Feb. 26, 2026

Family Life

Family Life

Disney's newest cruise ship, Destiny, has a "heroes and villains" theme.
Big Villain Energy
By Jacqueline Dole

We Sailed Disney’s New “Heroes & Villains” Cruise Ship. Here’s What Parents Should Know.

Disney’s Destiny promises nonstop entertainment and next-level theming. We looked at how it actually works for families once you’re onboard.

SSRIs for everyone

Does My Dog Need Anxiety Meds? A Veterinarian Shares The Signs It’s Time

Better living through chemistry — it’s not just for humans.

Something's Not Right...

A New Study Says If You Think Your Child's Seriously Ill, You’re Likely Right

Parents’ gut feelings are a better predictor of serious illness than a kid’s literal vitals, apparently.

A little girl eats a bowl of oatmeal.
honestly, would eat

Parents Are Sharing Their Easy No Cutting Board Meals For Kids

"If you’re blending something it’s WAY too hard. If even a single pot or pan is involved, I’m still listening but I’m suspicious.

the odds are not in your favor

Almost 50% Of Parents Believe Their Kid Will Get An Athletic Scholarship But Only 2% Of Kids Actually Do

This gap is on purpose, says one mom.

tweens love country music?

This Teacher Broke Down What’s “In” and “Out” According to Fifth Graders

The tweens have spoken.

Mental Health

Sorry, How TF Are We Supposed To Get Turned On Anymore?

People Are Sharing The Compliments They Received That They'll Never Forget

Women Are Sharing The Most Unhinged Woo Woo Things That Have Changed Their Life

Is 4 The Magic Number Of Postpartum Years?

How To Create A Home Gym That’s Actually For You (Not “New Year, New You”)

I Love My GLP-1. Does That Make Me a Bad Feminist?

A Pep Talk Hotline Created By An Elementary School Has Everyone Ugly Crying

This Family Therapist Cannot Understand Why Boomer Parents Hide Their Medical Issues From Their Adult Children

How To Do A Digital Detox As A Family

This Teacher Says Her High School Students Can't Even Sit Still To Watch A Movie

This High School Teacher Lists Things Students Do *Now* That Would Send Our High School Selves "Into A Coma"

Kids Are Doing The "Flip The Camera" Trend & It's Really Mean-Spirited

Viral Video About Dads Who "Just Show Up" Without Helping Is Sending Moms

The Most Important Words To Say When Your Child Comes Out To You

A Mom Asked ‘Happy & Thriving’ Moms To Share Their Secrets

This Mom Is Choosing A Relaxing "NO-vember" Where The Entire Family Stays Home

tell me true
By Sarah Aswell

Ask Scary Mommy: When Did You Really Know Your Marriage Was Over?

Real talk: What was the moment when you knew there was no change to salvage your relationship?

Big Villain Energy
By Jacqueline Dole

We Sailed Disney’s New “Heroes & Villains” Cruise Ship. Here’s What Parents Should Know.

Disney’s Destiny promises nonstop entertainment and next-level theming. We looked at how it actually works for families once you’re onboard.

bookworms - listen up!
By Katie Garrity

People On Reddit Are Sharing The Book That Turned Them Into "Readers"

From kids classics to popular fiction, this list is noteworthy!

Vacation, all i ever wanted
By Jennifer Saporta

We Took A Cruise During The Holidays & Now I’m Never Not Doing That Again

We all got what we needed, and my kid was a trooper. Win-win.

jedi mind trick
By Katie Garrity

This Mom Says That The Women With The Happiest Relationships Are "Useless"

Her ideology is actually brilliant.

long and short of it
By Reem Raouda

We Were So Busy Worrying About Teens Emotional Lives We Missed Who They Really Are

Check ins are essential, but we overlooked the big picture.

not OK at all
By Katie Garrity

A Video Showing Two Daughters' Visceral Reaction To Their Brother Eating All Their Snacks Is Going Viral

Conversations about how boys and men weaponize food are going off in the comments.

Did Someone Say Invisible Labor?
By Louisa Eunice

Planning Our Relaxing Family Vacation Is The Single Most Exhausting Thing I Do All Year

It almost ended my marriage.

okay boomer
By Katie Garrity

This Family Therapist Cannot Understand Why Boomer Parents Hide Their Medical Issues From Their Adult Children

“Oh, we didn’t want to worry you!”

ho ho no
By Holly Garcia

Brrr Baskets Might Be The Bane Of My Existence

I thought I had Christmas presents on lock. Then my kids threw me for a holly, jolly loop.