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The 8 Best Playhouses for Toddlers of 2021

Best Overall: Little Tikes Deluxe Home and Garden Playhouse at Walmart "With this playhouse, your tot gets a kitchen, mailbox, workbench, and a combination sand and water table. " Best Budget: Little Tikes Cape Cottage Playhouse at Amazon "Designed with two windows with frames that open out, a swinging door, and even a little mail slot. " Best Wooden: Backyard Discovery Scenic Heights All Cedar Playhouse at Amazon "This is the kind of playhouse that will remain a fixture in a backyard for y
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Your Dad Will Totally Love These Father's Day Zoom Backgrounds

Thanks to video chat, celebrating Father’s Day with the dad in your life from afar isn’t so bad because you at least still get to see his smiling face. If you want to add some extra festive vibes to the call, you can download one or two Zoom backgrounds for Father’s Day to make him feel totally seen and loved. Whether it’s a shot of a beloved sports stadium, a still from one of his favorite shows, or a sweet message, a good background always makes a video chat a little more fun. If you’re no st
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22 Things Desperate Parents Let Their Kids Destroy For Some Dang Peace

As much as you love your little one, sometimes they can really get in the way of your need for space, quiet, or just doing every day things. Every now and then, you can get so desperate that there are things you let your kids destroy for some peace... even just a few minutes of silence. Every parent has been there at some point. Maybe you're on a work call, or you have an important guest over, or there's a mess that has to be cleaned up, or a chore that must be done. In those moments, you see y
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The 15 Best Pool Toys of 2021

"This bounces across the water for some seriously fun games of catch in the pool." "Great for diving fun, these colorful balls sink quickly and are easy to grab onto." "Flat-out adorable, this has sparkly sequins and inflates with a unicorn inside." "Designed to float in both saltwater or chlorinated water, it won’t sink even if it’s punctured." "It turns, spins, or boomerangs back based on how its adjustable wings are configured." "Modeled after Malibu Barbie’s jet, this one-person raft is
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These 33 Activities For Kids Under 6 Will Make Them Laugh & Learn

Whether your kids are home with you every day, some days, or when preschool is closed for a break, keeping little ones entertained for multiple hours isn't always easy. Aside from watching Frozen on a loop, there are a lot of great activities for kids under the age of 6 that will keep them occupied and give you a minute to have some coffee. It's no secret that kids have very short attention spans (again, unless Queen Elsa is on the TV), so having a toolbox full of age-appropriate activities wil
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These Baby Names Are Perfect Alternatives To James

There are three types of parents out there, if you ask me: the ones who like trendy baby names, the ones who like unique baby names, and the ones who like traditional baby names. There’s an argument for each name category, but there are so many great baby names if you like Henry, Jack, James, or another classic name. These are the names that will stand the test of time and never go out of style. James is an especially stand-out name, because it has basically become a permanent fixture in the li
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These Are The 10 Signs Of Anxiety To Watch For In Kids

Over the last decade or so, talking openly about mental health and treatment has become more normalized. Because of this, parents today are on the lookout for signs of anxiety in kids so they can quickly help their children get the treatment they need. In order to be successful in this, though, parents need to know what to look for in their child. How anxiety presents in adults is significantly different than how it looks in young children, which is also different from the signs of anxiety in t
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Is Whole Foods Open On Memorial Day? Their Opening & Closing Times Depend On The Location

If Whole Foods is your go-to grocery store, you’re probably very familiar with its normal business schedule, but what about the store’s holiday hours? Is Whole Foods open on Memorial Day? Whether you need some last-minute ingredients for a gathering or you just need to pick up some groceries for the family, this could be very important information to know. A spokesperson from Whole Foods tells Romper in an email, “Whole Foods Market stores will be open on Memorial Day,” however, they also note
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Here's Exactly When Kroger Will Be Open This Memorial Day In Your City

You’re getting the house cleaned and prepping all of the food for your Memorial Day gathering when you realize you’re missing one (or two... or three) key ingredients. You have just enough time to drive to Kroger and still get back in time before guests arrive, but is Kroger open on Memorial Day? Thankfully, they have your back this year. Kroger stores will be open during their usual hours on Memorial Day, a spokesperson tells Romper in an email. Of course, not every store operates on the same
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Publix's Memorial Day Hours Are Super Convenient This Year

