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65 Baby Names That Start With "Am"
Fact checked by Karen CilliFact checked by Karen CilliThere are so many options when it comes to finding a baby name. Whether you're interested in a religious or a historical name, there's one out there for you. If you're looking for something more specific, perhaps names that begin with the same sound, then you've come to the right place. We've gathered a list of unique and lovely baby names that start with "am." Some are classic picks, such as Amanda or Amelia, while others are more unique like Amoura. Regardless of what you decide, looking at more names can help get...
10 Celebrity Parents Who Have Opened Up About Pregnancy Loss
Fact checked by Karen CilliFact checked by Karen CilliA miscarriage can be a life event that still carries shame and stigma for the people who go through it. Some parents feel compelled to keep the experience a secret, often mourning the loss of their baby or even feeling guilty about it. That’s why it's refreshing when celebrity parents, who have social clout and the opportunity to speak publicly about complicated issues, get real about how pregnancy loss has affected their lives. It's an experience many people share and should not carry any stigma. Miscarriages are a common occurrence: Each year,...
Is Your Parenting Style Increasing Your Child’s ADHD Risk?
Medically reviewed by Laura Anderson Kirby, PhDMedically reviewed by Laura Anderson Kirby, PhDAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex topic and a lot of factors influence its development, including genetics and gene-environment interactions. But a recent study found that there are two additional key factors that seem to have a significant impact on its development: parenting style and child temperament. The two go hand-in-hand in shaping a child’s risk of ADHD—so how do you know which parenting style works best? Here, we look at the link between child temperament, parenting style, and ADHD and the best ways to help your child manage...
Should Kids Listen to Sabrina Carpenter's Music?
Fact checked by Sarah ScottFact checked by Sarah ScottSabrina Carpenter is best known as a vocal powerhouse who had everyone singing along to "Espresso" this summer ("That's that me espresso"). She released her latest album, Short n’ Sweet, in August this year, and she's following it up with a tour that began in September and will continue through March 2025.Her sound is light-hearted, flirty, fun pop music, but her lyrics send a clear message—she embraces her sexuality and some foul language without reservation. More power to Sabrina, but it means that parents of younger kids are running into a dilemma:...
Here’s What It Means When Your Kid Says That’s ‘Bussin'
Fact checked by Sarah ScottFact checked by Sarah ScottIf you have a tween or teen, then it's safe to say you've probably heard them say "that's bussin." Maybe they used the term after a delicious meal they've had or after viewing a stylish outfit a celebrity wore at a concert—regardless, the word is popping up everywhere. The term "bussin" is another slang word that you'll need to add to your vocabulary if you want to keep up with the kids both in real life and on social media. So we've done some research about the origins of this popular slang word,...
100 Baby Names Inspired by Spices, Cocktails, Desserts, and More
Fact checked by Sarah ScottFact checked by Sarah ScottIf there is one near-universal constant across cultures and families, it’s that food can be a source of comfort and joy, a reason to gather together, and while it’s also nourishing, some meals can be purely for pleasure too. So it’s no surprise that some people have strong connections to their favorite foods and cooking traditions. When it comes time to name your baby, you might want to consider names both classic and unique that are inspired by different foods and drinks. While you may already be familiar with those like Jasmine...
101 Shakespeare-Inspired Baby Names That Bring the Drama
Fact checked by Karen CilliFact checked by Karen CilliWilliam Shakespeare once wrote, “What’s in a name?” Turns out, everything! That line appears in one of his most famous plays, Romeo & Juliet, and is followed by the equally iconic line “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.”Shakespeare knew quite a bit about names. The legendary playwright has penned dramatic productions with some of the most popular monikers of all time, including Jessica and Olivia. His works are a goldmine of inspiration, but don’t worry—you don’t have to give your child a very obvious Shakespearian name like Hamlet...
A Parents Guide to Twitch Streamers Tweens and Teens Love
Fact checked by Karen CilliFact checked by Karen CilliIf you're raising a teen or tween, you've probably heard them mention Twitch more than once. As a live streaming platform, it differs slightly from other social media platforms, like TikTok and Instagram Reels — and young people are obsessed with it: 41% of Twitch users are in the 16-24 age range, and most kids spend more than 20 minutes on Twitch everyday. It originally took off as a platform for gamers, and you’ll still find plenty of online gaming happening on Twitch. These days, however, users can watch cooking shows on...
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