Study: Teens Who Stand at Desks Have Sharper Minds in School
New evidence has been found for the neurocognitive benefits of standing desks in schools.
We Analyzed A Bunch of Baby Animals And These Are The Cutest
Baby animals. Because baby animals.
Confessions of a “Crunchy” Mom
Yup, that’s me. Breastfeeding my daughter in our community garden plot. There is no doubt that I have become what the urban dictionary calls “crunchy.”
Resolution: Find out what makes you happy, and do it!
Ranglemessen. One of the most annoying parts of being a parent.
Look Out Millennials: Your Mom's On Snapchat
Who has hundreds of Snapchat friends and a cooler handle than you? Your mom.
Is It Better For Tweens When We Let Them Fail?
The tween years are some of the most important in our lives. But parenting tweens often feels like an impossible task. We searched for some answers.
You Should Avoid Using Teflon Around Kids, Because Science
Exposure to a toxic chemical used in Teflon until 2015 is linked to several cancers, diseases and negative health outcomes. An updated look at the data.
How I Answered My Daughter When She Asked About God
"Mama? Who is God?" Our almost five-year-old daughter and oldest child asked my partner and me this question at dinner the other night.“Where does he live?”
You Deserve The Truth About A Friends Reunion
Does the phrase "WE WERE ON A BREAK!" mean anything to you? Do you call your soul mate your "lobster?" Don't get too hyped about this announcement yet.
New Study Shows That People in Their 40s Are Happiest
New research published in Developmental Psychology suggests that people are happier in their early 40s (midlife) than they were at age 18.
Study Shows How Memory is Critical to Pre-Schooler's Long-Term Success
Preschoolers who score lower on a memory task are likely to score higher on a dropout risk scale at the age of 12.
How My Shopping Habits Changed When I Became a Mom
I used to go to Target, sure, but when I became a mom they let me start paying rent there.
Better Water Resolutions for the Whole Family
Everything you need to know to conserve water at home, break your bottled water habit, reduce waste, and get much better water in your home.
“Well, honey, there’s this thing called global warming caused by human activity and it’s hurting the earth. Here, have a ginger snap.”
Hey Dads, We Need to Talk About the Length of Your Poop Breaks
This is the real break that’s dividing the nation and frustrating mothers globally – and we need to talk about it.
Paying Someone Else to Clean the Bathroom (And Other Confessions)
There are few things as sacred in motherhood as having a door that locks. In my house that's the bathroom door, so my bathroom has become the place I retreat to when I need to have a small nervous ...
How to Help Your Kid Survive the Wild... Indoors (A Minecraft Story)
Minecraft as my son plays it is the wild west. It's a melting pot and playground rolled into one. The incredible developmental social aspects fascinate me.
No One More Excited About Lego's New 1960s Batcave Set Than Boy Wonder
Lego reveals retro Batcave set will be released in March to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the classic Batman TV series. Update: it's AWESOME.
iOS 9.3 Will Make It Easier to Read in Bed - And Still Fall Asleep
We're looking forward to the free iOS 9.3 update for iPhone and iPad. Our favorite feature is Night Shift, which shifts colors in the display at night.
Computer Tests Widen Writing Achievement Gap for Low-Income Kids
The Department of Education wants to move students to computerized tests, but low-income kids don't get much practice typing on a computer.
Guilty of Sharenting? You're Not Alone
Research shows how frequently new parents post to social media - and why.
Your Toddler's Weight Might Be Affected By Their Exposure to Artificial Light
Light exposure plays a role in the weight of preschool children, a world-first study reveals.
Study Shows That Women With More Kids Might Live Longer. (What?)
If you're a woman who wants to age more slowly, this study says you simply need to have more kids. Easy, right?