From the joyous chaos of playtime to the heartwarming moments of familial love, the "Family & Kids" section invites you to explore the many facets of family life. It's a space dedicated to sharing stories, advice, and insights about familial bonds that make life meaningful and fulfilling.
Here you can find a variety of topics, each shedding light on the complex and beautiful dynamics of family life. You'll read stories that highlight parenting trials and triumphs, offering perspectives from different walks of life and diverse family structures. Here, we celebrate the unconventional and embrace the unique, recognizing that every family has its own story to tell.
In the "Family & Kids" section, we believe in the importance of lifelong learning. You'll find thought-provoking articles that challenge common misconceptions and encourage open discussion about topics that matter. From understanding the benefits of sleeping in separate beds to navigating the complexities of sibling relationships, we aim to provide you with a fresh look at family dynamics.
Safety and well-being are paramount to us. We share tips and insights from experts that can help ensure your loved ones' safety. Whether it's a swimming instructor warning about the dangers of a seemingly harmless habit or a story highlighting the importance of DNA testing, our articles are designed to inform and educate.
As we explore the world of parenting, we also delve into the joys and challenges of raising children. From celebrity parenting styles to the awe-inspiring resilience of parents searching for their lost child, our articles encapsulate the breadth of experiences that shape the journey of parenthood.
In the spirit of inclusivity, we also shine a light on controversial topics that spark important conversations about parenting decisions. We believe in creating a platform for open dialogue, where everyone can share their views and learn from others.
Overall, the "Family & Kids" section is a celebration of family life in all its forms. It's a space where you can immerse yourself in stories that inspire, educate, and provoke thought. No matter what your family looks like, we hope that our content will resonate with you, offering a deeper understanding of the dynamics that make family life both challenging and rewarding.
Join us as we explore the intricate tapestry of family life, diving into stories that capture the essence of love, resilience, and the undeniable bond that ties us together.
When faced with a loved one's difficult journey, it's natural to want to show solidarity and support in various ways. However, when these requests challenge our personal boundaries and self-identity, the situation becomes more complex. In this story, a wife is struggling to decide whether she should shave her head in support of her mother-in-law battling cancer, while grappling with her own emotions and comfort levels.
One decision in our lives can shape our entire future. After Erin's mother passed away, her beloved stepfather, feeling unable to raise her alone, made the difficult choice to give her up to her paternal grandmother. However, Erin found herself unhappy in this new arrangement and resented him for his decision throughout her life. Now, years later, the stepfather is back and in need of her support. Erin is feeling lost and confused, and she reached out to us seeking advice.
Navigating the complexities of parenthood often means confronting unexpected challenges. As a parent, witnessing your 19-year-old daughter embark on a relationship with a considerably older partner can trigger a wave of concern and uncertainty. In today's story, one mother is seeking advice as she is facing this exact situation.
Parenting requires dedication to our children and making sacrifices for their well-being. However, as kids grow up, there will be times when their choices may not align with our preferences as parents. This can sometimes lead us to feel unappreciated for everything we've done for them. Recently, a dad experienced a feeling of disrespect from his only daughter, who opted not to grant him the privilege of walking her down the aisle. Feeling both shocked and disheartened, he felt compelled to respond.
A mother's deepest sorrow is feeling like she's no longer fully embraced in her child's life. Greta is completely devastated after her son and daughter-in-law asked her to move out, saying there's no more room for her. Adding to her pain is the fact that it's Greta's own house they're living in. She sent us her story and asked for advice.
Balancing household responsibilities can be a delicate matter for couples, especially when one partner spends more time at home. Joyce and her husband recently clashed over his decision to stop cooking, a task he had previously managed. As tensions mounted, hurtful words were exchanged, leaving Joyce feeling unsettled. The young mother wrote us, seeking guidance on how to navigate this challenging situation.
In just a few moments, a cheerful gathering can turn into an awkward situation. Paulina, a young mother, found herself infuriated by her mother-in-law's choice of gift at her son's birthday celebration. Her anger got the best of her, prompting a swift reaction. Paulina reached out to share her unfortunate experience and seek guidance from us.
