Shop Right Now Modern-day toy lists often include lots of technology, fun gadgets, updated board games, and trending and viral toys. But sometimes, simple is best. For the folks looking to throw it back a bit and get a toy that isn’t mass-produced or possibly all plastic, handmade toys are where it’s at. From puzzles to airplanes and pretend campfires , many homemade toys are available online. They’re detailed enough for kids to enjoy but still leave so much to the imagination....

There are a lot of pumpkin spice opinions out there. Some folks hate it, and think it’s basic. Some people, namely fall lovers , love it, and some people think it’s basic and love it anyway. There are also lots of opinions on when to even indulge in pumpkin spice discourse. Some think it has to be fall, but some, like us, think it’s never too early to talk about pumpkin spice....

Moms have a love-hate relationship with Valentine’s Day. On one hand, it’s a way to show love and feel the love from their spouse, friends, and kids. On the other hand, the ritual of getting treats for the whole class the night before can make the day a bit more stressful than they would like. That said, the day is something kids love and remember, so why not try to make it special for them?...

What we’re trying to say is that moms need lots of love and support. And traditional new baby or shower gifts are great! Anything helps, but in these hard times, we thought we’d compile a list of things that moms might not remember to ask for. Or just things that will really come in handy in moments they never saw themselves in before. From bad rashes to cramping wrists, check out some of the gifts that moms actually want for their babies....

There is always so much pressure when it comes to buying gifts . It’s especially so when we just want to be able to make happy memories with the people in our lives, and for kids, that can feel like the whole purpose of the holiday season. We are here to help make it a little easier because we could all use a little break from this long global health issue, in any way that we can get it....

The Fourth of July holiday is fast approaching, and while we start planning our long weekends at the beach and barbecues with family, let’s not forget what the day is truly about: celebrating the United States’ independence from Great Britain! It’s also the day that we get to watch amazing fireworks displays in neighborhoods and cities all around the country … and the chance to munch on a hot dog or two....

The relationship between grandparents and their grandkids is special. And whether grandparents have grandchildren who are young or grown adults, they still deserve love and appreciation in the form of holiday gifts. They do so much, after all. Grandparents are a major support system, and give everyone nothing but love. They also tend to be really amazing babysitters if little kids are in the picture. Grandparents are so special and honored in our culture, there is an entire day, Grandparents’ Day, dedicated just to them....

A school bus collided with a semi-truck in Rushville, Illinois, on March 11, resulting in the death of five people, including three young children. The bus was transporting preschoolers on US 24 when the crash occurred. Both vehicles reportedly erupted into flames upon impact, killing all occupants in the vehicles. The tragedy has rocked Rushville, a community of about 3,000 people that sits about 60 miles west of Springfield. Schuyler-Industry Schools shared the devastating news on its Facebook page and canceled classes on March 12 and 13....

Baby cribs may look like tiny little jail cells (and honestly, that’s kind of what they are); but the truth is, they’re safe, comfy, and offer you lots of peace of mind during that first year of parenthood. Still, there will come a time when that baby of yours becomes a walking, talking toddler with the stealth moves of a ninja. Suddenly, the little one is climbing out of the crib at all hours of the night and giving you a major heart attack when you catch her dangling over the crib railing on the baby monitor ....

Sometimes the prettiest things are small, and such is the case with micro tattoos. When done by talented artists, tiny tattoos can be delicate and stylish and still make a big impact. Tiny tattoos are a great way to dip a toe into the inked world — but fair warning, it can get addictive fast! For those who like their tattoos to be easily concealed, this is definitely something to consider....

A Minnesota family feels lucky to be alive after a terrifying encounter with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. Destiny Jackson, 26, found herself giving CPR to her 6-month-old baby after her family’s car was filled with tear gas. Jackson, her husband, and their six children, ages 11 and younger, were driving in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026, when they found themselves at the wrong place at the wrong time....

“Talk dirty to me!” We’ve all seen people do it in the movies . But have you ever tried to do it in real life? Awkward! What do you say? How do you say it? And how do you avoid sounding completely ridiculous? What if you try it and he just cracks up and laughs at you ? Is this even worth trying at all? Relax! We’ve tapped some sex experts to give us their best advice on whispering sweet nothings....

I am constantly in awe of women who survive their children’s death . Although I thankfully have no idea what losing a child actually feels like, as a mother myself, I feel like on a deep, soul level I can empathize with these women because even imagining the loss is almost too painful a thought. Losing a child unexpectedly is hard enough, but not knowing the reason why has to be even more harrowing....

An 8-year-old child has died from his injuries after a statue fell on him at a resort in Arizona . Just before Thanksgiving, a statue fell from its pedestal at the Arizona Biltmore Resort, a historic luxury resort in Phoenix. When the statue fell, it crushed the young boy, who was then rushed to the hospital in “extremely critical condition,” Fox 10 reported. The child died on Thanksgiving Day. On November 27, 2024, Phoenix Fire Captain Todd Keller, praised the firefighters who helped get the child to the hospital “really quickly,” per Fox 10 ....

Dropping your child off at day care is the strangest feeling, especially when they are tiny toddlers. I had to go back to work 11 weeks into my postpartum journey (thanks, America!) and I remember leaving him there felt like the scariest thing I had ever done. Despite thoroughly vetting the place and despite knowing historically nothing bad had happened at the facility, even as it became routine, there was a part of me that always panicked leaving him....

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Are we taking things to the next level when we start talking about hanging swings inside the house ? Perhaps. But how cool would that be?! After finding myself a bit intrigued by the idea, I thought it might be fun to track down some swinging inspiration — like the indoor tire swing pictured above. Why not bring a bit of the playground inside ? See more below: This setup looks pretty basic but still manages to be pretty....

A family and community are in mourning after a mother was shot and killed. Kianna Jackson was with her two children at a Mississippi McDonald’s when she died. A man she was allegedly in a relationship with was the one who shot her. After shooting her, he turned the gun on himself. Because of this, authorities are calling the killing a murder-suicide . However, the man didn’t immediately die; he died from his injuries several days later....

Sadly, an Indiana mom faced one of every mother’s worst fears when she was killed in front of all four of her children, allegedly by her husband. According to People , Cecil Mains, 47, was charged with murder in the death of his wife, Jeri Mains, 44. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police were called to their home on Meadow Bend Lane on December 28, 2025, around 2:30 p.m., according to a probable cause affidavit reviewed by the outlet....

For many parents, finding a reasonable balance of tech use for their tweens and teens is a constant challenge. They want to be mindful of what children actually need, like when it’s for schoolwork. But then, there are so often stories of what happens when things go wrong . Extremes always exist, however, to how parents handle tech and their teens. Dad Mark Alexander Rogers is one example of this, and he is facing possible child endangerment charges for putting his teen on a “tech detox” in a remote Brazilian forest....