If you listen closely in mid-August, when the 2022-2023 school year starts in California, you might just hear it: the sound of teenagers across the state hitting snooze in unison. That’s because on ...

My husband and I were at a party in his co-worker’s backyard when I glanced at my watch for the first time that night and shuddered in surprise. It was 11 p.m. Three hours had passed in a flash, and ...

Keeping a marriage fresh takes work. After being together for years, you might assume you know everything about your partner. But you’d be surprised when you can learn when you just throw out your ...

It’s thankfully much easier than it used to be to find gender neutral clothes and nursery decor beyond just standard yellow, and gender reveal parties seem to be losing popularity (and not just ...

Every generation has their popular names, and based on all the lists of the most popular baby names from the past year, your kids will know a lot of Olivias, Emmas, and Sophias. But don't worry, there ...

It’s a common experience for new parents: You’ve just given birth, and gone through hours (maybe days) of contractions. But finally, your baby is born. And then a day or so later, you’re breastfeeding ...

While promoting my first book at readings and book club gatherings and libraries around the country, I spent most of my time talking about abortion. I made jokes about my cervix; I cried (and laughed) ...

Remember your six-week postpartum checkup? Your OB likely handed you a clipboard and asked you to fill out a screening for postpartum depression (PPD). It can feel like a milestone: You made it ...

Fans could be forgiven if they struggle to think of “Weird Al” Yankovic as a husband or a dad. After 40 years of spoofing pop culture songs and eventually becoming a cultural icon himself, he just ...

Discussing mental health topics with your kids can feel so intimidating. Honestly, plenty of adults are challenged by the topic, so explaining something like depression in kid-friendly terms can be ...

When it’s time to name your late summer baby, consider using astrology for inspiration. The Leo girl names include many references to lionesses, leadership, and general awesomeness. Really, these ...

Jim Gaffigan’s stand-up routine tends to lean pretty heavily on his life with his family. Well, hot pockets are a big hit with his fans, too. But the comedian’s stories about his wife and kids are ...