Svetlana Repnitskaya/Moment/Getty Images There was a time when spending time with my son didn’t require forethought. Once an overexcited duckling, eager to follow me around for spontaneous adventures, fort-building, and outdoor play, he’s now 10 and entering the world of tweendom. As he grows, meaningful bonding requires a new level of strategy. These days, whenever I suggest an activity, he greets it with skepticism, disinterest, or an elaborate counteroffer that usually revolves around spending $100 on outings or watching an endless loop of YouTube creators completing challenges in mansions. He’s still my same kid, but his interests have shifted in...
This Mom’s Argument For Being One & Done Is *Very* Convincing
TikTok From the time my husband and I knew we wanted to get married, we always agreed that we wanted three children. We talked about when we wanted kids, what their names would be — everything was planned out. And then, as soon as I had my second, we knew we were done. I can’t exactly explain the feeling except to say that it somehow felt like everyone was there. But not all families are as sure, at any point in the process, when they’re going to be done. TikTok creator Gabrielle Swanson (@talkwithgab), however, knows her answer and will...
11 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch With Your Kids In March 2025
Netflix March is here, which means spring is on its way and the weather is finally getting milder. After busy school days and weekend outings, what should you come home and watch, all piled on the couch together? Netflix has a great lineup of new family-friendly titles streaming this month, including some reboots of millennials’ most beloved characters and new seasons of your kid’s favorite shows. The month of March is actually National Reading Month, so Netflix is adding a fun "Based On Books For Kids" section where you can watch screen adaptations of your kids’ favorite novels and picture...
How To Eat On A Budget In Disney World As A Family
Disney World/Getty Images Going to Disney World as a family can be incredibly overwhelming. Lightning Lanes, hotel reservations, character meet-and-greets — there’s so much to think about. And then when you add in food options, it can really become a lot. Whether you do the dining plan or not, at some point you’ll have to think about how much money you’re going to spend on food in Disney World… and that can be scary. But my family of five has learned how to eat on a budget in Disney World, and I promise you, it can be done. And no,...