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When moms get overwhelmed, helpful dads will suggest we make them a list. That’s more work for us.
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I Just Can’t Take The Mom Group Chats Anymore
I like to pepper in a few sarcastic and funny comments. But also, it’s too much.
Everything I Learned About Parenting I Learned From 'Hook'
Nothing but happy thoughts from this film!
The Nostalgia Issue
Man, I Miss Blockbuster
Everything I Learned About Parenting I Learned From 'Hook'
I Can't Believe My Kids Hate My Favorite Childhood Movie
8 Unforgettable ‘90s Movie Soundtrack Moments
Josie and the Pussycats' Is The Lost Millennial Classic
There Is No Better Example Of The Body Glitter Era Than 'Ever After’
My 3-Year-Old Loves Classic Rock & I'm Not About To Stop Him
Waiting To Exhale Taught Me What It Takes To Be A Mom
'Mystic Pizza' Star William R. Moses Is Really Sorry His Character Was Such A Jerk
27 Baby Names Inspired By ABC's TGIF
The Wheel Of Feels
A Mom Shares Her Toddler's Untraditional 12 A.M. Bedtime Routine
It’s got a couple of unexpected advantages.
12 Years After Her Book Published, The "Tiger Mom" Is Opening Up About Her Regrets
A Mom's Brilliant Toddler “Invention Box” Provides Her With Hours Of Free Time
A Woman Wonders If ADHD Is A Valid Excuse For Her Boyfriend's Lack Of House Cleaning
This High School Teacher's Untraditional Classroom Rules Are Causing An Internet Uproar
The “Rumours” Are True! Stevie Nicks Is Getting Her Own Barbie Doll
TikTok Is Obsessed With The Grocery Girl Trend — Here Are 15 Home Items to Get the Fruity Fiesta Started
The Scandinavian Sleep Method Might "Save Your Marriage"
Andie MacDowell Served Perfect Witchy Vibes In A Leather Suit And Black Bra
A Neighborhood In Utah Transformed Into Barbieland For Halloween & We’re Obsessed
A Mom Creates The Perfect Step-By-Step Breakdown For Teaching Your Kid To Clean Their Room
Baby Name Consultant Drops The Rarest Baby Names Used For Girls Last Year
10 Family Reality Shows That Are Better Than The Kardashians
This Video Of A Mom Helping Her Daughter Shave Her Facial Hair Will Heal Your Inner Tween
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The Internet Is Debating What Time Of Year Is The Best To Get Pregnant
Where did my sanity go?
I’m still wearing my maternity pants 9 yrs after
My teen daughter thinks I’m her maid
I worry I’ll never love my second kid as much as my first.
My lifelong friends without kids make no effort to get to know my child
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'My MIL Is A Witch'
From The Confessional: 'I'm Always Second Guessing How I Parent'
From The Confessional: 'I Regret Getting Married'
From The Confessional: ‘I Don’t Like My Teen Daughter’s Boyfriend’
From The Confessional: 'I'm GLAD My Son Is Failing At His Summer Classes’
From The Confessional: 'My Toddler Was Quiet For 30 Seconds...'
From The Confessional: 'I Can't Stand My Only Other Mom Friend'
From The Confessional: 'My Husband Isn't A Good Kisser'
From The Confessional: 'I Think My Marriage Is Over'
From The Confessional: 'I Hate Socializing With Other Parents'
From The Confessional: ‘I Want To Go On A Vacation By Myself'
From The Confessional: 'I Love When My Husband Travels For Work'
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