Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul is getting real about co-parenting with her ex Dakota Mortensen. She shared a post in her Instagram Stories after Easter in April 2025, which was then shared on Reddit , where she admitted how “suffocating” it is to co-parent instead of having her kids 100 percent of the time. In addition to co-parenting with Dakota, Frankie has two kids with her ex-husband Tate Paul....
In a perfect world , parents are always responsible, take great care of their kids, and model good behavior. But there is no such thing as a perfect world , and sometimes kids have it together better than their parents. Growing up is hard enough, but when you have to worry about keeping your parents in line, it can make life extremely frustrating . A recent high school graduate was on a Caribbean cruise with their parents and had to show them a little tough love....
The holiday season is just around the corner, and as the temperatures drop, the anticipation for cozy family traditions begins to rise. One of the most beloved holiday traditions in recent years has been festive holiday pajamas. Whether you’re gearing up for holiday movie marathons , cookie-baking sessions, or just capturing a perfect family photo for this year’s holiday card , matching pajamas bring a sense of unity, warmth, and joy that everyone in the family can get on board with!...
Many of my parenting decisions are based on what I wished for and never received as a child. The big three that I prayed for every night were a swimming pool, a house with two stories, and bunk beds. Well, we live in NYC, so it’s highly unlikely that my kids are going to get a pool. There are a few stairs that lead to our elevator, so that one is kind of covered....
Alleged kidnapper Craig Nelson Ross Jr. is behind bars in New York after police tracked him at his home in Porter’s Corner after he allegedly left a ransom note at the home of then-missing Charlotte Sena. The 9-year-old girl disappeared at a Moreau Lake State Park camping site in Gansevoort, on September 30, and was found two days later in a cabinet in Ross’ camper. Ross’ adult son, Joshua, spoke with a reporter from TMZ and had nothing nice to say about his father , who is now accused of kidnapping Charlotte....
As Father’s Day approaches, you might be wondering what to get the new dad in your life. If you’ve recently welcomed a baby or are preparing to usher a new little one into your home – or even if you have a seasoned dad pro on board – may I kindly suggest you consider taking a look at the ultimate product that all dads deserve: the coveted Dad Shoe....
Wracking your brain over what to give in your Secret Santa gift exchange this year? If you’re giving a gift to someone who’s expecting, we might be able to help you out there. Well, sort of. The folks behind Prank Pack, the company known for its hilarious prank gift boxes, are back at it again with a brand-new gift box to add to the holiday hijinks . It’s called the Birthie Stick , which promises to up a birth experience times a million by letting you film your own face during childbirth — from right between your legs!...
As a working mom, my days are a whirlwind of school pickups, meeting deadlines, and searching for that ever-elusive moment of zen. So when it comes to skin care , I need products that work as hard as I do (which is pretty darn hard, if I do say so myself). That’s why I was excited to give the MERIT Great Skin Instant Glow Serum a whirl, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint!...
If you’ve ever had a small child with a favorite fictional character , you know that sometimes things go more smoothly if they can wear an article of clothing on their body with that happy face. You’ve probably washed a favorite shirt hundreds of times because it’s in such heavy rotation. Or you may have even bought a backup or the next size, just in case. It’s also a delightful bonus when kids are potty training and their faves are on their underwear to cheer them on....
Ready for some family fun? The kind that involves laughter, screams of victory, sighs of defeat, coordination, and fine motor skills? But what’s the right game to get? Do you want table tennis? Air hockey? Billiards? Something else? No need to make difficult decisions. This ESPN 4-in-1 Combo Game Table has four games all in the same easy-to-convert table: hockey, billiards, table tennis, and finger shoot basketball. And it’s on sale at Walmart for only $179....
Is it starting to get spooky where you are? It’s late October, and a lot of neighborhoods are getting into the Halloween spirit. People go all out this time of year, and we are here for it. We love the displays, and the amount of time and creativity people put into decorating is impressive . But not everyone loves a good spooky display. A skeleton display in Grantsville, Utah, has the neighborhood divided....
The country is reeling after another instance of gun violence against a Black teenager is making headlines. Sixteen-year-old Ralph Yarl was shot Sunday by a white homeowner after he’d gone to the wrong address to pick up his siblings. And now, celebrities like Viola Davis are speaking out and calling for action to ensure that justice is served. Ralph Yarl is currently in critical condition after the incident. View this post on Instagram A post shared by CNN (@cnn)...
There is nothing quite like sharing in the excitement of your bestie’s new baby . We love to make the mama-to-be feel special, and showering her with gifts and love at a party is the perfect way. And isn’t there always that one friend who goes out of their way to make a celebration memorable ? A TikToker named Nienke, who posts as @nienkebeitske , was in charge of making the cake for her bestie’s baby shower, and she wanted to do something the mom-to-be would never forget....
When I think of all my favorite things about being a mom, sharing the things I loved when I was a kid with my own kids is high on the list. There’s just something about watching my kids eat and enjoy a favorite family meal or seeing my husband’s eyes light up when our son asks to wear his old championship baseball jersey during little league practice that makes this whole parenting thing worth it....
To be fair, in her video , Aubrey urges other users on TikTok not to “spare her feelings” and to be honest. The outfit is a gingham baby doll dress with a skirt that looks kind of like a doily underneath it. It could be worse and, according to some users, it’s not a bad look. But others were quick to share their brutally honest thoughts about the outfit....
Police in Indiana say a woman and her father cooked up a bizarre scheme to maintain his veteran’s benefits while he’s in prison. Kimberly Tempel, 44, and Bradley McCollum, 59, each face felony charges for falsifying information on a marriage certificate. Not only did Tempel already have a husband, but also she and McCollum, her biological father, married each other. And it apparently didn’t end there. The pair allegedly lied on several different parts of the marriage application, raising red flags....
Bored kids, endlessly begging to watch more TV or play a game on your tablet or phone, are a hazard of winter when there are toddlers in the house. You don’t have to succumb to the whining, though. You are in charge here! And you know where too much screen time ends: crabby and hangry. Gently take away the screen and pop open this Playhut Pinkfong Baby Shark Explore 4 Fun Pop-Up Play Tent ....
How you met, where you came from, and the story of how you all ended up living together as a family is no doubt a good story. It’s also what makes you a family. That isn’t defined by your last name or even your bloodline. Family is a verb. You become family through actions and deeds. This isn’t always the message kids hear in the world and media, though. So raise your voice over the din with some in-home messaging....
When Lorenzo Miranda’s parents picked him up from Little Monkeys Preschool on November 8, 2017, everything seemed fine . While driving home, his parents, Beaudene Wi and Ricardo Miranda, reportedly noticed Lorenzo had stopped breathing and his skin had changed color . His parents rushed him to Palmerston North Hospital in Palmerston North, New Zealand. Doctors quickly tried to determine what ailed the 20-month-old child. A call to Little Monkey’s owner, Jenny Hall, revealed something heartbreaking ....
Taking care of small children doesn’t always lend itself to the confines of an adult schedule . Kids don’t care about our deadlines, prior commitments, or other pertinent grown-up business. The dichotomy of being a parent and a person is a juggling act . When is it appropriate to make your child wait while you take care of business? Will the adults in the room have sympathy for your child’s pressing needs?...
