Since I was a little kid I wanted to be a mom. I love having a big family, our house is full of laughter and my kids love each other.
I'm not saving for my son's college tuition; I've already sacrificed my career for him. I'm focusing on my future now and saving for my dream home.
I fell in love with "Gilmore Girls" in high school. But now that I have daughters, I'm realizing the show wasn't as perfect as I thought it was.
No one in my family asked me if I wanted to be in charge of the family business, it was expected of me. I made sure my son wouldn't have the same fate.
Kayla Sweeney is a hairdresser and works nights and weekends. She says the babysitters hourly rate is the same as what she makes at work.
A wedding photographer decided to stay home when her first was born. She struggled to rebuild her business and then had a second child.
Carson Daly also encourages his kids to not shy away from discussing their mental health with him.
Mark Weinstein has three kids under the age of 9. He doesn't post photos of his kids, and the younger two get no screen time at all.
Ali Wong gets help from her mom to bring the kids on tour. "It's mostly because of her and the father of my children that I've been able to do everything I do," she told InStyle.
Roblox is the target of a short-seller that accuses it of being unsafe for kids. It disagrees. I downloaded the app — and I won't let my son use it.
We married when I had just turned 18 and were divorced two years later. His new wife helped raise our son, and she became a friend of mine.
I'm a mom of two and I love my minivan even though my friends say it's dorky. The gas mileage is great and it fits everything my kids need.
Baby boomers filled their homes with possessions. Their children are struggling to figure out what to keep — and where to put it all.
My husband and I left our kids with my mother-in-law for a trip. We reflected on our past and realized how excited we are about our future.
I take about four trips with my friends every year. It's the same amount I also take with my family. I want my daughters to know about female friends.
When my toddler throws a temper tantrum, I struggle to stay calm. I sometimes have to step away from her so that I can be the parent she needs.
A growing obsession with canines is shaping our built environments, from bars to apartments to your favorite coffee shop.
Holly Martins, mom of two, says she overcame her poverty mindset and became successful after her divorce. Now, she talks to her sons about money.
I'm a first-time mom and recently learned I was cancer-free. I worry about recurrence, but I also want to enjoy life with my child.
My husband is the primary breadwinner in my marriage, and I stay home with the kids. Still, our relationship isn't "traditional."
Raising children while working was the most "daunting task" she's ever had to do, the mom to NFL stars, Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce said.
The new parents couldn't afford to pay $2,400 a month for day care. The 64-year-old grandma now lives with them full time.
Sally Prag, who spent her childhood moving between countries for her father's job, shared advice for expat parents about raising kids abroad.
Scott Kollins is a child psychologist. To help his son with his tech addiction, he asked his teachers to give him tehcnology-free assignments.
We live modestly but I take my kids on luxurious, high-end trips. It's all they know, so I worry they're in for a rude awakening when they're older.
Hillary Wichlin's mom moved in with her to take care of the 31-year-old after she gave birth. Her mom prepares nourishing food and holds the baby.
Parents are leaning on a paid village to take care of their children. It can cost anywhere between $500 to $2,600 depending on where you are in the US.
My son almost failed the last 2 school years. This year, I'm letting him manage his own schooling. He has to want to succeed for himself, not for me.
My daughter and I were set to see Chappell Roan's concert at All Things Go. But her cancellation allowed me to teach my daughter an unexpected lesson.
When my kids were little, there was a week my office was closed by their day care was open. I sent them despite being home, so I could recharge.
I texted my daughter who has lived in Asheville, North Carolina, for the past three years. The texts went green and she didn't reply for days.
The family of four took a 20% paycut to be closer to family. They say it's worth it because the grandparents can see and help with the kids often.
Ike Robin knew he wanted to be a nanny since he was 14. He trained at the prestigious school for nannies, Norland College.
Celia Robbins was surprised to see how independent kids were in Berlin. She feels like much less of a helicopter parent raising her four kids in Germany.
I only teach my children things when they're interested in that task. They're behind in some ways, but I don't push them when they aren't ready.
I always said I wanted two kids max so I could still focus on my career. Now I'm a mom of three and can't imagine going back to the hustle.
Travel blogger Monet Hambrick takes her daughters Jordyn, 10, and Kennedy, 8, on separate "Mommy and Me" trips to build their one-on-one connections.
When my son married his new wife, I realized I was no longer the queen of his world. With the passing of the crown, I'm now confused about my role.
Monet Hambrick wants her daughters Jordyn, 10, and Kennedy, 8, to not have the fears that have prevented her from having amazing travel experiences.
IVF has been emotionally and physically challenging — for both my husband and me. Thankfully, he has been there every step of the way, cheering me on.
A nanny whose world revolves around kids says she'd love to care for her six grandchildren but no longer talks to or sees her daughters.
George Appling is a multimillionaire who doesn't plan to leave his kids a cash inheritance. He says he's establishing a trust for business loans.
"I realized that it was time for me to turn the page at 60, and to try something new," the longtime news anchor said.
I'm a mom and a dietitian. I feed my toddler processed foods as part of a balanced diet, and to foster a healthy relationship with food.
I've never liked mornings, but as a teacher and mom of four, I've made my peace with them. I created a morning routine that works for us.
It's common to ask teens what they plan to do after high school and what college they want to attend. But my kids say the question stresses them out.
Now that they're grown up, the children of helicopter parents are using location-sharing apps to keep tabs on their parents. It's the new family norm.