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There's A New Gerber Baby — And He’s A Ray Of Light
When it comes to marketing, it’s hard to compete with the mass appeal of babies. Gerber caught on in 1928, when the brand held a contest in search of the very first ‘Gerber Baby.’ The winning submission was a sweet sketch of a baby’s face that continues to represent the brand to this day. Since 2014, Gerber has celebrated the tradition (and our collective adoration of babies) with an annual Photo Search contest, awarding the role of Gerber Spokesbaby and ‘Chief Growing Officer’ to one roly poly cherub each year.
135 Dog Names Inspired By Everyone’s Favorite Onscreen Canines
Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Shutterstock; Photos Courtesy of Movie Studios. Everyone knows those scene-stealing characters who make the movie. And, uh, it's often the on-screen pooches that capture everyone's hearts. Condolences to the actors, but it's hard to compete with floofy, tail-wagging babies. Not only are they adorable, but these dogs...
17 Instagram Captions For Baby's First Birthday To Match Your Many Emotions
So, it's your pride and joy's first-ever birthday. *Sob.* There are truly no words to describe how quickly the year is gone, how much your baby has grown, and how messy they got the first time they ate (OK, obliterated) birthday cake. Fortunately, you've documented every single milestone — and you're certainly not going to stop on their first birthday. But since emotions will be running high, you may need a little help when it comes to tossing captions on the roughly one million photos you're going to post on the grid to commemorate this huge date in the life of your baby.
New Study Shares The Top Ten Disney Character Baby Names
Popular baby name lists have continually shown that people tend to name their kids after pop culture phenomenons (i.e., the year Twilight was released — there were so many Bellas!), so it’s no surprise that the ever-popular world of Disney has charted a time or two. Parents have named their kids after princesses, pirates, and even animated foxes.
A Mom Sparked Debate After Joking That Swimming In The Pool Counts As A Bath
After a long day at the swimming pool, are you taking the kids home to bathe or shower? Or do you think that the chlorinated water counts as a bath?. One mom sparked a major debate on Instagram after sharing a viral video, joking that baths are no longer necessary because summer is in full swing. Her family just uses the pool as a bathtub!
A Stay-At-Home Dad Wants To Quit After One Weekend Alone With The Baby
It is really impossible to know how hard it is to care for a baby until you have one. I remember the complete shock I was in the month after I returned home from the hospital, realizing that I would not have a worry-free moment — or a hands-free moment — for a very long time. Possibly 18 years.
Jollywood Nights Will Return For 2024, & Disney World Just Announced The Dates
Need a little boost today? Here’s something to trigger a dopamine release — as part of their #HalfwayToTheHolidays celebration, Disney just announced that Jollywood Nights will be returning to Disney World’s Hollywood Studios for the 2024 holiday season. So, if you slept on this new event last year, you’ve got another shot at taking part in the very merry glitz and glamour.
'My Husband And I Got Divorced And Told No One'
Plenty of parents pressure their own grown-up kids to have children. But sometimes, those same people who can’t stop asking for grandkids are nowhere to be found when said grandkids actually appear. At least, that’s one reader’s experience, shared with us in the Scary Mommy Confessional this week. (And it’s not the only submission about disappointing grandparents.) Plus, readers share about secret divorces, secret marriages, and more.
Actually, My Kid LOVES Talking About Puberty
It was 3:15 pm when my 11-year-old burst through the side door, visibly out of breath after sprinting from the bus stop. He announced excitedly: “Well, mom, we had the puberty talk!” I’d gotten an email from the school about it earlier in the month, sharing the date and some topic details in case some parents wanted to opt out, but in the chaos of life, I had forgotten about it entirely. “Wow,” I responded nervously. “How did it go?”
Moms Of Only Children Open Up About The Moment They Knew They Were "One & Done"
Some moms decide to have an only child because they feel complete after having one. Others prefer not to divide their attention and resources among multiple kids. And some reveal they always wanted more than one, but after numerous miscarriages or unsuccessful fertility treatments, they realized they wouldn’t be able to.