When it comes to parenting styles, there are numerous methodologies, each with its own advocates and proponents. Some parents believe in being strict, while others are more relaxed and focus on being gentle and understanding. Our reader Emma belongs to the second category. She wrote to Bright Side not only to share her unique parenting style but also to seek advice from other parents, as she has often encountered criticism regarding her methods of upbringing.
It is a great advantage to have our relatives look after our children while we are busy with our jobs, especially when they do not charge us anything. However, is it fair to expect this help from our parents after all the conflicts we had with them?
Experiencing humiliation and disrespect at your own baby shower, particularly from your mother-in-law, is undoubtedly challenging. Sadly, Julie, an expectant young mother, found herself grappling with this uncomfortable scenario among her closest ones. The gift she received from her mother-in-law stirred such distress that she felt compelled to request her departure from the celebration. Now, Julie seeks counsel on navigating the aftermath of this ordeal.
Despite our best intentions to look out for our loved ones, sometimes our actions can lead to misunderstandings. This happened to one of our readers who believed her father was cheating after she overheard his conversation on the phone.
John Travolta is remembering his late son Jett on his birthday. The proud dad shared a heartfelt message on his Instagram, just before what would have been Jett’s 32nd birthday. With his words, the actor posted an old picture where he also honored his late wife Kelly Preston. The photo showed Travolta and Preston standing together, with Jett nestled between them. Jett, who looked younger in the photo, beamed a big smile as he hugged his mom.
All people want that love of a lifetime, but practice shows that this kind of scenario is a rare exception to a harsh reality. In 2017 in Europe, there were about 2 divorces per 1,000 people. The good thing is that foreseeing a divorce is possible, and it’s backed up by scientific research.
Feeling humiliated and disrespected at your own baby shower, especially by your mother-in-law, can be really tough. Unfortunately, Gwen, a young mom-to-be, had to deal with this uncomfortable situation in front of her loved ones. The gift from her mother-in-law upset her so much that she asked her to leave the party. Now, Gwen’s asking for advice on what to do next.
Every kid wants to feel proud of their parents. It doesn’t matter whether the latter are rescuing the whole of humankind or whether they simply aren’t afraid to try something new. The main thing is that they show the right example to their kids. The fathers from our article paint pictures, build houses, and do their work honestly. And their kids couldn’t hold back from bragging about their wonderful dads.
One of the most sought-after pieces of news about a celebrity couple is whether they are going to have children. The press is always focused on getting this information, and when they do, they keep track of the mother’s growing belly, the birth, and even the baby’s development. But for all the attention they may give to a little one, the interest often lasts only a couple of years and the public usually loses track of the kid as they grow.
Reality holds some mysteries that our minds can’t fully grasp, so it’s puzzling how kids sometimes remember things from their supposed “past lives.” While we can’t be sure if their stories are real, they left us with many questions.
Parenting is a 24/7 job, but if you need a little break from changing diapers or cleaning up messes, funny parenting tweets are probably what you need right now. From funny reasons behind toddler tantrums to amusing stories about kids’ logic, they’ll ring a bell for many sleep-deprived parents of little kids. Even if you don’t have kids or if your children are adults now, we bet you’ll have a good laugh at the daily struggles of these Twitter moms and dads.
A woman, 36, has recently sent us a letter, in which she told us her mind-boggling family story. The woman was sorting her mom’s things after her funeral and found a diary that she had no idea ever existed. Her mother made many entries in this diary, but there was something that became an eye-opening discovery for the woman, who didn’t even suspect that such dramatic events had been happening in her own family, with her own parents.
Sometimes, we become curious and want to listen in on other people’s conversations or discover someone’s secrets without being noticed. Thanks to the internet, some people openly share their family’s deepest secrets, and it’s clear that they feel much better after sharing these hidden truths with the world.
Living under the same roof with your in-laws is rarely a walk in the park. One woman turned to Reddit to share an unusual habit of her mother-in-law that was causing her concern. She was upset because whenever she went to the bathroom, her mother-in-law would walk in. This sparked a discussion about the importance of setting limits and having personal space when living together.
