Modern Dads: Father’s Day 2026
Modern Dads: Father’s Day 2026 While the shape of fatherhood has transformed over the years, some core truths remain unchanged. Over the decades, parenting styles have shifted from one extreme to another. Yet, despite the changing roles a father may hold, what persists is his deep need to connect, feel needed, feel appreciated, and be […]
2026 Spring and Summer Gear Guide
It’s the end of spring and the beginning of summer, and we have some great gear options for you in our 2026 spring and summer gear guide! In this guide, you will find items for babies and toddlers, as well as specific items to help parents get some rest. We could all probably benefit from […]
Stay-at-Home Parent Returning to School or Work?
For first-time stay-at-home parents considering returning to school, the question often isn’t motivation; it’s whether there’s enough time, energy, and money to make it work. Balancing family and education can feel like trying to add one more essential task to days that are already full, especially when childcare, schedules, and household needs don’t pause for […]
A Practical Guide to Managing Newborn Expenses and Benefits
For new and expecting parents, first-time moms and dads, plus grandparents stepping in, newborn expenses can land fast and unevenly. Between recovery needs, infant health worries, and the daily reality of diapers, feeding, and sleep, the financial challenges of parenting can feel like one more weight during an already tender season. The hardest part is […]
Beyond the Gift Box: The 2026 Data-Backed Guide to Giving Mom What She Actually Wants
Happy Mother’s Day! Did you know that mom doesn’t always want a physical item for Mother’s Day? In fact, according to a survey* conducted by Priya Rajendran, a former PayPal engineer and the CEO/co-founder of It’s a Family Thing (IAFT), an AI-powered family app that distributes household tasks so mom isn’t stuck managing the app AND […]
What Most Parents Overlook in Baby Budget Planning
You can figure out how much you’ll spend on a crib and stroller in one night, but the costs that really tip you over usually appear later. Think paperwork fees, weird medical bills, and the small weekly stuff that somehow becomes a second rent payment. Discover all the budget items you’re missing in baby planning. […]