When you’re a mother, it can be terrifying to have to leave your children with… well, anyone. You don’t know what they’re doing at all times, and can’t have your eyes on the most precious thing in the world, and all of a sudden, you’re freaking out and imagining all the worst things in the world, all happening at once.

Okay, so prepare to have your heart melted in two by the sheer “OH MY GOD” cuteness of this picture. Kritstian and Kristiana Rushford are Australian fraternal twins, born twelve weeks too early. Their mother made sure to take a picture of them, because while snuggled up with Dad, the twins immediately started holding hands, and OH MY GOD THAT’S

Growing up, there was always a solid divide between “boy” and “girl”, in everything from sports, to toys, to even what subjects were taught in schools. But for children today, that divide is becoming more and more non-existent. And thank goodness for that. This father learnt, after having his first girl, that his expectations for a pink clad princess weren’t

Of all the things a parent has to learn to deal with, one of the big ones is and always has been, potty training. It can be… difficult. And messy. VERY messy. But some mothers are trying to eliminate that sort of time, as fast as possible. Take Amber Hatch, a mother of two who already has begun the process

Inside the delivery room can be one of the most beautiful places in the world. For many families, it’s when they become whole. And while most of the attention is (rightfully) placed on the mother and child, it can be just as awe inspiring to see other reactions. Dutch photographer Marry Fermont has begun a series of “Visitor” pictures, showing

Each and every passing day, the world becomes more complicated around us. Even the things we grew up learning and adjusting to are now becoming outdated. Seriously, remember when iPods were the newest thing around? It’s important to promote critical thinking in our children, so they’ll have the skill and wit to outthink any problem that comes their way. Caroline

As a parent, it’s always fun to see your child happy and excited. And nothing makes them more excited than getting a little gift. But some of those little gifts that people give out just… makes your day the worst. Megan Zander from sheknows has put together some of the things NONE of us want to see our kids get

If you’re looking for a name for a baby, and want something that means strength, then you have options. While some may have not aged as well as others (I’m looking at you “Angus”), others are still fantastic sounding. babycenter has put together a count down of the best names that mean strength, and it’s well worth a look. Check it

Pope Francis has been, pretty consistently, pretty amazing. His speeches and generous spirit has inspired the world, and now he’s looking to work that same magic with children across the globe. Pope Francis will soon see his first children’s book – The Pope Answers Letters from Children Around the World – featuring letters and art by over thirty children. The book will

According to gallup polls, seven in ten teenagers share politics with their parents. And it’s not neccisarily because parents are teaching both sides of the debate and helping them understand the world – for the most part, it’s just the family repeating what the family already thinks. It’s important to let our children learn about the world, not just what