Once you secretly tell your friend that you are not very happy about the arrival of your mother-in-law, your kids’ ears will instantly hear it and convey this information to their beloved granny. At the same time, advice and instructions that you have repeated to your kid many times don’t stay in their memory for long.
Often, we idealize our family relationships to the point of overlooking situations that hurt us, keeping us unconditionally attached to them. However, we are beginning to understand that the mere existence of a family bond should not force us to remain in environments where we do not experience love or even where we are hurt.
A girl, 17, wrote to our editorial, telling her absolutely heart-wrenching story. Her stepfather has been an embodiment of evil and turned her life into a Cinderella-like existence. He ruined a prom dress of her dream, which cost $1,000 and for which the girl had been saving for a long time. However, her story took an optimistic turn, and she wrote to us again, with some good news, too.
Scientists assume that most modern grandparents don’t upgrade or renew their knowledge on how to take care of children. They only rely on their personal experience and give advice that may be obsolete in today’s world. And some of this advice could even be unsafe or dangerous.
Some time ago, we published an article about the creepiest things children have ever said that we found on Reddit. We were really surprised to see that our readers shared their own impressive stories in the comments. And they were also really creepy.
“I myself, as a parent, did it without even realizing that it was a thing,” Nikki Scarnati, a certified infant swimming instructor has revealed the biggest mistake parents make when they wrap their kids in a towel. Let’s take a look at the life-saving tip from a specialist that may help you keep your kids safe while they’re enjoying a swim.
Responsible parents will do anything to raise a happy and successful child, but sometimes they fail. Parenting mistakes can cause children to start analyzing the events that happen around them and create a worldview that has an impact on their future life.
Every mom and dad know how different it is to have their first child vs the children after that. This is because their experience, knowledge, and skills grow as well as their leniency and sense of humor.
Is there anything better than waking up early in the morning because your 3-year-old is poking you in the eye and trying to turn you into a pirate? And then, just as you’re about to start getting annoyed, your child tells you that they love you even more than their precious toy car and then, you’re ready to go through the poking all over again. Children — they’re the reason you notice more and more gray hairs on your head and why you’ve had more sleepless nights than you could ever count. But they’re also the reason you strive to become a better and healthier person every single day.
Every family has its own principles when it comes to raising kids. It’s not for nothing when people say, “My house means my rules.” Of course, there are things that each parent demands from their kids like for them to not put their fingers in electrical sockets, regularly brush their teeth, and let their siblings play with their toys. All of these are basic rules that are connected with the health, safety, and socialization of children. However, some parents decided to not stop at this and added to their rules until it became absurd.
Each good parent does their best to make sure that their kid grows up happy and successful. As it turns out, friendship plays a key role not only in the overall well-being of a person but it brings satisfaction in people’s lives and even helps them live longer.
It’s almost a universal truth known to parents that they’re going to go through some awkward episodes involving their kids, like sending them to school without lunch, forgetting to pick them up from kindergarten, and not remembering which grade they are in. To err is human, and our Bright Side readers can see themselves in some of these stories, so they decided to share theirs with us. Here are some of our favorites.
A kid may be a tornado of joy and excitement, but it can also make you doubt yourself and your choices. Nobody teaches us about being parents, but we can learn to be one in a way that fits our needs and the expectations of our children. Adopting some practical solutions, on the other hand, might help you cope with the situation and gain greater confidence in your connection with your child.
Temper tantrums are very common among kids between the ages of 1 and 3. They usually happen as a way for a child to show their emotions, and they can manifest through screaming, hitting, and even holding one’s breath. That’s because children at this age don’t have the ability to express their frustration with words, and it’s in their parents’ hands to address the issue and make the kid feel safe and calm.
A woman, 22, has recently taken to Reddit to tell her story, which may be considered scandalous and even appalling. The OP is pregnant, and her MIL has arranged a real hunt for her baby. And it’s not that she loves kids so much, but her real motives are far more down-to-earth. She wants her DIL to obey and to fulfill her one condition.