Since Memorial Day is the unofficial start to summer, it’s no wonder so many people love to celebrate the day with an outdoor gathering. If you’re hosting this year you’ll need to stock up on some summertime food, which begs the question, is Publix open on Memorial Day? Even with all of the planning in the world, chances are high you’ll need to pick up something last-minute and you don’t want to waste time driving to the store only to find it closed. Luckily, that won’t be the case if you head
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The 8 Best Water Shoes for Toddlers of 2021

Best Overall: UBFEN Water Shoes for Kids at Amazon "These have a soft upper material with hard rubber soles to protect the feet as well as a quick-drying elastic for a secure fit." "The velcro strap across the top of the slip-on shoe helps to keep the shoe in place while the slip-on design promotes independence" "Constructed to fit more like socks, these have a a thin, lightweight, quick-drying fabric covering the foot." "The footbed is designed to provide comfortable support and the straps
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These 30 Father's Day Gifts From Sons Won't End Up In The Attic

If your dad is anything like mine, he will never give you a wish list for holidays, so you’re always left scrambling trying to figure out what to get him. Thankfully, whether you’re a kid or an adult, there are a lot of great Father’s Day gifts from sons that will not only make dad smile but will also give the two a chance to bond over a shared interest. From craft beer tastings to coloring books, sons of all ages can use Father’s Day as a way to get closer to dad. For parents of older children
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These Facts About June Babies Are Fascinating

There are all kinds of quirks people have that can be traced back to their birth month, and it can be a lot of fun to dig into the research, especially for your own child. Every month has its own perks associated with it, but the facts about June babies add up to some very good news for their parents. As it turns out, they’re some of the healthiest babies out there. Having a June baby comes with a few obvious benefits, like you won’t have to be pregnant in the dead of summer, you’ll most likely
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These Are The Signs Of Depression To Watch For In Kids

We’ve all been kids ourselves, so we understand all too well the normal highs and lows that come with growing up. Now, as parents, we are tasked with figuring out if/when those normal lows cross over into signs of depression in kids. Negative feelings are often very difficult for kids to talk about and they may even be unwilling to discuss them at all, which makes deciphering whether or not they’re experiencing depression all the more challenging for parents. “It is important to remember that m
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25 Cute Maternity Cocktail Dresses For All Your Special Occasions

When you’re expecting, there are some events that are too important to skip. Oftentimes, this includes more formal events, which means you will need a few maternity cocktail dresses in your wardrobe. Thankfully, there are plenty of stylish options out there that will have you and your bump looking party-ready in no time. There are quite a few reasons you may need a cocktail dress during pregnancy, like weddings, business gatherings, holiday parties, or even a babymoon date night. Rest assured,
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Breastfeeding Anxiety Is Real. Here’s How To Deal

You don’t even have to be a parent to know that there is an awful lot of pressure put on expecting and new mothers to breastfeed their babies. This messaging is, of course, rooted in science and good intentions, but it can inadvertently contribute to new moms developing breastfeeding anxiety when things don’t go as smoothly as they’d like. Moms who struggle with breastfeeding can even become so anxious over it that they question whether or not they are good parents. “Some parents will obsessive
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30 Best Gemini Names For Babies Born In May & June

There are all kinds of places you can find baby name inspiration, like your ancestry, a favorite character, or simply all of nature outside your window. For little ones born in May and June, there are some fantastic Gemini-inspired baby names for parents to consider. Even if you aren’t a big fan of astrology, if you’re at a loss for names then you can’t help but appreciate the little extra inspo, no matter where it came from. Babies born between May 21 and June 20 fall under the Gemini, or twin
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20 Beautiful Baby Names With The Same Vibe As Mila

Deciding on your baby’s name isn’t always easy, and it’s especially tough if you want a name that’s trendy, but not too popular. You’re likely grappling with this balance in baby names if you like Mila, Evelyn, or Harper, which are all adorable, non-traditional, and among the most popular baby names. Thankfully, there is no shortage of equally amazing alternative names for you to choose from. In 2020, some of the top 10 most popular baby girl names in the US included Olivia, Emma, Ava, Amelia,
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