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10 Times A Baby Name Choice Led To Some Awkward Family Drama

"Grandparents sometimes find it difficult when they realize they have less influence over their adult children’s decisions," Sherri Suzanne, a baby name consultant, told HuffPost.

Parents-to-be face all kinds of pressure when selecting a name for their baby. A name should be cute enough for an infant yet also sufficiently dignified for an adult professional, familiar enough to be pronounceable in the language of the child’s birth country and any other languages spoken in the family, and unique enough that […]

Pickleball Is So Big Right Now. Here’s What You Need To Play.

Pickleball Is So Big Right Now. Here's What You Need To Play.

The U.S. Open tennis tournament may not be happening for another few months but many casual and frequent tennis players alike are turning in their rackets for paddles in order to play a sport of smaller proportions: pickleball. According to the USA Pickleball Association (USAP), this low-stakes game is one of the fastest-growing sports in […]

A New Study Says There Are 4 Different Sleep Types. What’s Yours?

Researchers found that insomnia sleepers were more likely to have conditions such as heart disease and depression.

You’re probably well aware of your personality type, like whether you’re an introvert or extrovert. You might even know your love language. But have you ever considered your sleep type? Researchers from Pennsylvania State University recently released a study that helps people determine their sleep type and what it means for their overall health. The […]

Feds Denied Iraqi Mom’s Return To The U.S., Despite Death Threats

Feds Denied Iraqi Mom's Return To The U.S., Despite Death Threats

Lamia remembers when her family members started getting threatening text messages from members of the Shiite militia in their region of Iraq. Her father, who worked as a translator for the U.S. military, got them first — before he was killed, in 2006. Lamia, who is being identified by a pseudonym because she’s concerned for […]

7 Boundaries Adult Children Should Consider Setting With Their Parents

Setting some healthy limits can be a game-changer for your mental health and your relationship with your parents.

Setting boundaries with your parents as an adult isn’t always easy. But it may be necessary for your own well-being and the health of the relationship. Know that boundaries are for you. They’re a way to respect yourself and honor your needs. They’re not about controlling other people — in this case, your parents. As […]

4 People Get Super Candid About How Their Sex Lives Changed After Having A Baby

4 People Get Super Candid About How Their Sex Lives Changed After Having A Baby

Intercourse is (often) the act that brings a child into a relationship ― but once the baby arrives, couples’ sexual intimacy generally takes a backseat to the all-encompassing task of keeping a tiny human alive. If one partner has given birth, they will need time for physical healing, and if they’re breastfeeding, couples may need […]