes That Grandparents Make

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Young kids don't always pick the best times to have emotional meltdowns.Just ask any parent.Grocery stores, malls, and restaurants (or any place with lots of people around) in particular seem to bring out the worst in our little ones, prompting explosive tantrums that can make even the most stoic parent turn red-faced with embarrassment.But why be embarrassed? It's just kids being kids, after all.

A viral photo of a calm dad and a screaming toddler holds an important parenting lesson

Tantrums, a staple of the "terrible twos," are a well-known challenge for parents of toddlers aged 1 to 4. These emotional outbursts can be difficult to manage, especially when they happen frequently. While many strategies exist to deal with these meltdowns, Alivia Cromartie’s unique approach is making waves on social media.

Mom's hilarious hack for toddler tantrums goes viral

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Bryson Muir, the son of retired Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Daniel Muir, was last seen leaving a family member's home in Ohio two weeks ago and hasn't been seen since

Missing 14-year-old son of ex-NFL star Daniel Muir was 'brainwashed' by his parents, grandma claims

What is childcare: a lifesaver that allows parents to focus on something other than their beloved child? A fantastic way for their child to socialize and develop skills that are tough to nurture at home? Or something that consistently takes 10% of a married couple’s median income?. Who’s right?...

12 Things to Keep in Mind While Searching for Daycare

A toddler was found wandering in the middle of a road after escaping unnoticed from a nursery. Talks are now being held between council chiefs, Wales’ care inspectors and Tiny Tots Llanfoist Nursery in Monmouthshire to stop it happening again. The boy, understood to be between 12 and 18...

Toddler found in road after escaping nursery

Editor's note: This article was originally published on February 22, 2023. It has since been updated. A video of a baby stroller left outside unattended sparked conversations about the practice of letting babies nap alone in cold weather. Australian TikTok user, Olly Bowman uploaded a video titled, "Another day in Norway, another group of babies left out alone in the cold." In the video, Bowman films himself and a group of baby strollers lined up on the street behind him. No parents were seen in the frame. "It helps with their breathing and makes them more independent," he said. As reported by Insider, social media users were shocked at the concept, with many interpreting this as a positive that parents feel comfortable leaving their children unsupervised without worrying about any possible danger.

Nordic parents leave their babies outside to sleep in sub-zero temperatures and people are freaking out

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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Tired Toddler Begs to Go to Bed and Exactly Everyone's Feeling Her

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A mum has sparked a debate after she charged her daughter's friend's parents $15 to cover the cost of the food and toys her child used during a playdate - and people are not happy.

'I'm demanding other parents pay me when their kids come to my house for playdates'

Mothers whose parents help out with childcare are more likely to show their children parental warmth than mothers who do not receive any support, finds a study led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and published in the Journal of Marriage and Family. According to the NTU Singapore-led study,...

Mothers who receive childcare support from maternal grandparents show more parental warmth, finds study

This summer, athletes from around the world will challenge each other at the Olympics! Share this winning attitude at home by celebrating the important people in your life with a homemade medal. While Olympians are winning gold, silver, or bronze medals, you can use your handmade medals to spread joy.

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

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Traveling with their parents can be a crucial experience for children. However, babies and toddlers make the whole experience a lot more challenging for some parents. Mom Kelsey P, who goes by @kelsey_p90 on TikTok, has expressed in a clip that she never wants to go on a trip or vacation with her little kids. Her opinion was met with mixed responses, sparking a debate in the comments section of her video. She captioned the post, "Signed a mom going on a 7-hour-long travel day with two separate flights tomorrow with her small kids."

Mom says traveling with babies or toddlers is just 'horrible,' sparking debate: 'A nightmare'

Nurse and mom Jinny Schmidt wants parents to be aware of a game that’s circulating amongst tweens right now, because it’s not a game at all. 
In a PSA posted to her TikTok, Schmidt shared that her daughter informed her that boys in her class were beginning to play what she called “The Firetruck Game.” 
As Schmidt begins to describe what the “game” entails, it’s easy to see why she’s concerned. All parents should be. 

Mom issues important warning to tween parents about 'the fire truck game'

Like many families throughout the U.S., Amanda, 28, and Carlos, 36, are wrestling with the cost of child care. Currently, they both work full-time jobs, but Amanda would like to stop working for a few years to spend time at home raising their daughters before they go to school. Carlos is supportive, but thinks her income is imperative to their overall financial picture.

28-year-old mom's teacher salary largely goes toward child care—the real costs of quitting to stay home with your kids

Every item on this page was chosen by a Woman's Day editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. There's nothing like going to a baby shower and squealing as the soon-to-be mom opens each adorable gift. Tiny socks! Cushy blankies! The itty-bittiest nail clippers that ever existed! It's all about celebrating the newborn, but they're not the only important one in the room. That's why our guide to the best baby shower gifts includes presents for the new mom who might be surprised by how much she needs once baby arrives. (Alright, maybe she doesn't need cozy slippers in three different colors, but she'll certainly appreciate them on those late nights back and forth to the nursery.)

40 Best Baby Shower Gift Ideas Every New Parent Will Use and Appreciate

While many 17-year-olds are looking forward to their future beyond high school, others might feel apprehensive about entering the adult world. Even parents or caregivers may experience stress and uncertainty as their child approaches the 17-year-old mark. As your 17-year-old moves toward such milestones as high school graduation and sending...

17-Year-Old Child Development Milestones

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The more parents used phones or tablets as a pacifying tool, the worse their children were at anger and frustration management skills a year later according to a Hungarian study.

Children handed smartphones to calm tantrums don't learn how to control their emotions, new research shows

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Parenting Questions Answered by a Pro

I have four-year-old-twins who will turn five in July. Only one of them seems ready for kindergarten this fall. Would you advise waiting until next year...

Parenting Questions Answered by a Pro

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