Tweens & Teens

new child safety features in ios, which apple announced at their annual developers conference 2026
More Tools In The Toolbox
By Katie McPherson

Apple Announces New iOS Child Safety Features, Which Will Roll Out This Fall

Here’s how parents can use these new settings to their full potential.

Teenage students in school uniforms sharing a laugh over a smartphone on stairs outdoors.
these are so useful

This Mom's 5 Pieces Of High School Advice For Girls Is Going Viral & Parents Should Pay Attention

This video could make a huge difference in their high school experience.

A close-up view of a young woman interacting with her smartphone while outdoors. She wears a casual ...
Parenting & AI

1 In 5 Teens Use AI Chatbots For Mental Health Advice. Here’s What Experts Want Parents To Know.

“The goal is to make sure teens are not alone with a machine when what they really need is care, connection, and someone who can help them stay safe.”

Hugging
what i know

I Raised 3 Teens. Here Are My Best Pieces Of Advice.

I stumbled a lot, but I also know what worked for us in the end.

Young father and two sons playing in the sandbox  at the park. All dressed in casual summer clothing...
i love a good system

A Dad of 7 Figured Out Summer In 4 Steps & It's Way Simpler Than Any Bucket List

Moms who love organization and process, this four-tier system for an unforgettable summer is for you.

A young woman with a baby on her lap swings.
Can someone call Claudia Kishi?

When Should You Let Your Teen Start Babysitting?

One mom asked Reddit if she was being too “helicopter parent” about her 14.5-year-old babysitting.

More Tools In The Toolbox
By Katie McPherson

Apple Announces New iOS Child Safety Features, Which Will Roll Out This Fall

Here’s how parents can use these new settings to their full potential.

these are so useful
By Katie Garrity

This Mom's 5 Pieces Of High School Advice For Girls Is Going Viral & Parents Should Pay Attention

This video could make a huge difference in their high school experience.

Parenting & AI
By Katie McPherson

1 In 5 Teens Use AI Chatbots For Mental Health Advice. Here’s What Experts Want Parents To Know.

“The goal is to make sure teens are not alone with a machine when what they really need is care, connection, and someone who can help them stay safe.”

what i know
By Katie Bingham-Smith

I Raised 3 Teens. Here Are My Best Pieces Of Advice.

I stumbled a lot, but I also know what worked for us in the end.

i love a good system
By Katie Garrity

A Dad of 7 Figured Out Summer In 4 Steps & It's Way Simpler Than Any Bucket List

Moms who love organization and process, this four-tier system for an unforgettable summer is for you.

Can someone call Claudia Kishi?
By Samantha Darby

When Should You Let Your Teen Start Babysitting?

One mom asked Reddit if she was being too “helicopter parent” about her 14.5-year-old babysitting.

Take A Look, It's In A Book
By Samantha Darby

My Kid Thinks Reading Is Torture. What Can I Do?

One parent (an avid reader) turned to Reddit for advice, and the post sparked a lot of great ideas.

Too Much?
By Samantha Darby

Do You Send Your Kids To Their Room So You Can Have Quiet Time?

One parent on Reddit asked if it was OK to say goodnight to her kids at 7 p.m. so she can breathe.

*white flag waving*
By Samantha Darby

Your Teen Isn’t Just Being A Jerk — They Might Be “Sh*tting The Nest”

This viral term explains why teens can act so awful before they leave home.

all the young dudes
By Kate Auletta

You Know Hacky Sacks Are Back. But Why?

I asked experts for the reasons behind the resurgence.