Tinybeans

You’ve probably heard that “back is best” and bumpers are better left out of cribs. But according to a new study by the American Academy of Pediatrics, many parents don’t follow safe sleep recommendations — especially in the middle of the night. Even when advised of the risks and knowing they were being videotaped, parents put their children to sleep in a non-recommended way. We all want what’s best for our babies, but we’re also all exhausted.

If a road trip with your rugrat has you stressed—don’t fear! A smart stash of supplies will keep your little one comfortable and content on your travels. This road-trip-with-baby checklist includes everything from snacks for all parties involved and ways to keep kiddo comfortable in their car seat to extra supplies like books and new toys to actually make the trip enjoyable. 1.

Okay, so maybe there aren’t any snake pits or rolling boulders, but Geocaching—a GPS stash hunting activity—isn’t your average game of hide and seek, either. Set your crew up for “missions,” including on-site word games and coordinates needing to be decrypted, all in hopes of finding tiny treasures at the end. From bat caves to fun historical and scientific facts, don your leather hat à la Indiana Jones and discover the most engaging, all-natural geocache spots below.

I was sitting in my doctor’s office a few weeks ago. My husband and I were there for our annual physicals. After the nurse checked my vitals, she took a look at me and asked, “Are you working out later?” I could see clearly why she assumed that. I was wearing my typical “mom” uniform–you know the one. I had on my black leggings, oversized and loose workout top, and tennis shoes. By the looks of it, I was ready to hit the gym! The only problem?

How often do we start our sentences with “Sorry, I …” Or maybe you aren’t starting your sentences with “Sorry…,” but you are feeling bad or guilty about saying no or disagreeing with something. Apologizing for our opinions and priorities is unnecessary and opens us up to guilt and judgment. 11 Things You Can Stop Apologizing For: 1. Not wanting to do something. Sometimes we are asked to do something that we don’t want to do. For whatever reason. That’s okay.

They say that curiosity may have killed the cat, but as it turns out, it’s a great thing in kids. And since research suggests that curiosity is an accelerant, if not a root cause of learning, then it’s no surprise that educators are taking a closer look at the relationship between natural curiosity in kids and skills that predict success in life. Here are five reasons why supporting your curious kid is more important than ever.

Prime Day 2026 has officially arrived, and while thousands of products are technically on sale, not all deals are created equal. We combed through the discounts to find the items we’d actually recommend to a friend, from household upgrades that genuinely make life easier to editor-favorite finds we buy on repeat. Consider this your shortcut through the clutter. We only recommend what we’ve independently researched, selected, and genuinely love.

There was a time not that long ago when the cultural image of a dad felt pretty set. He grilled. He maybe knew approximately what grade you were in. He dispensed occasional life advice that somehow arrived in the form of a weather metaphor. The Father’s Day card aisle still knows this man well: part lawn chair enthusiast, part handyman, emotionally available mostly through practical favors and a firm handshake. And listen, that dad still exists. In many cases, he was (and is) great.

Summer in Los Angeles has a way of turning ordinary weekends into core-memory material. It’s the kind filled with music drifting through warm evening air, water splashes echoing across a playground, sticky snack fingers, and the freedom to just run, play, and be little. This season, Kidspace Children’s Museum is giving families exactly those kinds of moments with two signature experiences designed to bring everyone together: Kidspace Campout and the Kidspace Sunset Music Series.

If you’re looking for some quirky, educational, and rejuvenating adventures close to Portland this summer, our family of five with kids ages 5, 7, and 9 tested out two home bases that check all these boxes. Pack your hiking clothes, swimsuits, and curiosity for an Oregon road trip loaded with family-friendly escapades.