It's no secret that having kids costs money, but sometimes the little rascals manage to clean us out faster than a mugger at ...

Our intrepid reporter survived a trip to Florida with 5 kids, including a baby and a toddler. Here are her road-tested hacks ...

We tested the best water shoes, from sandals to active hikers, classic clogs to hybrids. Check out our favorites based on ...

No matter the format or the distance of the walk, a good pair of walking shoes can make the difference between a pleasant stroll and one that ends in an achy lower back, sweaty feet, and blisters ...

Independent bookstores are the heartbeats of their communities. They provide culture and community, generate local jobs and sales tax revenue, promote literacy and education, champion and center ...

This week we have Madison Duckworth of Saltwater Bookshop in Kingston, Washington! What’s your store’s story? We are a women-owned indie that opened in 2023 on Independent Bookstore Day!

Each week we profile an independent bookstore, sharing what makes each one special and getting their expert and unique book recommendations. This week we have Madison Duckworth of Saltwater Bookshop ...

An Apple tablet is a princely gift to give a child, but picking the best iPad for kids can be tricky because every kid is different. I know because my team and I review tablets for a living ...

In the absence of giving a child a phone to stay in contact, a smartwatch geared toward younger wearers often appeals to both kids and their parents as a solid compromise. I recently tested 10 top ...

She has bylines in The Atlantic, The Week, MSNBC, and PureWow, and she has written 33 nonfiction children's books for Scholastic, Klutz, and Nat Geo Kids. Once upon a time, she played Mrs.

"Making sure I am present for my kids -- dropping Blue off at school, taking Rumi and Sir to their activities, making time for date nights with my husband, and being home in time to have dinner ...