Parents

14 Things Your Parents Did That Would Shock People Today

14 Things Your Parents Did That Would Shock People Today

A jaw-dropping look at the wild, risky, and often unthinkable parenting norms of just a few decades ago — when seatbelts were optional, spankings were standard, and kids roamed free like tiny, unsupervised adults.

10 Times Your Parents Said “Because I Said So” and That Was That

10 Times Your Parents Said “Because I Said So” and That Was That

Some phrases stick with you forever, and “Because I said so” is definitely one of them. It was the ultimate conversation-ender, no matter how strong your argument was.

20 Things We Can Learn About Love From Our Parents’ Generation

20 Things We Can Learn About Love From Our Parents’ Generation

Human life has always included love; every generation picks its lessons in different ways. Many of us can benefit from the viewpoint on love that our parents' generation—formed by many obstacles and social expectations—offers. This essay offers twenty insightful lessons on everlasting elements of love, commitment, and connection derived from their attitude to relationships.

20 Part-Time Careers for Parents Rejoining the Workforce

20 Part-Time Careers for Parents Rejoining the Workforce

There's always room for parents in this workforce.

20 Skills Your Child Needs Before Kindergarten

20 Skills Your Child Needs Before Kindergarten

Sometimes, parents focus on their child's academic readiness as the start of kindergarten approaches, but many other essential skills set the groundwork for success. From emotional regulation to basic social skills, here is a list of 20 essential abilities children need before they start kindergarten.

20 Sitcom Characters We Wished Were Our Parents

20 Sitcom Characters We Wished Were Our Parents

After seeing so many sitcoms in our lifetime, only a few parent characters have won our hearts.