65 Bougie Outfits Under $35 On Amazon That Actually Look Expensive
Whether you’re headed out on vacation or just looking to add a few bougie additions to your everyday wardrobe, this list is for you. It’s overflowing with all the chic, glam, and expensive-looking finds you can dream of — like ruffled blouses and crocheted dresses that will have everyone looking your way. As if that wasn’t enough to have you feeling extra good about all the goodies that lie ahead, you’ll be thrilled to know that they’re all under $35.
When You Get Tired Of Being The Only Person Who Hasn’t Tried Pickleball, Here’s Your Guide
It’s not just you; these days, it seems like everyone is obsessed with pickleball. The tennis-badminton-ping-pong hybrid had been seeing a resurgence prior to the pandemic, and then (ahem) spiked in popularity as people looked for new ways to get outside and stay social in 2020. Now, it remains the fastest-growing sport on the block, with more than 50,000 known pickleball courts across the country for families and friends to practice their serve.
Redditors Share Their Best-Kept Disney World Tips & Tricks
Planning a Disney trip can be overwhelming. From budgeting time to budgeting your finances, every part of your dream Disney vacation can feel like it requires spreadsheets, math equations, and Tylenol. There's just so much to see at each park and, realistically, a finite amount of time and money to make it all happen. And since going to Disney is a once-in-a-lifetime event for many families, the pressure to go big before you go home is real. So, here's a little Disney planning PSA for you: In your quest to find the best (and most niche) tips and tricks, don't overlook Reddit.
Mattel Is Releasing Ken's Mojo Dojo Casa House
It was just last summer that the Barbie movie took the world by storm, painting the town pink and making the patriarchy see red. Our insatiable Barbie thirst has been met with a steady stream of collectible merchandise, and Mattel just announced plans to release a brand new little something for the Kenthusiasts.
Iconic, Early '00s Tween Clothing Store, Limited Too, Teases A Comeback
Millennials, grab your butterfly clips and stretchy choker necklaces because Limited Too, the iconic tween clothing brand, announced it would be relaunching in July!. The early 2000s fashion staple — known for its bright colors and glittery details — was a must-wear for girls growing up in the 2000s (myself included!). Sadly, the brand was discontinued in 2008.
A Mom Wonders How Much She Should Pay A Babysitter Working One Day A Week
A now-viral TikTok begs the question that several parents ponder when looking for childcare: how much do you pay a babysitter?. When I babysat twenty-something years ago, I was paid about $8 an hour plus a pizza dinner. Now, it seems that the rate for a babysitter has increased dramatically, so much so that moms are wondering how much to pay their babysitters without coming off as cheap.
8 Books Like Heartstopper Your Teen Will Love
I read and review a lot of kids' books, and I've noticed some positive trends over the last four years. There's the increase in representation of culturally celebratory books written by BIPOC authors and illustrators; a delightful spike in horror and thriller novels written by queer, Indigenous, and Latinx writers; and one of the best trends for teens — LGBTQAI+ romance stories told in the form of graphic novels.
'I Don't Want To Have Sex Again But I Want A Second Baby'
We all know little kids can get sick a lot — but for many of us, it’s a little bit of a shock to realize that this means parents tend to get sick more, too. And parenting while sick, well... let’s just say it’s not much fun. Pinkeye? In both eyes? No thank you. And as one reader puts it, “Parenting when you have the flu should be illegal.” There’s plenty of other stuff going on in the Scary Mommy Confessional, too. Read on for what people have to say about sex, pregnancy, summer “vacation,” and general end-of-school-year stress.
There’s Absolutely Nothing Wrong With You If You Haven’t Found Love After Divorce
I thought falling in love and finding a partner after my divorce would be so much easier. I had visions of locking eyes with some hunky man in the produce department at the grocery store or I thought maybe a friend would set me up. I definitely had high hopes for online dating.
20 Movies That How to Train Your Dragon Fans Will Love
It's been over a decade since the How to Train Your Dragon franchise began. Two sequels later, it continues to capture the hearts of kids and adults everywhere — and the franchise gains new fans every day, thanks to the buzz surrounding the upcoming HTTYD Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe opening in 2025.
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