Family & Parenting

Infertility is far more common than many people realize—and far more complex than most conversations acknowledge. About one in eight couples  will experience difficulty getting pregnant, which means someone you know is likely navigating this quietly, even if they haven’t shared it publicly. For those on a fertility journey, well-meaning comments often hurt more than they help. Friends, family members, coworkers—even strangers—sometimes offer advice that unintentionally minimi

Family Living Magazine  is a thoughtfully curated bi-monthly email magazine delivered straight to your inbox twice a month, designed to support real families living real life. Each issue brings together practical guidance and inspiring reads across parenting, health and wellness, food and meal planning, home life, relationships, and multigenerational family dynamics—from raising kids and caring for aging loved ones to nurturing yourself along the way. You’ll find expert-backe

Every February, store shelves fill with heart-shaped boxes, stuffed bears, and enough chocolate to last a year. And yet, when 1,000 moms were asked what they actually  want for Valentine’s Day, the answers were refreshingly clear—and surprisingly practical. Chocolate is fine. Flowers are nice. But what moms really crave goes far beyond anything wrapped in red foil. Here are the top ten Valentine’s Day ideas moms say matter most , ranked by what makes them feel loved, seen, an

Choosing a baby name has always been personal, but it’s never been done in a vacuum. Names reflect culture, values, hopes, and the moment families are living in—and according to Nameberry’s newly released baby naming trends for 2026, today’s parents are drawing inspiration from everywhere: nature, nostalgia, global culture, self-expression, and even the cosmos. From made-up modern names to old-fashioned revivals, these trends offer a window into how parents are thinking about

Pregnancy is one of the most common human experiences—and one of the most misunderstood. Despite millions of people giving birth every year, pregnancy has long existed behind a veil of privacy, quiet tradition, and, at times, shame. For generations, many people navigated it silently, sharing details only within families or not at all. That secrecy created fertile ground for myths, folklore, and “old wives’ tales” to flourish. Today, pregnancy is more visible than ever. Social

Parents everywhere are searching for the same thing: how to raise confident, emotionally healthy children  in a complicated world. While there’s no single book that has all the answers, learning from trusted experts in parenting, psychology, and child development can make the journey feel less overwhelming—and more grounded. The parenting books below (listed in thoughtful order, not ranking) are widely recommended for helping parents build connection, confidence, resilience,

Every afternoon, millions of children return home from school, but for many, the day is far from over. Instead, they face a relentless schedule packed with homework, extracurricular activities, and family expectations. This growing pressure has created what some experts call the "after-school crisis," where kids feel overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted. Surprisingly, many parents remain unaware of the full extent of this struggle. Understanding why this happens and how to ad

In a world packed with endless to-do lists and constant distractions, spending quality time with loved ones can start to feel like just another task on the agenda. When moments meant for connection become stressful or forced, the joy of being together fades. But what if connecting didn’t have to feel like work? What if it could be simple, natural, and even effortless? This post explores how to build meaningful connections without the pressure of “quality time” becoming a chor