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12 Phrases Psychologists Are Begging Parents and Grandparents to Stop Saying to a Youngest Child

Bad behavior can occur in children of all ages for various reasons. However, it's important to nip bad behaviors in the bud and practice positive discipline strategies while kids are still young to prevent behavior from getting worse. If your child is acting out in surly ways, it's important to...

7 Examples of Bad Behavior Parents Should Correct ASAP

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A new study found that this grandparent's positive influence on a child who had experienced trauma can extend for years.

Out Of The Four Grandparents, A Study Has Shown This One Has The Deepest Impact On Their Grandkids

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Dad said he was going to the store. The trip should have taken an hour or two, tops, but he never came back. Nelson Muntz, the big bully in The Simpsons, claims his dad went to get cigarettes, and he’s still waiting for him to return 35 years later. Good Charlotte sings, “Then one day on Christmas Eve, dad went to the store. We checked his room his things were gone, we didn’t see him no more,” in their hit song Little Things.

Why Do So Many Fathers Abandon Their Children?

Relationships are a two-way street in all aspects. While partners do cover for each other every now and then, there still needs to be a certain level of balance. Over the past few decades, the institution of marriage in the United States has seen a significant decline of about 60% since the 1970s, reports CNBC. While there are various factors contributing to this trend, content creator Katie Hanlon—who goes by @thekatiehanlon on TikTok—has mentioned some less-discussed yet crucial factors that can often lead to relationship breakdowns.

Woman explains how marriages are ending because of the inability of men to talk about emotions

The summer is a good time to take stock of how your kids are faring. Are they doing something that excites them? Do they wake up every morning eager to get going? Are they happy?. I did not ask about their grades, because if you answered "yes" to those questions,...

I talked to 70 parents who raised highly successful adults: 4 things they always did when their kids were young

Teenagers have almost always been the demographic most keyed in the latest trends. As young people who are still in the process of forming their identities, they aren’t afraid to experiment with their personal style. They are often the most inventive when it comes to how they dress and style their hair.

What Are Surfer Curtains, and Why Is Gen Z Obsessed with This Laid-Back Style?

The stereotypical alpha male has held his place in pop culture for generations. You know the one: the prom king jock in teen movies, the hard-partying fraternity president, or the guy at work who takes over every meeting and tries to be the boss. The alpha male was the ideal for many young people, but lately a new alpha is taking over: the sigma. But what exactly is a sigma?

What Is a Sigma and Why Are Teens Saying It?

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"In my nine years of parenting, I’ve had various responses to the fact that I have an 'only' — or 'singleton,' as some of us like to call it."

5 Things You Should Never Say To Moms Of Only Children

Scary Mommy

I was at the beach with a group of moms. It’s a group in which we are casual friends, and I feel like a bit of an outsider. I marveled at everyone else’s ability to function like a little family, with each woman doting on the others’ kids — answering their questions, shaking out their towels, and tending to their newly scraped knees. They each brought their own beach bags, but snacks and supplies became communal as all the kids transitioned to the ocean and then back to the sand.

Please Don’t Parent My Kids Like They’re Your Own

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Former President Donald Trump chose Vance as his running mate for the 2024 presidential elections.

Fact Check: JD Vance Said Women Should Stay in Violent Marriages?

While we adhere to strict editorial guidelines, partners on this page also provide us earnings. Mariah Sanchez was born when her mother was just 21, in college and earning less than what Sanchez makes today — but she still doesn’t feel financially ready to have children. Sanchez, a...

‘I couldn’t imagine raising a child in this economy’: 40% of young US women say they aren’t having kids because they’re too expensive — and financial experts say the problem is real

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Perhaps “dad jokes” are more powerful (and important) than we’ve realized all along. An exciting new study for parents concludes that humor could be the missing ingredient in the recipe for effective child-rearing. Picture this: It’s a typical weekday morning. You’re trying...

Funny parents raise happier kids

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When babies are born, they naturally have no concept of manners. This means the responsibility of showing the polite way […]

Everyday Manners You Should Be Teaching Your Kids

Gender equality and household chores have been at loggerheads for a long time. The gradual resolution to this debate can now be seen in the change of perspectives among men and women across the globe. While women have borne the burden of household chores for decades now, times seem to be changing for the better and people are arriving at the realization that managing a house is a collective responsibility of the adults occupying it. A recent viral TikTok video shared by a Texan UPS driver, J.R. Minton (@minton__jr), shows him changing the narrative around household chores.

Dad explains why he 'can't help' his wife with household chores and hits the nail on the head

BabyCenter

Teaching kids to do chores is a win-win! Here are the best age-appropriate chores, plus how to motivate your child to get involved.

The best age-appropriate chores for kids

When Priya Amin's 7-year-old son handed her a drawing, her initial reaction was to praise it with a simple, "Oh, that’s so cute!" However, upon closer inspection, the sketch left her speechless. The drawing depicted a scene from just ten minutes earlier, showing Amin working on her laptop while her son stood nearby, asking, "Mommy, are you done?" In the drawing, she replied, "No," without even glancing up.

Mom finds heartbreaking drawing from her son revealing the struggles of work-life balance

School dress codes are an ongoing topic of contention between students and school leaders. On one hand, students want freedom of expression and identity, and on the other hand, schools expect a level of modesty and conformity. Earlier this year, a high school student in Florida said she was denied...

School Dress Codes Should Be a Thing of the Past—Here’s Why

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What Research Says About Being a Stay-at-Home Parent

Ask people what they think about stay-at-home moms (SAHMs) and stay-at-home parents in general, and you'll likely get a variety of answers. Some might say they've...

What Research Says About Being a Stay-at-Home Parent

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