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Dolly Parton: “It wasn’t meant for me to have kids”

Dolly Parton: “It wasn’t meant for me to have kids”

Singer Dolly Parton says growing up in a big family gave her the maternal instincts needed to be generous with kids, but she's never wanted her own.

Ryan Porter

I was being treated for postpartum depression, but it wasn‘t getting any better

I was being treated for postpartum depression, but it wasn‘t getting any better

I’d fall into thick, foggy episodes of depression and then get massive bursts of energy. I knew there was something wrong; I just didn’t know what it was.

Stephanie Marie

How to make a Rice Krispies ukulele

How to make a Rice Krispies ukulele

Rock your next bake sale by taking the original Rice Krispies recipe to the next level and creating this awesome ukulele with your kid.

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How to make Sheriff Badge Sugar Cookies

How to make Sheriff Badge Sugar Cookies

Every cowboy needs his sheriff badge. Make a batch of sugar cookies and turn them into sheriff badge treats for your kid's

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What Is Pelvic Floor Therapy and What To Expect at Your First Appointment

What Is Pelvic Floor Therapy and What To Expect at Your First Appointment

Peeing when you laugh, sneeze or go for a run? It's normal after a pregnancy—and usually treatable with pelvic floor therapy. Here's how it works.

Amy Lazar Kleiman

Tips from an Olympian on how to keep girls in sports

Tips from an Olympian on how to keep girls in sports

Three-time Olympian Isabelle Charest knows first-hand how sports can help build resilience and self-confidence. Here’s how to encourage your daughter.

Isabelle Charest

94 best toys of 2017

94 best toys of 2017

From babies to big kids, our kid-testers (and their parents) agree that these are the top toys of the year. So start shopping!

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40 top toys of 2017

40 top toys of 2017

Every year there are some toys that just amaze our kid testers (and their parents)—we call these WOW toys. Behold 2017's highest-scoring winning toys

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Best toys for big kids 2017

Best toys for big kids 2017

Lego, minions, temporary tattoos and more. Big kids can be tough to buy for, but we have 18 gifts they will be so excited to get.

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Best toys for little kids 2017

Best toys for little kids 2017

A Hatchimal, Transformers and more! There are lots of amazing toys (all tested and approved by real kids) on this year's list of best toys for little kids.

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6 Ways To Help Your Child Get A Good Night's sleep

6 Ways To Help Your Child Get A Good Night's sleep

Is your kid having trouble hitting the hay? Here are some ways to help improve their sleep.

Marissa Stapley Ponikowski

Best toys for preschoolers 2017

Best toys for preschoolers 2017

Your preschooler is going to be very happy this holiday season. From a PAW Patrol lookout tower to a Luvabella doll, these are the best toys to get.

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Best baby and toddler toys for 2017

Best baby and toddler toys for 2017

From Sago Mini bath squirters to an amazing food truck complete with a honking horn, our tiniest testers gave the thumbs up to these toys.

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Life after war: Rayan’s story of building a new life after fleeing Syria

Life after war: Rayan’s story of building a new life after fleeing Syria

Rayan feared for her life in Syria, but she had to leave behind everyone and everything she loved to start again in Canada.

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What you need to know about pelvic organ prolapse

What you need to know about pelvic organ prolapse

From leaking pee to internal organs bulging out—a prolapsed uterus and other types of pelvic organ prolapse sounds terrifying, but rehabilitation can help.

Jacqueline Hennessy

18 Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

18 Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

These homemade gifts don’t suck. Gather your crew and get to work making these functional, on-trend and really awesome DIY presents.

Corinne Guirgis

Play-Doh kitchen creations magical oven unboxing and review

Play-Doh kitchen creations magical oven unboxing and review

Whip up make-believe muffins and stick them in the oven to "bake." Watch as Grace unboxes the Play-Doh kitchen creations magical oven—a top toy of 2017.

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Minion Mip Turbo Dave unboxing and review

Minion Mip Turbo Dave unboxing and review

Turbo Dave is ready to do all your despicable deeds! Watch as Julian and Evan unbox and review this top toy of 2017.

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Luvabella unboxing and review

Luvabella unboxing and review

Meet Luvabella! She can learn over 100 words, giver her Lamby toy a kiss and even play peekaboo. Watch Grace unbox and review this hot toy of 2017.

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PAW Patrol My Size Lookout Tower unboxing and review

PAW Patrol My Size Lookout Tower unboxing and review

Are you ready to check out Adventure Bay with Chase and Marshall? Watch as Avril unboxes and reviews the new PAW Patrol My Size Lookout Tower.

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