Janelle Spencer / TikTok After receiving backlash about her family dynamics on TikTok, Janelle Spencer clapped back and explained how she manages her relationship with her mom and mother-in-law. She does not favor one over the other; she matches their energies. After Spencer posted a satirical video about in-laws showing up to their house way too early for the holidays (aka crossing boundaries!), she was met with backlash. One user commented, “I bet your mum can show up at any time though.” Spencer replied with a video, admitting that, yeah, her mom can show up anytime she wants, but guess...
Dad Says Kids Learn How To Be Human At Home AKA "The Lab"
Dave Barnes / TikTok My daughter was at an all-day playdate yesterday. When my friend dropped her off, she raved about my kid’s behavior. She was polite! She was sweet and helpful! She cleaned up! She was a true delight! And this was music to my ears. I was so proud of her for being such a wonderful kid at someone else’s house under someone else’s supervision. That’s all I can ask for. Cut to that evening… She was combative. She was ruthless with her mouth. (“You’re the worst mommy!”) She was just overflowing with so much emotion. My husband...
Are You A “Type C” Personality? How To Tell, According To Therapists
Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images Most people know what a type A personality is, AKA someone who’s incredibly ambitious and driven to succeed (The Rock comes to mind). Perhaps just as well-known is the type B personality, which refers to someone who’s a bit more laid-back, patient, and creative. But what about a type C personality? Is that a thing? And, if so, what are they like? Well, here’s a quick snapshot for you: If you have someone in your life who tends to be introverted, is an overthinker, and has trouble revealing their emotions, they’re probably a type C. Sean O’Neill,...
How Much Does It Cost To Be A Soccer Mom?
Lorado/E+/Getty Images I love being a soccer mom. I’m lucky that all three of my daughters are into the sport — one I never played as a kid — and that the league we belong to is just five minutes away. My husband coaches our girls’ teams, we’ve built a community within our league, and there are few things better than sprawling out a blanket on a sunny April morning to watch my girls do work on the field. But being a soccer mom is not exactly cheap. And depending on where you live, what level of soccer your kids...